Tower Road Academy
89%
Capacity
561
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Tower Road Academy
Tower Road Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Boston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 561 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Tower Road Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher S Smith, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4505th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 15 in Boston.
Tower Road Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 133 applications for 73 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 73 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tower Road Academy include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Boston, Tower Road Academy is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Ashlawn Drive, Boston, Boston, PE21 9PX |
| Headteacher | S Smith |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 561 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.1% |
| School Capacity | 561 / 630 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4505th of 13,686
Nationally
399th of 1,353
In East Midlands
2nd of 15
In Boston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed73
133
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
73 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tower Road Academy
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Contact Information
Ashlawn Drive, Boston
Boston, PE21 9PX
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