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.
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.
"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
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.
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.
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The Howard School was proud to welcome Minister of State for Crime, Policing and Fire Sarah Jones MP and local...
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A MASSIVE festive THANK YOU to our incredible parents and carers! We have been absolutely blown away by the generos...
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Today our Year 9 students took part in a special workshop exploring maths in everyday life, with a particular focus on t...
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Standing room only at our Sixth Form Open Evening!A huge thank you to everyone who came along tonight to explore our...
What an INCREDIBLE first day for our lucky Year 7 and Year 8 students on their Peak District residential! After kicking things off with some fun ice-breaker games , the evening took things up a level with an epic 3-mile night hike across the peaks . The reward? Absolutely breathtaking views and a stunning sunset that will live long in the memory We couldn't be prouder of how our students have conducted themselvesshowing resilience, teamwork and brilliant character every step of the way Representing both themselves and The Howard School exceptionally, as always! Day 1 = smashed Let's see what Day 2 brings...
HISTORIANS OF THE MONTH – MARCH! We LOVE celebrating success across the school... and this one is a BIG one! A huge well done to our incredible students who have been recognised as Historians of the Month for March Your hard work, curiosity and dedication in History lessons have truly stood out! Year 7 Attainment – J.E. Effort – B.C. Year 9 Attainment – L.J-S. Effort – T.P. Year 11 Attainment – R.B. Effort – D.P. & H.H. From analysing the past to making brilliant connections, these students are showing exactly what it means to be hardworking, engaged and striving for excellence We are incredibly proud of you all – keep pushing, keep questioning and keep achieving!
We LOVE hearing success stories from our students... and this one is a belter! Over the Easter break , a huge shoutout to A.G and D.W who attended the U15 Saracens Residential Camp What an experience! From high-intensity training sessions to technical skill work , both students fully immersed themselves and gave it absolutely everything Determination Teamwork Resilience They showed it all. The feedback? Outstanding. The effort? Top level. The attitude? Exactly what we love to see. Opportunities like this don't come around every day, and both A.G and D.W made the absolute most of it Representing themselves and our school brilliantly every step of the way Keep pushing. Keep striving. Keep being brilliant.
WHAT. A. DAY. On the last day of term, we celebrated our incredible 100% Club... and wow, did our students deliver! Over 300 students earned their place – a phenomenal achievement and something we are so proud of as a school community The day itself was packed with energy, laughter and unforgettable moments: Bungee run battles Axe throwing challenges Assault course races Inflatables everywhere! But what made the day truly special wasn't just the activities... it was our students The team running the inflatables could not have been more complimentary. They told us they travel all over the country working in schools – and they have never met a friendlier, more respectful group of young people. That says everything You represented the school with pride, positivity and brilliant character from start to finish – exactly what the 100% Club is all about A huge well done to every single one of you. You've set the standard. Now let's see even more students rise to it next term
September 2026 applications are now closed:
Please note that the submission date for new applications for The Howard School Sixth Form has now closed. If you wish to be put onto our waiting list, please complete the following form using the link below:
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