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.
Together with Trustees, staff and pupils, we have formulated our academy values which we base our daily school life on:
Reggie was working well on his machine embroidery skills... just long enough to take this photo, he will improve when he doesn't go full pelt on the peddle! Better luck next time Reggie!
Our BTEC Science group have bonded well and are already demonstrating amazing scientific qualities, well done ladies!
Really successful day for the Primary today at Medway Inclusive Summer Games. 1st Archery 1st Curling 2nd Athletics 3rd Cricket Well done team!
**REMINDER** The Rowans Art, Photography, Textiles and DT exhibition is taking place this afternoon / evening from 4:30pm - 6pm. We would love up see as many of you as possible to celebrate our students success'.
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.”