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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🕰️ Last week, our pupils stepped back into Victorian Britain for a workshop full of the good, the bad and the gory!
From deadly diseases and strange superstitions to strict school rules and harsh punishments, pupils discovered what life was really like in Victorian times. They even played traditional Victorian games and explored how overcrowding and poor hygiene affected people’s lives.
An unforgettable hands-on experience that truly brought history to life. 👏 #Victorian #history
🧸 Teddy Bear’s Picnic at Hydesville Nursery
Saturday 6th June | 10am–12 noon
Our nursery pupils recently had a wonderful Teddy Bear’s Picnic and enjoyed an afternoon full of fun!
Now it’s your turn to join us in just over a week. Bring your favourite teddy bear along for a special picnic with our teachers, explore our vibrant nursery - and discover what makes Hydesville so special.
We can’t wait to welcome you and your teddy bear! 💛
We are delighted to celebrate Jasmine in Year 7, who has been awarded 2nd Place nationally in the @isaartsuk Handwriting Competition 2026! 🖋️✨
Competing in the Year 7–9 category against pupils from independent schools across the UK, Jasmine was also one of the youngest pupils to be awarded — an incredible achievement. She was absolutely ecstatic to discover how well she had done, and so are we!
Congratulations, Jasmine. Your hard work, dedication and talent have truly shone through, and the whole school community is extremely proud of you. 🌟
#ambition #achieve
Big things are happening at Hydesville Tower 🚧✨
Our Food Tech room is getting a full transformation with brand-new equipment, modern workstations and inspiring learning spaces.
👀 Look out for updates 💡
💚 Mental Health Awareness Week 💚
From Nursery heart collages filled with things we love ♥️ to mindfulness, kindness and wellbeing activities across the school, our pupils embraced the importance of supporting one another and talking openly about mental health.
A special well done to Gursimran in Year 8 for leading a fantastic Mindfulness Club! 🌟
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #KindnessMatters #Wellbeing
➡️☀️Our trip to Carding Mill Valley was a huge success!
Year 8 and Year 10 pupils enjoyed an exciting day of hands-on Geography fieldwork in the beautiful Shropshire countryside 🌍🌊 From river investigations to landscape sketching, pupils brought their classroom learning to life — all topped off with glorious sunshine!
A fantastic day of learning, teamwork and adventure ✨
#geography #school
📚 Thinking about your child’s next step into secondary education?
Join us for a Senior School Taster Day at Hydesville Tower School on Wednesday 10th June, 8:45am - 3:45pm and discover what makes our school so special.
Experience our nurturing environment, personalised learning and participate in life at Hydesville Tower Senior School.
Registration is essential.
Find out more:
www.Hydesville.com
01922 624374
admissions@hydesville.com
#HydesvilleTowerSchool #TasterDay
#seniorschool
Ahoy there! 🏴☠️
Our Year One pupils have been busy setting sail on a creative adventure with their fantastic pirate-themed artwork! From colourful creations to brilliant pirate hats, the children showed amazing imagination and enthusiasm throughout the project.
We loved seeing their artwork proudly displayed and watching our little pirates bring their ideas to life. Well done, Year One — your creativity truly shines! ⭐
#YearOne #CreativeLearning #PirateAdventure #SchoolArt #proudmoments
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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