With our convenient school bus transport service from Putney, Tower House School is a leading independent preparatory school for boys serving families across Putney, East Sheen and Richmond upon Thames. Welcoming pupils aged 4 to 13, we provide an inspiring and nurturing learning environment during the most important years of a child's development.

Located in East Sheen, Richmond upon Thames, not far from Putney, Tower House School is renowned for its strong school values and sense of community, outstanding pastoral care and excellent academic outcomes. We are a small independent boys’ school with a big family feel, where every boy is known as an individual, with personalised support, continuous assessment and encouragement designed to help him thrive both academically and personally.

Our main entry point is into the Reception class, with occasional places being offered as they arise further up the school. For more information about our admissions process, please contact our Head of Admissions on 0208 876 3323 or email admissions@thsboys.org.uk.

Academic Success at Tower House School

As a leading independent preparatory school for boys, we believe that access to specialist teaching from an early age helps children develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning. From Reception, our pupils benefit from the expertise of specialist teachers, who bring passion and subject knowledge to every lesson, including French, music and sport.

While this level of specialist teaching is uncommon for younger pupils, it reflects our commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience from the very start. As a non-selective independent school in Reception, we focus on building strong foundations in knowledge, skills and character. Our key academic and co-curricular initiatives support boys throughout the school and we are proud to develop happy and well-rounded individuals with excellent academic outcomes.

Discovering Extracurricular Interests

Beyond the classroom, we are passionate about helping pupils discover their interests and develop their talents, to ensure that they grow into well rounded and happy individuals.

Our boys are involved in everything and enjoy an exceptionally wide range of opportunities through our extracurricular programme from award winning drama, wholly inclusive sports teams, and a huge number of different musical ensembles.

Co-Educational Opportunities

As an all-boys preparatory school, Tower House provides an environment where boys can develop confidence, independence and academic excellence while pursuing their individual interests.

At the same time, we recognise the importance of preparing pupils for life beyond school. Through our partnership with The Old Vicarage School, boys and girls from all year groups come together each term for a variety of extracurricular activities, social events and collaborative experiences. We also align term dates and key events across both schools to provide greater convenience and support for families across Putney, Richmond and South-West London.

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