Welcome to The Howard School
Thank you for your interest in The Howard School at what I think is a very exciting time to be part of the school’s community. As part of The Howard Academy Trust, we are committed to a shared moral purpose; to make a positive difference to the lives of the young people in our community.
High Standards lead to High Achievement
The Howard School is a highly inclusive school community where every individual matters. High levels of discipline ensure everyone is expected to work hard and make a positive contribution to the learning environment. The school has been recognised as a Rights Respecting School at Gold Level by UNICEF, the only secondary school in Kent or Medway to receive such an award.
A "Good" School
"Pupils enjoy school and feel valued. The school is inclusive with a real sense of community. Relationships between pupils, and between pupils and staff, are a real strength."
- Ofsted, November 2021
Our Curriculum
We endeavour to enhance the life chances of our young people by maximising their educational achievement. Our local and national reputation is one that continues to grow. The curriculum that we offer ensures all our students receive a solid academic education alongside a wide range of opportunities for personal development.
Ethos & Values
At The Howard School we aspire for all our students to gain the academic results and personal skills to make a positive contribution to society, both now and in the future.
House Points
Latest News
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Record Breaking GCSE Results!
This year, our incredible Year 11s have achieved the best GCSE results The Howard School has ever seen! Their resilience...
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A-LEVEL SUCCESS AT THE HOWARD SCHOOL
The Howard School is proud to announce the excellent academic and applied general results achieved by its Year 13 studen...
25/02/13 00:00:0013 Feb 2025
Science Fayre
A huge shoutout to our incredible students for their outstanding work at today’s Science Fayre! The creativity...
25/01/24 00:00:0024 Jan 2025
Mr Cooper Runs 43 Miles!
This morning, Mr. Cooper was greeted at the main gate by staff and students after starting his incredible 43-mile run at...
Join us for our Sixth Form Open Evening! 6th November 2025 Here's what you can look forward to: Hear from Mr Johal, and members of our Student Leadership Team, about why our Sixth Form stands out! Two sessions available: 5pm & 6pm Meet Our Students: Get the inside scoop from current Sixth Formers on life at The Howard School. Explore Our Subjects: From sciences to the arts, we offer a wide range of over 25 A-levels & vocational courses! Tour Our Facilities: Check out our modern labs, IT suites, and dedicated Sixth Form spaces! Don't miss your chance to be part of something great – book your spot now and see what makes our Sixth Form a fantastic place to study, grow, and thrive! bit.ly/thehowardsixthform2025
What a fantastic week at The Howard School! On Thursday evening and Saturday morning, we welcomed over 450 families to our Open Events. With 270+ amazing students helping out, the days were full of energy, excitement, and curiosity! Our school may have a rich history, but our resources are top-notch – from cutting-edge tech to inspiring learning spaces, we have everything your child needs to thrive. It's no wonder first-choice applications have jumped by 47% over the last 4 years! Plus, we're proud to be the 3rd highest performing non-selective school for boys' progress in Kent & Medway out of 72 schools . Huge thanks to our students, staff, and families for making it so special!
What an amazing day of drumming! Today we had a visit from Rich, who ran some incredible African drumming workshops for our students! Each class got stuck in for a fun 45–60 minute session the hall was buzzing with rhythm, laughter and teamwork! Rich brought along up to 50 djembes, so everyone could join in together even the teachers had a go! Huge thanks to Rich for an unforgettable experience we're already looking forward to next time!
Maths Challenge – Week 2! It's a brand-new week and a brand-new challenge! Think you can crack this week's tricky question? Submit your answer to Ms Burrows in L2.10 All correct entries win a Golden Ticket! Don't miss your chance get your thinking caps on!
Where you can find us
Sixth Form Open Evening 2025
Thursday 6th November 2025
Are you considering joining The Howard Sixth Form in September 2026? Join us at our Open Evening for a chance to take a look around our school from 5pm to 7.30pm.
What to Expect:
A presentation from Mr Johal, Principal, key sixth form staff and current sixth form students. You will have an opportunity to tour the school, visiting subject areas of interest for further informal discussions with specialist staff in departments. You will receive a hard copy of the prospectus on the evening and this will be available on our website www.thehowardschool.co.uk in due course.