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
26/06/18 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...
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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...
Madrid School Trip: Day 3! An incredible day soaking up the vibrant culture and energy of Madrid! Here is how we spent our day: El Retiro Park: Started our morning like true Madrileños with a beautiful stroll by the lake, watching the rowboats, and staying cool under the shade with traditional Spanish hand fans. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium: Next, we visited a modern landmarkthe legendary home of Real Madrid. Standing inside that towering, world-famous stadium was an absolute highlight! Metro Adventures: We navigated the bustling underground transit network like locals, mastering the routes and taking in the iconic station sign walls. Bowling Night: Wrapped up a fantastic day with some upbeat, friendly competition and plenty of strikes at the bowling alley. Our feet are tired, but we are absolutely loving the spirit of this city. ¡Vamos!
WHAT. A. DAY. Our cricket stars had an AMAZING day out at the Kent Schools Cricket Day today! First up, the boys got to watch some incredible County Championship cricket as Kent took on Middlesex on Day 1 of their four-day clash! But just watching wasn't enough... The boys got stuck into an epic assault course , took part in fielding challenges and even challenged our hosts to a race! After all the action, the boys headed back to watch more cricket before getting the chance to step onto the pitch themselves during the lunch break! They also met some of the Kent players, grabbed autographs , snapped some photos and made memories that will last a lifetime! Most importantly, every single student was an absolute CREDIT to The Howard School . Their behaviour, attitude and enthusiasm were outstanding from start to finish . They represented the school brilliantly and should be incredibly proud of themselves! A fantastic reward for all their hard work, commitment and dedication to cricket club and the school team throughout the year! Well done, boys! We are SO proud of you!
WOW! What an incredible few weeks we've had at The Howard School! We've been absolutely inundated with over 200 Year 5 students visiting us for transition taster sessions ahead of Year 6 applications! And what can we say...? You have all been AMAZING! Over the past few weeks you've been getting stuck into lessons across: 3D Design Computing Science PE ...and of course exploring our fantastic facilities, meeting our staff, and getting a feel for what life is really like as a Howard student! From coding and creating, to experimenting and competing, you've thrown yourselves into every activity with enthusiasm, confidence and loads of energy! A massive WELL DONE to every single one of you you've been brilliant ambassadors for your primary schools and a pleasure to have around our site! Thinking about joining The Howard School? Then don't miss our Open Evenings! Come and: Meet our amazing staff and students Explore our fantastic facilities Discover the opportunities waiting for you See what makes #TeamHoward so special Open Evening bookings will be opening soon! Follow this link and keep an eye out for booking details coming very shortly! https://www.thehoward-that.org.uk/opendays We can't wait to welcome even more future Howard students through our doors!
The Bronze Age Collapse: History's Greatest Mystery! Around 1200 BC, the Mediterranean was home to some of the most powerful and advanced civilisations the world had ever seen. The Ancient Egyptians, Hittites, and Mycenaean Greeks built magnificent cities, traded across vast distances, and shared ideas, technology, and culture. Then, in the space of just 50 years, many of these great civilisations vanished. But why? In this fascinating workshop, students will investigate one of history's biggest unsolved mysteries: What caused the Bronze Age Collapse? Working as historical detectives, students will explore a range of theories, including: Natural Disasters – Could devastating droughts, crop failures, famines, and powerful earthquakes have pushed these societies to breaking point? The Sea Peoples – Who were these mysterious seafaring warriors who appeared seemingly out of nowhere and launched attacks on coastal cities across the Mediterranean? Systems Collapse – What happens when a highly connected world suddenly stops working? Students will discover how the collapse of international trade networks may have triggered a chain reaction that brought entire empires crashing down. Through evidence, discussion, and investigation, students will piece together the clues and decide for themselves what really happened to these once-great civilisations. Could a similar collapse happen today? The workshop will also encourage students to draw comparisons with our modern, interconnected world and consider what lessons we can learn from the past. A thrilling journey into one of history's greatest mysteries awaits!
Where you can find us
Year 6 Induction Day – Thursday 2nd July, 9:15am – 2:15pm & Parents ONLY Induction Evening – Thursday 9th July 2026
Year 6 Transition Day – Thursday 2nd 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 2nd 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 9th July 2026
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
On arrival at the school, you will be welcomed by student ambassadors who will direct you to parking and guide you to the main hall for the opening presentation.
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing how we will support your child’s journey into secondary school.