Napa Valley Alternative School is a specialty public school. The institution is a voluntary, independent study-based school alternative for students who do not wish to or would otherwise not be able to attend a traditional class setting. The school offers numerous programs for students in kindergarten through grade twelve, including courses in English, mathematics, writing, geometry, algebra, world history and US history, among others. The school also offers numerous electives for high school students, including creative writing, photography, art, history through film, fitness and calligraphy.