Welcome to Hydesville Tower School
Academic Excellence at Every Stage — From Nursery to GCSE Success
At Hydesville Tower School, academic achievement is at the heart of everything we do. From our exceptional Early Years provision through to outstanding GCSE results, we support and challenge every pupil to reach their full potential.
Proven 11+ Success, Year After Year
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Our pupils consistently secure places at the top grammar schools across the West Midlands.
In the 2024/2025 academic year, 90% of our Year 6 pupils achieved a qualifying score for grammar school admission.
Leading GCSE Results in the Borough
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Hydesville pupils consistently achieve some of the best GCSE results in Walsall. Our senior school builds solid academic foundations through expert teaching and a personalised approach to learning—empowering every pupil to succeed. Year after year, our GCSE results speak for themselves, with over a third of pupils securing top grades (9–7), far exceeding national averages.
Inspection Report 2023
In their September 2023 ISI inspection Hydesville Tower School met and surpassed standards in all five areas of assessment:
Leadership, management and governance
Quality of education, training and recreation
Pupils' physical and mental health and emotional wellbeing
Pupils' social and economic education and contribution to society
Safeguarding
Meet our Headteacher
Welcome to Hydesville Tower School; it is my privilege to be the Headteacher of such an exciting place of learning. As parents and carers, we all want the very best for our children. It is crucial that they are encouraged to fulfil their academic potential; but of equal importance is their preparation for the everchanging world beyond education, a world presenting both challenges and opportunities.
Here at Hydesville Tower School, we are a happy community in which everyone can do and be their best. We pride ourselves on providing a breath-taking array of opportunities, not only within our traditional academic curriculum but also throughout our extensive extra-curricular and enrichment programmes.
Raj Samra BSc (Hons)
Headteacher
The Times Parent Power League Tables 2025
Hydesville Tower School was ranked in top 25 on The Times Parent Power League Tables for 2025. We are incredibly proud of this achievement and to have had the exceptional work of our pupils and staff recognised in such a prestigious publication.
We were placed in the ‘Top fee paying schools with no sixth form’ category. Only the top 1,600 schools across the country feature in the guide, which was compiled based on examination results - a huge accolade for us at Hydesville.
Join us for an Open Event
At our Open Events you will have the opportunity to visit our school and learn more about what a Hydesville Tower education looks like.
Please click below to register to attend our upcoming Open Event. We can’t wait to meet you!
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✨ Well done to all the wonderful children who took part in our Nativity play! ✨
You were absolutely amazing — it was such a joy to watch your hard work, confidence and sparkle on stage.
A huge thank you to all the parents, friends and family members who joined us on the day. Your support means so much, and it was a truly lovely opportunity to see these children shine. 🌟🎄
🎄✨ What a night! ✨🎄
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Christmas Fair on Wednesday! The festive vibes were off the charts! 🎅🎶
From live music and joyful carols to sparkle-filled gift stalls, hot chocolate heaven ☕️🍫, tasty treats, a magical winter disco ❄️🪩 and of course—Santa’s grotto for all our extra-well-behaved pupils —this year’s fair was truly one to remember! 🌟
🎁 Super Draw Raffle winners will be announced on Monday — get ready for even more festive cheer coming your way!
Wishing you all a warm, joyful and very Merry Christmas! ❤️🎄✨
🌟 A Trip Down Memory Lane! 🌟
We were thrilled to welcome back a former Hydesville Tower School pupil Jamie on Monday! 🎓✨ Having been with us from nursery all the way to Year 11, he returned to share his journey and experiences.
Our Year 11s got the inside scoop on:
📚 His favourite subjects
📝 How to apply to Sixth Form
🎉 What happens on results day
🍫✨ Year 5’s choc-tastic adventure! ✨🍫
We dived into the Aztec origins of chocolate, explored its journey through history, and even discovered why cacao beans were once worth a fortune!
Then came the fun bit…
🎬 Epic 4D cinema
✍️ Writing our names in warm, gooey chocolate
😋 Tasting all the deliciousness
A day packed with learning, laughter, and LOTS of chocolate! 🍬🤩
🎄✨ IT`S NEARLY TIME! Our Christmas Fair is TOMORROW! ✨🎄
We’re so excited to welcome you all for a magical, festive day filled with:
🎁 Festive Stalls
💃❄️ Winter Disco (Book in advance on ParentPay – limited spaces available on the day!)
🎅 Santa’s Grotto (Advanced bookings on ParentPay)
🍔🍭 Delicious Food Stalls
🎯 Games & Tombola
🎟️ Raffle Draw packed with AMAZING prizes!
A huge thank you to all our wonderful local crafters and the generous businesses who’ve donated to support the event, including:
👓 Specsavers
🍽️ @fiveriversalacarte
🍬 Harguns Sweet Centre
🍰 @cakeshopwalsall
🎈 @littlehooliganssoftplay
🎨 @elizabethwhitehouseart
It’s going to be festive, fun and full of Christmas cheer — you don’t want to miss it!
✨🎅🎶 See you tomorrow! 🎶✨
✨ Give your child a day to remember! ✨
Let your son or daughter experience life at Hydesville Tower School — the top-performing non-selective independent school in Walsall 🎓💛
🌟 Book a no-obligation Taster Day!
Your child will:
• Meet our inspiring pupils 👋
• Take part in our engaging lessons 📚
• Discover what it really feels like to be a Hydesville pupil ⭐
It’s the perfect chance to see our excellent teaching and inspiring environment in action!
Ready to find out more?
📞 Call 01922 624374
📩 Email admissions@hydesville.com
Ask for Rachel Passi, our friendly Admissions Manager — she’ll be delighted to help! 😊
🎨 Our GCSE Art Pupils have been bursting with creativity!
🌟We are thrilled to share a glimpse into our recent GCSE Sculpture-Making Workshops. Our pupils have poured incredible imagination, skill and passion into their work. Take a look at what they’ve been creating.
👏 Well done to all our talented GCSE artists — your creativity inspires us every day.
👉 Take a look at the photos and be amazed!
#inspire #achieve #empower
🌟 “Settling in made simple!” 🌟
A Hydesville parent recently shared how effortless their son’s mid-year transition was ❤️ The staff welcomed him from day one, helping him feel confident, happy and truly understood — and the positive change has been amazing! ✨
Thinking about a mid-year move? Discover why families love Hydesville 👇
📞 Contact our Admissions Manager, Rachel Passi, on 01922 624 374
📧 Or email admissions@hydesville.com
to find out more!
#inspire #achieve #empower🎓💛
An excellent location to learn
Hydesville Tower School seamlessly blends historic charm with modern amenities. Our converted houses, some dating back to 1901, house classrooms, a dining room, and offices, featuring original Victorian details like stained glass windows and floor tiles. Despite our central location, we've maximised outdoor space with direct access to the nearby Walsall Arboretum.
Ongoing investments ensure top-notch facilities, including a recent transformation of our school hall into a fully functioning theatre. With wireless coverage throughout, technology is seamlessly integrated into every aspect of learning.
Our Nursery provides an exceptional start for children from 2 years old
Specialist teaching in dance and PE (plus extra-curricular clubs in Art, drawing, ICT, Yoga & French)
Millie’s Mark for First Aid Excellence
Early Years Food for Life Award gives every child the best possible start to their food journey,
EYFS funding offered (15 & 30 hours)
We are proud to have the Millie’s Mark accreditation
Millie's Mark is awarded to childcare providers exceeding EYFS guidelines by having every Early Years staff member trained in paediatric first aid.
This ensures maximum child safety. This accolade requires 100% staff training and upholding first aid knowledge, offering parents peace of mind.
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An education as unique as your child
2½ - 4 yrs old
4 - 5 yrs old
5 - 7 yrs old
11 - 16 yrs old
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