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
25/02/13 00:00:0013 Feb 2025
Science Fayre
A huge shoutout to our incredible students for their outstanding work at today’s Science Fayre! The creativity...
25/01/24 00:00:0024 Jan 2025
Mr Cooper Runs 43 Miles!
This morning, Mr. Cooper was greeted at the main gate by staff and students after starting his incredible 43-mile run at...
24/12/19 00:00:0019 Dec 2024
One Big Family
Today, we had a visit from One Big Family, who came to collect the incredible donations from our school community. Your...
24/11/29 00:00:0029 Nov 2024
Movember 2024
As Movember comes to an end, our brilliant team has done an amazing job growing their moustaches to support Pancreatic C...
Photographer of the Month Alert! June's theme: Colours of June We want to see your most colourful snaps! Think bright blues , sunny yellows , grassy greens and bold reds . Whether it's your outfit, your garden, or a sunset – if it's vibrant, we want to see it! Deadline: 23rd June Send your JPEG entries to bassantl@thehowardschool.co.uk The winning photo will be featured on our socials and in the school newsletter – fame awaits! So grab your camera (or phone!) and get snapping!
NEW MENU ALERT! We've got some scrummy new meals lined up for after half term, and they're looking delicious! Get ready for tasty lunches, mouth-watering treats and all your favourites. Can't wait to see what you think – bring your appetite!
Photographer of the Month – May We're buzzing to share that CP in Year 13 has been crowned our Photographer of the Month! Her stunning shot of a rose totally nailed our May theme: blooming flowers Massive congrats, CP – you smashed it!
New Record Alert! For Term 5, we're sending home a whopping 1,760 certificates – the most we've ever given out! This amazing number celebrates all the hard work, progress, and brilliant effort you've shown this term. Whether you've smashed your goals, made big improvements, or stood out in class – this recognition is so well deserved! A massive well done to everyone receiving a certificate – we are so proud of you! Keep pushing yourself, keep showing up, and keep being amazing.