Howden School
URN: 146129 • Goole DN14 7AL
Overview
- Name
- Howden School
- URN
- 146129
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE CONSORTIUM ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 44.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- William James Nixon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01430430448
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Derwent Road, Goole DN14 7AL
Summary
Howden School is a mixed secondary academy located in Goole, East Riding of Yorkshire, serving students aged 11 to 16. With a current enrolment of 678 pupils and a capacity of 710, the school is committed to providing a high-quality educational experience. As part of The Consortium Academy Trust, Howden School focuses on creating an environment that fosters excellence in teaching and learning, aiming to help students achieve their full potential.
The school's ethos is built around its core values of Aspiration, Courtesy, and Excellence. Howden School encourages students to take responsibility for their learning and actively participate in decision-making through initiatives like Student Voice. The school prides itself on maintaining high standards in behaviour and academic performance while ensuring a supportive and safe environment for all students.
In addition to a robust academic curriculum, Howden School offers a variety of extracurricular activities that enhance personal development and well-being. The dedicated staff team is committed to nurturing students as they grow into responsible citizens, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
The school's ethos is built around its core values of Aspiration, Courtesy, and Excellence. Howden School encourages students to take responsibility for their learning and actively participate in decision-making through initiatives like Student Voice. The school prides itself on maintaining high standards in behaviour and academic performance while ensuring a supportive and safe environment for all students.
In addition to a robust academic curriculum, Howden School offers a variety of extracurricular activities that enhance personal development and well-being. The dedicated staff team is committed to nurturing students as they grow into responsible citizens, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
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Nearby alternatives
- Howden School (62.8)
- The Snaith School (56.7)
- Goole Academy (55.9)
- Goole High School (50.6)
- The Holy Family Catholic High School, Carlton (49.5)
Key details
- LA
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE CONSORTIUM ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 710
- Pupils
- 678
- Boys
- 352
- Girls
- 326
- FSM %
- 18.90
- Open date
- 2018-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 678 | 352 | 326 | 710 | 18.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 699 | 369 | 330 | 710 | 19.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 689 | 361 | 328 | 701 | 16.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 689 | 361 | 328 | 701 | 16.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 690 | 364 | 326 | 701 | 14.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 682 | 347 | 335 | 737 | 10.90 |
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