Welcome from The Rowans AP Academy
I am proud and honoured to be the Principal of The Rowans, a provision where all stakeholders work effectively and enthusiastically together to ensure continuing success.
The Rowans AP Academy is a provision which enables young people to change the direction of their lives. Through a trauma informed approach, positive relationships and a strong focus on our core values of kindness, commitment and resilience, all pupils have the opportunity to re-engage with education, taking ownership of their lives and their choices.
Inspiring Change for a Brighter Future
Together with Trustees, staff and pupils, we have formulated our academy values which we base our daily school life on:
- Inspiring change for a brighter future
- Learning without limits
- Leading with kindness, growing with commitment and rising with resilience
- We see you, we hear you, we are with you
House Points
Latest News
Back to school is just around the corner... Before the new term starts, take 2–3 minutes to check if your child is eligible for Free School Meals. You will need to supply your National Insurance number as part of your checks. Recent changes to the eligibility criteria mean more children may now qualify. If your child is eligible, they could receive: A free school meal every day Saving you around £500 a year on school meals Every successful application also brings an extra £505.40 to our school, helping us invest in further opportunities and support for all pupils. Please note: if you have already applied for Free School Meals for next year, there is no need to reapply. Check your eligibility here: https://fsm.lgfl.net/app Don't miss out on support your family could be entitled to this school year.
GCSE RESULTS DAY This morning our year 10 and 11 pupils came to collect their results. It was a morning full of celebration; a great demonstration of what hard work, effort and determination can achieve! We are incredibly proud of all our KS4 pupils who continue to show that alternative does not mean inferior
Wow! What a brilliant time we had at Ninja Warrior UK Chatham ! The children loved bouncing, attempting to beat the wall and racing the staff around the obstacle course! They expelled lots of energy and built up a great appetite! They all had an amazing time and their behaviour was exemplary, a real credit to the school. Thank you to Medway Go for the funding, allowing us to keep in touch with the children over the summer holiday and making memories for them. #medwaygo
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The Rowans Ofsted Result
Strong Standard Across All Areas!
We are proud to announce that we have been rated Strong Standard across all areas in our recent Ofsted inspection under the new report‑card framework!
Ofsted noted the school’s strong curriculum and teaching, its calm and respectful environment, improving attendance, and pupils’ positive attitudes to learning, despite many arriving with disrupted educational experiences.
Inspectors commented that “this is a highly inclusive school where staff are ambitious for all pupils” and where “the school values of kindness, commitment and resilience are actively lived out by pupils.” They complimented the staff body, noting that they “are committed to changing the future life chances of all pupils who attend the school” and “have a deep understanding of pupils and their individual needs.”
It was also noted that “for many pupils, attending The Rowans gives them their first positive experience of school and education.”