John Henry Harward (27 May 1858 – 30 September 1932) was a British educationist. Former Principal of Royal College Colombo (1903 - 1919).[1]
Born in Worksworth, Derbyshire, he was educated at Durham School (1869-1877) and University College, Oxford (1878-1881) and graduated B.A. First in classical Moderations.
Starting a career in teaching he became the second classics Master at Brighton College (1882-1891). In 1892 he was appointed Principal of Royal College till 20 August 1902. Concurrently he acted as Director of Public Instruction (1898-1902) while being principal. Director of Public Instruction January 1903 to 1915.
On retirement he settled down in Warwick, Queensland, Australia.