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
26/06/18 14:20:0818 Jun 2026
The Howard School receives the first Exceptional Ofsted Grading for a secondary school in Kent
The Howard School is today celebrating a monumental Ofsted result, having secured the first ‘Exceptional...
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...
HUGE congratulations to I.S. in Year 8 who has achieved an incredible Grade 4 Distinction in Drumming with FULL MARKS! This is a fantastic achievement and a real testament to I.S.'s talent, dedication and hard work To achieve a distinction is brilliant... but to do it with full marks is something really special! We are so proud to celebrate this amazing success and love seeing our students pursuing their passions and excelling outside of the classroom too A massive well done, I.S. what an achievement! We can't wait to see what you do next!
Adios, Madrid! We made every single second of our last day count. We started with a peaceful stroll through the Palacio Real gardens, then stumbled upon the ancient Arabic wallsthe actual birthplace of Madrid! Next up, we hit the iconic Plaza Mayor and found the famous Oso y Madroño statue. Yes, we touched it for good luck, so we are definitely coming back! We wrapped up our epic day eating our way through Mercado de San Miguel for some incredible tapas, and to San Gines chocolateria where we got those famous, heavenly churros with chocolate sauce Madrid, you have our hearts (and our stomachs). Until next time!
THEY DID IT! A huge congratulations to our incredible Teaching Assistant team, the "Haven't Got A Scooby Gang" , who tonight completed the Wisdom Hospice Walk the Night event We are so incredibly proud of this amazing group of staff who, after spending their days supporting our students, gave up their evening to walk for such a wonderful cause Our TAs are the heart of The Howard School They show kindness, compassion and dedication every single day, and tonight they took those same qualities into the wider community to support others who need them most. So far, the team have raised an incredible £752! What an amazing achievement and a testament to the generosity of our school community, friends and families Please join us in congratulating the team on their fantastic effort and thanking them for everything they do for our students and for others There is still time to support them if you would like to donate to this fantastic cause https://fowh.enthuse.com/pf/haven-t-got-a-scooby-gang Well done team we couldn't be prouder!
Madrid School Trip: Day 3! An incredible day soaking up the vibrant culture and energy of Madrid! Here is how we spent our day: El Retiro Park: Started our morning like true Madrileños with a beautiful stroll by the lake, watching the rowboats, and staying cool under the shade with traditional Spanish hand fans. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium: Next, we visited a modern landmarkthe legendary home of Real Madrid. Standing inside that towering, world-famous stadium was an absolute highlight! Metro Adventures: We navigated the bustling underground transit network like locals, mastering the routes and taking in the iconic station sign walls. Bowling Night: Wrapped up a fantastic day with some upbeat, friendly competition and plenty of strikes at the bowling alley. Our feet are tired, but we are absolutely loving the spirit of this city. ¡Vamos!
Where you can find us
Year 6 Induction Day – Thursday 2nd July, 9:15am – 2:15pm & Parents ONLY Induction Evening – Thursday 9th July 2026
Year 6 Transition Day – Thursday 2nd July, 9:15am – 2:15pm
We are really looking forward to welcoming all of our new Year 7 students for their Transition Day on Thursday 2nd July.
Arrival:
Students should arrive at the Main Derwent Way gate by 9:15am, where they will be greeted by staff.
What to bring:
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Primary school uniform
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A full pencil case
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A packed lunch
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A refillable water bottle
Collection:
Parents/carers can collect their child from the Main Derwent Way entrance at 2:15pm.
Important note:
Derwent Way can become very congested at drop-off and collection times. We kindly ask parents/carers to park considerately and not attempt to drive onto the school site.
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Parents ONLY Induction Evening – Thursday 9th July 2026
We are pleased to invite parents/carers only to The Howard School for our Year 6 Induction Evening. This is a valuable opportunity to meet the Pastoral Teams and learn more about the support available as your child transitions into Year 7.
Our SENCO will also be available throughout the evening to answer any specific queries.
To help manage numbers, we have allocated set times based on your child’s surname:
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6:00pm – Surnames A to I
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6:30pm – Surnames J to Z
On arrival at the school, you will be welcomed by student ambassadors who will direct you to parking and guide you to the main hall for the opening presentation.
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing how we will support your child’s journey into secondary school.