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
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Fancy a trip to Japan next summer? We're excited to share an amazing opportunity for students currently in Years 10, 11 or 12 – you could be part of the 2026 Medway–Japan Cultural Exchange! Medway is twinned with Ito and Yokosuka in Japan and this exchange is all about celebrating our shared history (fun fact: Gillingham's own William Adams was the first Englishman to visit Japan back in 1600!). The trip will take place in August 2026, and you'll get to: Experience Japanese culture Stay with host families Represent Medway abroad Learn some basic Japanese Make unforgettable memories! Interested? Check out all the info and how to apply here: https://bit.ly/Medway_Japan Applications are open now – deadline is Tuesday 30th September 2025! You can apply over the summer once exams are done. The trip is subsidised to help keep costs down! We highly recommend anyone interested in travel, culture, and making new friends to apply – it really is a once in a lifetime opportunity!
Big congratulations to 12E for completing their leadership programme! Over the past few weeks, 12E have stepped up, taken on new challenges, and shown exactly what it means to be leaders From teamwork and communication to problem-solving and confidence – you've smashed it! Leadership isn't just about being in charge – it's about supporting others, staying positive, and making a difference. You've shown you can lead with kindness, courage, and enthusiasm – and we couldn't be prouder This is only the beginning – the skills you've built will take you far, in school and beyond. Keep believing in yourselves and keep leading the way Well done, 12E – you've been amazing!
Today, 7H2 enjoyed a lovely outdoor DEAR session with Mrs D'Amiral! They made the most of the sunshine by chilling under a tree with their form book in hand. Such a great way to relax and read!
A big welcome to some of our new Year 7s! It's been great having you in school this week for your reading tests – you've all been focused, polite and an absolute credit to your primary schools We're really looking forward to meeting the rest of you over the next few days, and can't wait to have you all with us properly in September!
Where you can find us
Year 6 Transition Day – Thursday 3rd July, 9:15am – 2:15pm & Parents ONLY Induction Evening – Thursday 10th July 2025
Year 6 Transition Day – Thursday 3rd 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 3rd 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 10th July 2025
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
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing how we will support your child’s journey into secondary school.
On arrival at the school, you will be guided by student ambassadors to the parking area and then directed to the main hall for your welcome speeches.