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| Alton School | |
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| Address | |
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Anstey Lane , , GU34 2NG | |
| Information | |
| Type | Independent day school |
| Motto | Be The Best That You Can Be |
| Religious affiliation(s) | Roman Catholic |
| Established | 1938 |
| Founder | Sister Madeleine de Jesu - Convent of Our Lady of Providence |
| Department for Education URN | 116537 Tables |
| Chairman of Governors | Mr C Hexton |
| Headmaster | Mr Graham Maher |
| Gender | Coeducational 6 months to 18 |
| Age | 6mths to 18 |
| Enrollment | 520~ |
| Colour(s) | Blue |
| Website | http://www.altonschool.co.uk |
Alton School is an independent Catholic day school on the outskirts of Alton, Hampshire. It has approximately 450 [1] pupils of all faiths. Situated on a 19-acre (77,000 m2) campus, it has a nursery, prep, senior and 6th form.
History
Alton School was established in 1938 by the Sisters of Our Lady of Providence. Since then it has been located in the Anstey Manor House in Alton, Hampshire.
Curriculum
Senior School subjects are divided into Core, Additional and Extended which allows pupils to learn at their own paces. Pupils take ten GCSE subjects and may choose from a variety of electives including separate sciences, law, photography, geography, history, art and drama.[2]
Activities
Some events and activities are organised jointly with sister Catholic school Salesian College in nearby Farnborough. The school hosts a joint Michaelmas ball with nearby More House School.[3]
Notable alumni
- Alison Goldfrapp - Vocalist of Goldfrapp[4]
- Ward Thomas Country Singers
References
External links
- Official school website
- Profile on the ISC website
- Stats page on BBC
- Alton Nursery Ofsted Reports
- ISI Inspection Reports