About the school
Hydesville Tower School is an independent school in Walsall with Prep School for ages 5-11 and Senior School for ages 11-16. Its admissions process includes registration, a taster day and assessment before an offer is made.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Age range | 2-16 |
| Headteacher | Raj Samra BSc (Hons) |
| Sixth form | No |
| Fees | Registration fee of £100 (non-refundable); deposit of £500 to secure the place, refunded when the child leaves the school. |
📅 Open days: The school says it holds regular Open Events throughout the academic year; one listed event is an Open Day on Saturday 3rd October, 10am - 12pm.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Bespoke test |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Paper + computer |
| Subjects tested | Numeracy, Literacy, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Creative Writing |
📄 Free Hydesville Tower School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|---|
| Detail | The school states it is non-selective and welcomes children of mixed abilities and many talents. |
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
The school says it holds regular Open Events throughout the academic year. An upcoming whole-school Open Day is listed as Saturday 3rd October, 10am–12pm. Personalised tours are available at a mutually convenient time.
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