The Rowans
URN: 144134 • Chatham ME5 0LB
Overview
- Name
- The Rowans
- URN
- 144134
- Type
- Academy alternative provision converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE HOWARD ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 58.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fiona May (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01634338803
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Silverbank, Chatham ME5 0LB
Summary
The Rowans AP Academy, located in Chatham, Medway, is an alternative provision academy that caters to students who face challenges in mainstream education. With a current enrolment of 70 pupils, the academy focuses on providing a supportive environment where young people can re-engage with their education. The school adopts a trauma-informed approach, prioritising kindness, commitment, and resilience to help students navigate their individual pathways.
The curriculum at The Rowans is designed to be flexible and responsive to the needs of each pupil, offering a combination of academic and vocational qualifications. All students work towards achieving essential qualifications in English and maths, alongside additional subjects tailored to their interests and aspirations. The academy places a strong emphasis on personal development, encouraging pupils to contribute positively to their community and develop essential life skills.
In addition to academic support, The Rowans fosters a sense of community and inclusivity, working closely with families and external agencies to provide holistic support. The academy aims to empower students to take ownership of their educational journey, ultimately helping them to build a brighter future.
The curriculum at The Rowans is designed to be flexible and responsive to the needs of each pupil, offering a combination of academic and vocational qualifications. All students work towards achieving essential qualifications in English and maths, alongside additional subjects tailored to their interests and aspirations. The academy places a strong emphasis on personal development, encouraging pupils to contribute positively to their community and develop essential life skills.
In addition to academic support, The Rowans fosters a sense of community and inclusivity, working closely with families and external agencies to provide holistic support. The academy aims to empower students to take ownership of their educational journey, ultimately helping them to build a brighter future.
Useful links
- e4education (other)
- 25/10/10 10:41:2510 Oct 2025 (other)
- 25/10/10 10:56:5110 Oct 2025 (other)
- 25/10/10 12:46:0610 Oct 2025 (other)
- 25/10/10 14:34:4810 Oct 2025 (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Rowans (65.4)
- Bradfields Academy (64.5)
- INSPIRE Free Special School (50.5)
- Blue Skies School (48.2)
- Assessment and Tuition Service (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Medway
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE HOWARD ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 89
- Pupils
- 70
- Boys
- 45
- Girls
- 25
- FSM %
- 70.00
- Open date
- 2017-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 70 | 45 | 25 | 89 | 70.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 50 | 30 | 20 | 65 | 64.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 35 | 27 | 8 | 65 | 57.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 35 | 27 | 8 | 65 | 57.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 54 | 40 | 14 | 65 | 53.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 57 | 43 | 14 | 65 | 40.40 |
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