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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💚 Mental Health Awareness Week 💚
From Nursery heart collages filled with things we love ♥️ to mindfulness, kindness and wellbeing activities across the school, our pupils have 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
🚨 We’re Hiring: Facilities Manager
We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to oversee the safe and efficient management of our buildings and facilities.
🔧 Key Responsibilities:
✅ Building & facilities maintenance
✅ Health & safety compliance
✅ Managing contractors & budgets
✅ Risk assessments & inspections
✅ Supporting refurbishments & projects
If you’re organised, hands-on, and ready for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
📩 Apply now: Blenheim Schools Careers – https://blenheimschoolscareers.com/job-detail.php?jobid=310763
#FacilitiesManager #Hiring #FacilitiesManagement #Jobs #CareerOpportunity
👟 On Monday, our Year 6 pupils completed the third leg of the Hydesville Challenge 2026 with an incredible Sponsored Walk in support of The Graiseley Family Hub — a fantastic local charity providing vital care and support to families within our community. 💙
Despite the dreary weather, the determination, teamwork and resilience shown by our pupils was truly inspiring! Navigating each 900m circuit of the Arboretum, every pupil completed at least 26 laps — an amazing 23.4km (14.6 miles) for such a worthy cause. 👏
We certainly have some very sore feet in school today! 😅
If you would like to support our amazing pupils and help this deserving local charity, donations are still open. Every contribution will make a difference, and all funds raised will be presented to The Graiseley Family Hub very soon.
#HydesvilleChallenge2026 #SponsoredWalk #Year6 #CommunitySpirit #Teamwork Fundraising MakingADifference
On Friday 8 May, our Prep School came together to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a special assembly led by Year 1.
Through songs and storytelling, pupils brought history to life with confidence, enthusiasm and maturity, honouring the sacrifices made during the Second World War and celebrating the spirit of VE Day. We are incredibly proud of Year 1 and the wonderful example they set for the whole school community.
We’re Hiring! Join the team at Hydesville Tower School as a Computer Science Teacher 📚
✨ Part-Time | Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
🕒 21 hours per week (3 days)
💷 Up to £24,279 per annum DOE
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher to deliver engaging Computer Science lessons across KS3 & KS4, helping students thrive both academically and personally.
If you’re passionate about education, innovation, and making a difference in a vibrant school community — we’d love to hear from you! 🚀
https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/computer-science-teacher-walsall-2314683
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We are incredibly proud to celebrate the success of three of our talented pupils who have become finalists in Outcomes First Group’s ‘The 100’ writing competition! ✨📚
A huge congratulations to:
🌟 Jasmine in Year 7
🌟 Hawa in Year 8
🌟 Lily in Year 10
Your creativity, imagination and hard work have truly shone through, and we are so proud of your amazing achievement. Well done to all three of you! 👏 #success #congratulations
🎉 Happy 100th Birthday, Sir David Attenborough! 🎉
Today, pupils and staff at Hydesville Tower School are celebrating an extraordinary milestone as we wish Sir David Attenborough a very happy 100th birthday.
For generations, @davidattenborough Sir David has inspired people around the world with his passion for wildlife, nature and our planet. Through his remarkable storytelling and dedication to conservation, he has encouraged us all to look after the natural world and appreciate its beauty.
Thank you, Sir David, for inspiring curiosity, compassion and a love of learning in so many young people.
From everyone at Hydesville Tower School — we hope you have a truly wonderful day! 🌍🦋🌿 #inspiring
🎓 Year 3 & 4 11+ Mock Assessment Event�📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ 11am–1pm
Give your child the chance to experience a real 11+ mock at Hydesville Tower School’s Centre of Excellence ✨
- Complimentary mock assessment�- Expert 11+ guidance for parents�- Meet our teachers & tour the school�- Discover how your child could thrive at Hydesville
📍 Booking essential — secure your place now!
🔍 hydesville.com�📞 01922 624 374�📧 admissions@hydesville.com
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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