From all of us at The Howard Academy Trust, we pass on our condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Queen Elizabeth was our longest reigning monarch, who provided stability and consistency throughout most people’s lives. Her dedication to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth was remarkable, with 70 years of service.

As a Trust, we will continue to provide support for our pupils, families and staff, and our schools will each mark the passing of the Queen in their own way.   

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