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
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...
25/10/17 00:00:0017 Oct 2025
Paris Trip
Day 1Bonjour from Paris! Our group has arrived safely in the City of Light and we couldn’t be more excited! We...
ESCAPE ROOM TAKEOVER! Today our 100% Club from Years 7-10 were treated to an EPIC escape-room style experience right here in school! Teams went head-to-head racing against the clock to: Crack tricky clues Unlock mysterious briefcases Solve mind-bending puzzles And be the FIRST team to open the safe! The competition was fierce, the teamwork was unreal, and the energy was OFF THE SCALE! Every single student threw themselves into the challenge and absolutely smashed it resilience, communication, problem-solving and determination on full display A huge WELL DONE to our incredible 100% Club you earned this and more! Keep showing up. Keep working hard. Keep being amazing.
AUSTRIA ADVENTURE UPDATE! We've just had another EPIC video land from our ski trip in Austria... and WOW The slopes The laughs The chaos (the good kind) The memories From flying down the pistes to behind-the-scenes shenanigans, snowy wipeouts, big smiles and nonstop vibes this trip is delivering on every level! And the best bit... this is just a TASTER We've got EVEN MORE video clips coming through showing all the action, adventures, laughs and legendary moments... so keep your eyes peeled Huge credit to the boys for throwing themselves into everything and representing our school brilliantly More content loading...
Year 8 in Geography stepped into the shoes of disaster relief charities this afternoon... and WOW. What a lesson! After learning about Japan's hazardous landscape and the devastating impacts of the 2011 Tsunami , students were given an almost impossible challenge... They had a £25 MILLION budget They had to decide how to spend it They had to justify every single choice Working in pairs, they debated, discussed and made some seriously tough decisions about: Emergency healthcare Rebuilding homes Clean water supplies Restoring schools Repairing infrastructure The conversations were powerful. The decisions were difficult. The empathy shown for survivors was incredible Students demonstrated: Critical thinking Communication Teamwork Smart budgeting Real compassion Geography isn't just about maps it's about understanding people, challenges and how we respond when disaster strikes So proud of the maturity and thoughtfulness shown today. Absolute stars
A HUGE THANK YOU to all of the amazing employers who joined us yesterday for our Careers Fayre! Your time, energy and enthusiasm helped create such an inspiring day for our students From sharing real-life experiences to giving honest advice and opening eyes to exciting career pathways you truly made a difference! Our students loved: Talking to professionals Asking big questions Exploring different industries Imagining their future selves We are so grateful for your support in helping our young people dream big, aim high and believe in what's possible Thank you for helping shape futures
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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