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Alton Convent School

Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2NG

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School Information

Alton Convent School is a stimulating, friendly community promoting mutual tolerance, courtesy, care for others, a sense of self worth and personal discipline. Visitors comment on our calm, happy and purposeful working environment. It is an independent Catholic day school welcoming all faiths. The school is situated in a north east Hampshire small town, easily accessible by road and rail.

General Information

Gender:	Girls (some boys)
Day/Boarding:	Day
Age Range - Boys:	Nursery, Pre Prep, Prep
Age Range - Girls:	Nursery, Pre Prep, Prep, Senior, Sixth
Size:	485
Last Inspected:	Latest Inspection Report
ISC Association:	ISA

Date:	23/10/2009
Start:	9:30
Finish:	12:30
Address:	Alton Convent School, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2NG
Contact's Name:	Mrs Sally Pigott
Contact's Phone Number:	01420 82070
Contact's Email:	enquiries@altonconvent.org.uk
Url:	www.altonconvent.org.uk
Description:	Catholic day school for Boys & girls 2 years - 11 years and girls to 18 years. Our philosophy is simple: we place great emphasis on the value of pupils and the experiences they will encounter. Life at the school will never be boring but will be busy, stimulating and satisfying. We take pride in the achievements of our pupils as they seek to extend personal horizons and fulfil their potential.
How to register:	You are very welcome to come anytime between 9.30 and 12.00. No appointment is necessary. Pupils will be available to show you around and members of the management team will be available to talk to.

Fees per term

Boarding (£):
Day (£):	1950 - 3155

Entry Requirements & Financial Assistance

Entry Requirements:	Exam, Scholarship Exam, Assessment, Assessment & Interview, Report & Exam & Interview
Scholarships, Bursaries:	Academic scholarships, Bursaries for new entrants, Art scholarships, Music scholarships, Choral scholarships, Clergy discounts, Sport scholarships, All Rounder awards, Drama scholarships, Sibling discounts, Science/Technology scholarships, Hardship awards for existing pupils

Age Ranges & Pupil Numbers

	Boarding		Day		Sixth Form
	Boys	Girls	Boys	Girls	Boys	Girls
Age Range			2 - 10	2 - 17
Pupil Numbers			70	415		29

Subjects taught

Ancient History/Classical Civ, Art, Art and Design, Biology, Business Studies/Finance, Chemistry, Computing/ICT, Coordinated/Combined Science, Dance, Drama/Theatre Studies, Economics, Electronics, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Studies, French, Further Mathematics, General Studies, Geography, Geology, German, Government/Politics, Graph/Tech Communication, History, History of Art, Latin, Law, Mathematics, Media Studies, Meteorology, Music, Photography, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology, Spanish, Sports Science, Statistics, Textiles and Fashion

Facilities

Art & Technology Centre, Chapel, Climbing Wall, Dance Studio, Fitness suite, Gymnasium, IT Suite, Library, Music Centre, Performing Arts Centre, Photography Studio, Science laboratories, Sixth Form Centre, Sports Hall, Tennis Courts

Activities

Art, Ballet/Dance, Board games, Chess, Choir, Circus Club, Computing/IT, Debating/Public Speaking, Drama/Theatre Studies, Duke of Edinburgh, Environmental/Green club, Film/Video Club, Life Saving/1st Aid, Orchestra/Band, Outdoor Pursuits, Photography, Pottery, Riding, Scouts/Guides etc., Skiing

Sports

Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Canoeing, Cricket, Cross Country, Fitness Training, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, Martial Arts, Netball, Rounders, Rugby, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball

Travel Information

Map: www.multimap.co.uk
Major Railway Station: Less than 15 minutes
International Airport: 60-120 minutes
Location: Urban

Miscellaneous Information

Religious Affiliation:	Roman Catholic
Dietary Catered For:	Vegetarians

Reference Numbers

ISC Reference Number:	28680
ISI Reference Number:	34
DCSF Reference Number:	850 / 6073