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.
An "Exceptional" Rated School
"Pupils feel happy and safe. They are proud to be part of The Howard School community."
"Teaching is highly effective across the curriculum. Teachers are experts in their subjects."
- Ofsted, 2026
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...
OUR SIXTH FORM HAS HAD A GLOW-UP! We've been VERY busy over the Summer Break... Our Sixth Form has undergone an extensive facelift ready to welcome students back next week! Brand-new dedicated study areas A completely new Sixth Form canteen space New ELC spaces More modern, purposeful spaces for students to study, work and spend time together A fresh new environment designed specifically for our Sixth Form community And we can't wait for our students to see it! Following our RECORD-BREAKING A Level results this summer , we're continuing to invest in the facilities, opportunities and support our students deserve. Because Sixth Form isn't just about what happens in the classroom. It's about creating an environment where young people can become more independent, prepare for their next steps and absolutely thrive. New year. New spaces. Same HIGH expectations. Welcome to the next chapter of The Howard Sixth Form.
Our Open Evening is booking up fast, with our 5:30pm Principal Talk almost full already! Book your places NOW for this year's Open Events, to explore our exciting facilities, meet our dedicated staff, hear from our Principal at one of our bookable talks, and see our highly Ofsted rated education in action. Thursday 1st October, 2026 4.30pm till 7pm Saturday 3rd October, 2026 10am till 12pm Book your place here: https://bit.ly/thehoward2026opendays Don't miss out!!!
ANOTHER HUGE ACHIEVEMENT! We absolutely LOVE hearing what our students have been achieving outside of school and this is another fantastic one! A massive congratulations to HH, who was selected to represent KENT in the Long Jump at the Inter-Counties Track & Field competition! And what makes this even more impressive? HH was a FIRST-YEAR athlete He was one of the youngest competitors there He was competing against older athletes The field even included the No.1 ranked athlete in the UK! But that didn't stop him! HH produced a brilliant jump of 4.92m , finishing 16th out of 24 athletes overall and gaining some incredible experience competing at this level! To even be SELECTED to represent your county as a first-year athlete is a phenomenal achievement and we couldn't be prouder! And there was more success too... KENT FINISHED 4TH OVERALL! What an experience. What an achievement. And hopefully just the beginning! This is exactly why we love hearing from our families about what our students get up to beyond the school gates. Whether it's sport , music , performing arts or something completely different SEND IT TO US! We want to celebrate it! Huge congratulations, HH!
Back to school is just around the corner... Before the new term starts, take 2–3 minutes to check if your child is eligible for Free School Meals. You will need to supply your National Insurance number as part of your checks. Recent changes to the eligibility criteria mean more children may now qualify. If your child is eligible, they could receive: A free school meal every day A free breakfast Saving you around £500 a year on school meals Every successful application also brings an extra £505.40 to our school, helping us invest in further opportunities and support for all pupils. Please note: if you have already applied for Free School Meals for next year, there is no need to reapply. Check your eligibility here: https://fsm.lgfl.net/app Don't miss out on support your family could be entitled to this school year.
Where you can find us
Open Events
1st & 3rd October
Are you considering sending your child to The Howard School in September 2027? Join us at our Open Events for a chance to take a look around our school!
Open Evening
Date: Thursday 1st October 2026
Time: 4:30pm - 7pm. Bookable Principal Talks at 4:45pm and 5:30pm
Open Morning
Date: Saturday 3rd October 2026
Time: 10am - 12pm. Bookable Principal Talks at 10am and 10:45am
What to Expect:
- Tour our school grounds, and get a taste of the fantastic facilities we have on site
- Speak to our staff and students to hear about life at The Howard School
- Visit our classrooms to learn more about our exciting curriculum
- Hear from Mr Johal, our Principal, at a number of bookable talks
- Come and see our ‘Exceptional’ education for yourselves!
The Howard Ofsted Result
The first ‘Exceptional’ criteria grading for a secondary school in Kent
We are proud to share that The Howard School is celebrating a monumental Ofsted result, having secured the first ‘Exceptional’ criteria grading for a secondary school in Kent, under the new Ofsted framework.
This result comes amidst an overwhelmingly positive Ofsted inspection, which also sees the school receiving four ‘Strong Standard’ and two ‘Expected Standard’ judgements.
Inspectors judged Personal Development and Wellbeing to be ‘Exceptional’, a grade reserved for practice that is among the very best in the country. Inspectors found that the school’s work to support pupils’ mental health, character, and spiritual growth has a "transformational” impact, particularly for its most vulnerable learners.