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
26/04/08 00:00:008 Apr 2026
The Howard School Welcomes Minister Sarah Jones to Discuss Knife Crime Prevention
The Howard School was proud to welcome Minister of State for Crime, Policing and Fire Sarah Jones MP and local...
25/12/19 00:00:0019 Dec 2025
Charity Drive
A MASSIVE festive THANK YOU to our incredible parents and carers! We have been absolutely blown away by the generos...
25/11/14 00:00:0014 Nov 2025
Real World Maths in Action
Today our Year 9 students took part in a special workshop exploring maths in everyday life, with a particular focus on t...
25/11/06 00:00:006 Nov 2025
Sixth Form Open Evening
Standing room only at our Sixth Form Open Evening!A huge thank you to everyone who came along tonight to explore our...
COMMUNITY HEROES IN ACTION! Yesterday, our incredible Eco Ambassadors took to Hoath Woods for a litter pickand what a fantastic effort it was! With brilliant energy and real pride in their community, our students worked together to help keep their local environment clean and safe It's always amazing to see young people stepping up and making a differenceand they absolutely smashed it! And it wasn't just litter they came across... They also had a very close encounter with one of the largest European hornets they've ever seen! Safe to say, that got a few hearts racingbut our students handled it brilliantly and carried on like pros! We are so proud of their teamwork, resilience, and commitment to looking after the world around them
Final morning and what a way to finish! Our boys took on the peaks one last time with an orienteering challenge in teams racing to find checkpoints, rack up points and claim the win! It was a brilliant morning full of teamwork, problem-solving and exploration, all set against the backdrop of those stunning peaks in the sunshine You couldn't ask for a better way to round things off! A huge well done to every single student You have been exceptional from start to finishshowing courage, resilience and outstanding character throughout this entire trip. Now it's time for the journey home ... tired, proud and full of unforgettable memories What an epic adventure it's been!
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Day 3 = NEXT LEVEL! This afternoon our boys pushed themselves to the absolute limit with an incredible 80ft abseil off a bridge into the valley below Talk about courage!! And WOW... they absolutely smashed it! Facing those initial nerves head-on and showing unbelievable braverywhat a group! Even better... once they'd conquered it the first time, you couldn't keep them away! Straight back up for more, again and againpure determination and resilience on show One final adventure awaits tomorrow morning as we explore the stunning peaks that make this place so special before heading home after what has been an unforgettable residential. What. A. Trip.
Where you can find us
Sixth Form September 2026
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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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