The Howard School
URN: 118929 • Gillingham ME8 0BX
Overview
- Name
- The Howard School
- URN
- 118929
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Morris (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Derwent Way, Gillingham ME8 0BX
Summary
The Howard School, located in Gillingham, Medway, is a foundation secondary school for boys with a capacity of 1,725 students. As part of The Howard Academy Trust, the school is dedicated to enhancing the educational achievements and life chances of its students. The school fosters a disciplined environment that encourages a love of learning, supported by a broad and balanced curriculum designed to cater to diverse abilities and needs.
The school is committed to inclusivity and has been recognised as a Gold Level Rights Respecting School by UNICEF, highlighting its focus on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. The ethos of The Howard School is built around core values of hard work, integrity, and kindness, which are integral to the school's culture and community.
In addition to academic success, The Howard School offers a range of extracurricular activities in sports, culture, and adventure, promoting personal development. The mixed Sixth Form prepares students for various pathways, including university courses and apprenticeships in fields such as medicine, law, and the arts.
The school is committed to inclusivity and has been recognised as a Gold Level Rights Respecting School by UNICEF, highlighting its focus on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. The ethos of The Howard School is built around core values of hard work, integrity, and kindness, which are integral to the school's culture and community.
In addition to academic success, The Howard School offers a range of extracurricular activities in sports, culture, and adventure, promoting personal development. The mixed Sixth Form prepares students for various pathways, including university courses and apprenticeships in fields such as medicine, law, and the arts.
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Nearby alternatives
- Gillingham School (67.7)
- Rainham Mark Grammar School (67.4)
- Rainham School for Girls (66.1)
- The Howard School (65.2)
- Leigh Academy Rainham (54.9)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1725 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1725 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1725 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1725 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1725 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1725 |
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