Central to the purpose of any school is the vibrancy and diversity of its academic life. Alton Convent School teaches the full range of disciplines delivered by subject specialists and maintains high levels of attainment for all.

Small classes foster a confident and independent attitude, ensuring individuals are educated, cultured and have a zest for learning.

In the first three years in the senior school girls follow a common curriculum, including modern languages, Latin, and individual sciences. In year 9 students choose from an extensive range of GCSE options.

Pupils maintain a consistent and very high standard of GCSE examination results in all subjects. In 2007 girls gained an average of 9.9 subjects with 67% of all passes being at A* and A grades.