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...
Enrichment Week – Day One Highlights! What a cracking start to Enrichment Week here at The Howard School! Year 7 got stuck into a fun carousel of activities – meeting animals at Wildwood, stepping back in time with Roman Britain, and competing in Taskmaster challenges Year 8 went to the Science Museum – plus some students set off on their Stubbers adventure! Year 9 channelled their inner detectives in our very own Traitors Day – filled with twists, turns and loads of team spirit! Year 10 Geographers kicked off their fieldwork prep, while the rest tackled Survival Day with bush tucker trials, cooking challenges and model camp building! We're just getting started... roll on Day Two!
Big congratulations to 12F for completing their leadership programme! Over the past few weeks, 12F have taken on new challenges, built their confidence, and shown exactly what it means to be true leaders From teamwork and communication to problem-solving and resilience – you've done an incredible job! Leadership isn't just about being in charge – it's about supporting others, making good choices, and leading by example. You've shown you can step up, stay positive, and inspire those around you – and we're so proud of what you've achieved This is just the beginning – the skills you've developed will stay with you for life. Keep aiming high and leading with confidence Well done, 12F – your leadership journey is only getting started!
The Howard School is seeking to appoint a highly effective Cover Supervisor to join the Cover/Support Department. This is a full time, permanent role. Great opportunity for aspiring teachers or education professionals Ideal for someone confident, organised, and passionate about supporting learning Be part of a forward-thinking and inclusive Trust. If you share our passion for providing the best for every child, we would love to hear from you. Location: The Howard School ME8 0BX Start: September 2025 Apply now: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/141466/EDV-2025-HS-46590
Staff Football Match! Last Friday, some of our staff took on the legends from our fellow trust school The Abbey in a friendly footy match on their turf. It was an epic game full of laughs, team spirit and some surprising skills on show We're buzzing to say The Howard came out on top with a 9–7 win! Massive shoutout to both teams for such good vibes and great sportsmanship!