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Alton School
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Alton School is a All-through, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 366 students from age 1-18 yr.
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We are a successful Independent Catholic Day School for girls and boys from 6 months to Sixth Form located in Alton, Hampshire. We attract pupils from many parts of Surrey and Hampshire including Winchester, Basingstoke, Farnham and Petersfield.
Whether you are looking for a Reception place or somewhere where your child can continue their Nursery, Primary School, Prep School or Senior School education, we warmly welcome you.
We are a community that holds at its core true family values and our students are at the heart of everything we do. We thrive on listening to each other and finding the spark within every young person in our care. We pride ourselves on knowing each and every of one of our pupils and using this knowledge to ensure that our teaching is excellent.
We have outstanding staff who are focused upon providing the very best education and pastoral care and, most importantly, ensuring that our children are happy, secure and successful.
Alton School is unique in that we are an all-through School with a clear academic offer that ensures seamless transition from Early Learning Foundation Stage all the way through to A levels. Our educational philosophy is one that recognises our pupils as global citizens and our holistic approach ensures that students recognise and become involved in all aspects of life, both inside and outside the classroom.
We achieve the very highest standards in all examination results because our teachers and students work together and because we understand and recognise each and every individual student and their specific needs. We are proud of these academic results and the journey on which our students embark when they leave us.
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Whether you are looking for a Reception place or somewhere where your child can continue their Nursery, Primary School, Prep School or Senior School education, we warmly welcome you.
We are a community that holds at its core true family values and our students are at the heart of everything we do. We thrive on listening to each other and finding the spark within every young person in our care. We pride ourselves on knowing each and every of one of our pupils and using this knowledge to ensure that our teaching is excellent.
We have outstanding staff who are focused upon providing the very best education and pastoral care and, most importantly, ensuring that our children are happy, secure and successful.
Alton School is unique in that we are an all-through School with a clear academic offer that ensures seamless transition from Early Learning Foundation Stage all the way through to A levels. Our educational philosophy is one that recognises our pupils as global citizens and our holistic approach ensures that students recognise and become involved in all aspects of life, both inside and outside the classroom.
We achieve the very highest standards in all examination results because our teachers and students work together and because we understand and recognise each and every individual student and their specific needs. We are proud of these academic results and the journey on which our students embark when they leave us.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - | - |
| Age range | 1-18 | 3-19 | 2-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | £482 to £4,855 | £340 to £5,755 |
Secondary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 45.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 31.96% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44.08% | 45.2% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.02% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 12.08% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.63% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.42 | 2.98 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 91.68% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 151 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 87.2% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 43.35% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | - | 5.24% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 30.12% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.46% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.12% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.45% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 29.88% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44.09% | 43.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 23.97% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.55% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.26% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.86 | 2.97 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 90.24% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 147 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.27% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.7% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.44% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 28.75% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.49% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.94% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.9% | 2.77% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 47.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% 11 | 30.19% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% 13 | 44.27% | 42.55% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.9% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.64% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.47% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.42 | 2.96 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 83.1% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 72.34% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.44% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.06% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 34.06% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.1% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.38% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.53% | 2.07% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 60.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 31.3% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 45.75% | 43.01% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 25.73% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 15.27% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.78% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 87.49% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 155 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 72.16% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 39.46% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.63% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 33.41% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.05% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.66% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.46% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 41.04 | 32.96 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.04 | 30.6 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.8% | 20.2% | 17.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 849 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | - | 50.11% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.28% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | - | 28.17% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 11.39% | 10.71% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 38.38 2 | 28.08 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.17 2 | 25.57 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.0% | 13.64% | 12.99% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 838 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 44.24% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.12% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 33.53% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.41% | 8.81% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 36.39 3 | 27.72 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.32 | 26.52 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.3% | 12.54% | 13.27% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 21 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 185.13% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 30.67% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.13% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.21 | 27.92 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.33 | 26.63 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 13.14% | 12.59% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 17 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 192.29% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 34.14% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.5% | 4.25% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
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| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 18th Dec 2023 - 1st Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 17th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 2nd Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jul 2024 |
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