The Gower School
URN: 134782 • London N1 9JF
Overview
- Name
- The Gower School
- URN
- 134782
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 49.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Gowers (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02077002445
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 10 Cynthia Street, London N1 9JF
Summary
The Gower School is an independent Montessori nursery and primary school located in Islington, London, catering to children aged 6 months to 11 years. Founded in 2000, the school has consistently received outstanding ratings for its educational quality and personal development, as noted by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. The school aims to foster confident, happy learners who are well-prepared for future challenges through a broad and creative curriculum.
Emphasising the Montessori ethos, The Gower School focuses on nurturing independent and inquisitive thinkers. The curriculum integrates academic learning with social skills, ensuring that children not only achieve their potential but also develop a love for learning. The school environment is described as friendly and nurturing, with a strong emphasis on personal growth and community involvement.
With a current enrolment of 246 pupils and a capacity of 350, The Gower School promotes a supportive community where parents report high satisfaction levels. The school encourages parental engagement through tours and open mornings, allowing families to experience its vibrant learning atmosphere firsthand.
Emphasising the Montessori ethos, The Gower School focuses on nurturing independent and inquisitive thinkers. The curriculum integrates academic learning with social skills, ensuring that children not only achieve their potential but also develop a love for learning. The school environment is described as friendly and nurturing, with a strong emphasis on personal growth and community involvement.
With a current enrolment of 246 pupils and a capacity of 350, The Gower School promotes a supportive community where parents report high satisfaction levels. The school encourages parental engagement through tours and open mornings, allowing families to experience its vibrant learning atmosphere firsthand.
Useful links
- Senior School Preparation Programme (sen)
- Parent Testimonials Our parents love TGS - in fact, 98% of them would recommend us! Hear what our parents from the past and present think about our school. Read More (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Primary Fees (download)
- Key Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Nursery Admissions (other)
- Primary Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Islington
- Age range
- 0 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 350
- Pupils
- 246
- Boys
- 125
- Girls
- 121
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2004-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 246 | 125 | 121 | 350 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 265 | 133 | 132 | 350 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 254 | 132 | 122 | 350 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 254 | 132 | 122 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 284 | 135 | 149 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 281 | 125 | 156 | 300 | 0.00 |
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