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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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...
Tri for You – Free support for families Tri for You offers free, face-to-face support for children and young people aged 4–17, helping families to build healthy habits together. The programme includes: Fun activity sessions Healthy living advice Support with nutrition, sleep, oral health and wellbeing There are even rewards for regular attendance, including free 3-month Gym & Swim memberships at local centres. Interested in finding out more? 01634 333741 change4life@medway.gov.uk Facebook: Tri for You Medway
Year 12 Take on Cambridge! Earlier this week, our brilliant Year 12 RE students headed to Cambridge for an inspiring day of lectures on Philosophy & Ethics From exploring arguments for the existence of God to diving into Aristotle's Virtue Theory and tackling big ideas like scepticism our students fully immersed themselves in every session! What impressed us most? Despite the early start , students were engaged, curious, and confident, contributing thoughtfully to discussions throughout the day The experience also gave students a real insight into what studying at university is like, with lecturers sharing different course options and what makes Cambridge so unique For many, this trip has sparked (or strengthened!) ambitions for higher education and we couldn't be prouder of the maturity, curiosity, and enthusiasm shown by every single student
WOW... nearly 1500 department certificates heading home just in time for the Easter break! A HUGE well done to every single student who has earned one – what an incredible achievement! We are so incredibly proud of you all – your hard work, effort and commitment are really shining through! Keep pushing, keep striving, keep being brilliant... this is just the beginning!
HUGE WELL DONE A massive shoutout to these absolutely fantastic Year 7 students who have been nominated for an Easter prize by their form tutors and pastoral team! Your hard work , brilliant attitudes and commitment to doing the right thing every single day have not gone unnoticed... and this is exactly why you've been recognised! We are so proud of you all – keep smashing it, keep being kind , and keep striving for excellence This is what The Howard School is all about!
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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