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
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...
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...
Photographer of the Month! A huge congratulations to TW in Year 7, whose fantastic photograph "Window to the World" has been crowned our Photographer of the Month! This stunning image caught the eye of our judge, Mrs Cleall, who praised its brilliant use of colour and its fun, creative perspective. Photography is all about seeing the world differently, and TW certainly did that with this clever shot! It just goes to show that sometimes the most extraordinary photographs can come from the simplest moments. Well done, TW – we can't wait to see what you capture next!
PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE MONTH IS BACK! This month's theme is... Sunlight & Shadows! Whether it's: Golden rays breaking through the trees Stunning sunsets Dramatic city silhouettes Long shadows stretching across the ground Light bursting through the clouds ...we want to see your creativity! This is your chance to capture the incredible contrast between light and dark and show off your photography skills to the whole Howard community! The winning photograph will be featured on our social media channels and in our school newsletter! Deadline: 24th June Send your JPEG entries to: bartyj@thehowardschool.co.uk Get outside, get creative and start looking at the world through a different lens! Drop a in the comments if you're thinking of entering!
Rugby Success! A huge well done to KM, DW and AG, who played in their end-of-season festival for the Saracens U15 PDG last weekend! In what was the hottest weekend of the year so far, the boys showed fantastic talent, commitment and attitude throughout the event. It was a brilliant experience for them to play at such an iconic venue and a proud moment for everyone involved. Well done, boys a superb achievement and excellent representation of your clubs and The Howard School!
MAKING WAVES FOR A GREAT CAUSE! During the half-term break, one of our students, LT, took to the water as part of the Chatham Maritime Dragon Boat Race in support of fellow Trust school, Miers Court Primary School! Competing against more than 30 teams on a gloriously sunny day, the event was a huge success, bringing together schools, businesses and community groups from across Medway. Even more impressively, the team smashed their fundraising target, raising over £700 for the school well above their original goal of £500! We love hearing about the amazing things our students get involved in beyond the school gates. Whether it's sport, volunteering, fundraising or supporting the local community, these experiences help to build confidence, character and a real sense of belonging. A huge well done to LT and everyone involved in such a fantastic event. Taking on a dragon boat race in the heat is no easy feat, and raising such a brilliant amount for a great cause makes it even more special! Thank you for sharing this with us, and please keep sending us your success stories we love celebrating the achievements of our students both in and out of school!
Where you can find us
Y5 Taster Workshops
More PE Sessions Available
Following a record-breaking sign-up, we are pleased to announce a second release of spaces for Y5 PE/ Sports taster events at The Howard School! Please click on one of the dates below to register your interest:
First-come, first-served- when they're gone, they're gone!
Details on the sign-up sheet/ link.