The Tower School

33 High Street, Epping, CM16 4BA

Independent special school for ages 11–18 in Epping. Mixed intake.

The Tower School is an independent special school in Essex for boys and girls aged 11 to 18. It has a sixth form, around 60 pupils and selective admissions. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022, with all independent school standards met.

The school describes itself as a specialist provision for neurodivergent young people, saying most pupils have a diagnosis of autism and all hold an Education, Health and Care Plan. It describes a calm, therapeutic environment with academic pathways and life skills development.

Ages 11–18 · Secondary age

59 pupils · On roll

Independent special school · Mixed

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