Tower Road Academy
Ashlawn Drive, Boston, PE21 9PXOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Tower Road Academy is a primary school in Boston for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 393 schools in Lincolnshire. It ranks 9th of 22 primary schools in Boston. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in March 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 20 March 2014, report published 28 April 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 6 February 2024
Tower Road Academy is a nurturing, friendly and ambitious school. The school strives to 'bring the best out in every child as an individual, both academically and beyond the classroom'. It has high aspirations for pupils, which is reflected in its lived vision of 'learning for life'. Pupils feel safe in school. They know that there are trusted adults they can talk to about any worries. Pupils learn how to stay safe online and know the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. They know the school's values well and model these throughout the day. Pupils are exceptionally polite, holding doors for adults and peers alike. Behaviour across the school is exemplary. High expectations are known and understood by all. Relationships are based on respecting and appreciating differences. One pupil, reflecting the views of many, commented, 'We all respect and take care of each other.' Pupils are curious, engaged and enjoy their learning. Personal development is central to the school's work. Opportunities for pupils' personal development go beyond the school and into the community. Pupils perform at a local care home and support community litter picking. Pupils enjoy the different clubs on offer, such as different sporting opportunities and art. The school develops pupils' talents and interests well.
What the school should improve
- On some occasions, teachers do not consistently check what pupils know and can do. As a result, they do not ensure that all pupils are appropriately challenged to deepen and consolidate their learning. Pupils should be given greater opportunity to make connections in their learning before moving on. Leaders should continue to develop the school's approaches to assessment, enabling teachers to identify what has been learned and clearly identify the next steps in pupils' learning.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
89 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
559 pupils on roll, with places for 630
Schools near Tower Road Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 72% met the expected standard |
| St Nicholas CE Primary Academy | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
| Boston Pioneers Free School Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Park Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Carlton Road Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 53% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- KEYSTONE ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs S Smith
- Phone
- 01205365922
- Address
- Ashlawn Drive, Boston, PE21 9PX
- Local authority
- Lincolnshire
- URN
- 136793
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.