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...
Day 3 = NEXT LEVEL! This afternoon our boys pushed themselves to the absolute limit with an incredible 80ft abseil off a bridge into the valley below Talk about courage!! And WOW... they absolutely smashed it! Facing those initial nerves head-on and showing unbelievable braverywhat a group! Even better... once they'd conquered it the first time, you couldn't keep them away! Straight back up for more, again and againpure determination and resilience on show One final adventure awaits tomorrow morning as we explore the stunning peaks that make this place so special before heading home after what has been an unforgettable residential. What. A. Trip.
Day 3 and the adventure continues! Our boys have hit the reservoir this morning for an epic canoeing experience , going head-to-head in team races around the buoys Competitive spirit is HIGH and the teamwork on show has been brilliant! With the glorious Dales as the backdrop and the sun shining down , it doesn't get much better than this! What a setting, what an experience... and what a group of students doing us proud once again More action still to comelet's go Day 3!!
Day 2 just keeps getting better!! This afternoon brought the adrenaline with crate stacking and the legendary Jacob's Ladder and WOW, what an effort from the boys! High energy, high challenge and plenty of laughs along the way They've absolutely thrown themselves into every moment, showing courage, teamwork and resilience throughout Safe to say... they are LOVING it!! Next up... dinner time followed by an evening scavenger hunt to round off what has been a hectic, action-packed Day 2! More snaps from an unforgettable day
Unlocking Worlds Through Reading at The Howard School! We know just how powerful reading can be – it opens doors, sparks imagination and builds confidence for life This morning, it was fantastic to see some of our brilliant Year 10 students getting stuck into an online reading platform , taking real ownership of their learning and developing such an important life skill Whether it's building fluency, boosting understanding or simply discovering a love of reading, every page turned is a step forward Huge well done to all involved – great effort, great focus, and great attitudes on show! Keep it going... we love to see it!
Where you can find us
Sixth Form September 2026
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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:
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