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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Standing room only at our Sixth Form Open Evening!A huge thank you to everyone who came along tonight to explore our...
EXTRA SPACES JUST RELEASED! Following a record-breaking response to our Year 5 PE and Sports Taster Events, we are delighted to announce that we have released an additional batch of spaces! This is a fantastic opportunity for Year 5 pupils to visit The Howard School, experience our excellent sports facilities, meet our staff and students, and take part in an action-packed afternoon of fun sporting activities! Available Dates: Friday 5th June - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5a0tP0kZ3pc74eVgC8ryoD8KVnJC7jMyOSH9uVLHkwmPG2g/viewform Friday 12th June - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5a0tP0kZ3pc74eVgC8ryoD8KVnJC7jMyOSH9uVLHkwmPG2g/viewform Friday 19th June - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuCLcgP4bFwCa4wA7EOrfqTRqXUu3MuZ8ceJGbwNFXuwNagg/viewform Spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. When they're gone, they're gone! Whether your child loves football , rugby , basketball , tennis or simply enjoys being active, these sessions are a brilliant way to get a taste of life at The Howard School. Meet our amazing staff and students Explore our fantastic facilities Get involved in exciting sports activities Experience the warm and welcoming Howard community Full details, including timings and booking information, can be found on the sign-up sheet/link. Don't miss out book your place today! We can't wait to welcome our future Howard students for an unforgettable afternoon of sport, teamwork and fun!
SWEET TREATS FOR A SWEET CAUSE! Our incredible Year 12 students are hosting a Bake Sale to raise money for their Year 13 Prom! Tuesday 3rd June Gallery Theatre 8:30am – 2:00pm Come along throughout the day and treat yourself to a delicious selection of homemade goodies! Expect to find: Cupcakes Cookies Brownies Cakes And plenty more sweet treats! Every purchase will help our Sixth Form students raise money towards what promises to be an unforgettable Prom night! So, whether you're craving a mid-morning snack or a lunchtime treat, be sure to stop by and show your support! Good luck to our brilliant Year 12 students we know this is going to be a fantastic success!
We absolutely love celebrating the amazing achievements of our students beyond the classroom! A huge congratulations to G.M., F.P. and Z.S., who have enjoyed an outstanding season with Chatham Town. Their success is a fantastic example of the talent, commitment and determination shown by so many of our students. Whether on the sports field, on the stage, in competitions or through community work, these achievements help strengthen our sense of belonging and make us incredibly proud to be part of The Howard School community. We know that our students accomplish incredible things both in and out of school, and we would love to hear about them! If your child has achieved something special outside of school, please share the details with our school office. We are always delighted to celebrate these successes on our social media channels and in our newsletters. At The Howard School, we believe that every success story matters. By recognising and celebrating these achievements, we inspire others, build confidence and reinforce the strong sense of belonging that makes our school such a special place.
Our Year 9 Mathematicians Take on "Stats Gone Wild" at University of Kent! Some of our Year 9 students recently enjoyed an exciting visit to the University of Kent to take part in the brilliant Stats Gone Wild workshop! The session brought statistics to life in a fun and interactive way, showing our students how maths is used to make sense of the world around us. From analysing data to solving real-world problems, the boys were fully engaged from start to finish and embraced every challenge with enthusiasm. We were incredibly proud of how they represented The Howard School throughout the day. Their behaviour, participation and curiosity were exceptional, and it was wonderful to receive such positive feedback from university staff, who praised the boys for being so respectful, enthusiastic and engaged. Experiences like this are a fantastic opportunity for our students to see where subjects such as maths can take them in the future and to inspire them to aim high in their own educational journeys. A huge well done to all of the students involved you were an absolute credit to the school!
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:
https://forms.gle/adgLWSYL6qxphPpz8
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