North London Collegiate School is a top three independent day school for girls aged 4-18, where bright young minds come to explore, question, and thrive.In the Sixth Form, each student is given the opportunity to pursue a curriculum which is tailored to them. NLCS offers two academic pathways. Students can study the International Baccalaureate or take a combination of 3 or 4 A Level subjects.
BritishIBEnglish
20
Avg Class Size
1850
Founded
co-ed
Gender Policy
Admissions
Scholarships AvailableFinancial Aid Available
Admissions Process
1Register your daughter at the relevant entry point
2Attend School in Action Morning to explore campus and meet staff and pupils
3Complete application process
Academic Performance
IB Diploma 202516 candidates
42.9
/ 45 points
Excellent
Benchmark: 30.5
045
School Life
Entry evaluation for students
As a selective school, we carry out assessments at all entry points to ensure that each pupil will thrive within our academic environment.
4+ Entry: We assess school readiness in a group setting, observing early learning skills and social interaction. These assessments are standardised according to each child’s age.
7+ Entry: Candidates sit written papers in English and Mathematics. Those invited to the second round spend a day in school, taking part in lessons and activities.
Yes, all students go through an assessment process before being offered a place.
Brief description of entry evaluation required
4+ Entry: We assess school readiness in a group setting, observing early learning skills and social interaction. These assessments are standardised according to each child’s age.
7+ Entry: Candidates sit written papers in English and Mathematics. Those invited to the second round spend a day in school, taking part in lessons and activities.
11+ Entry: Candidates complete written papers in English and Mathematics. Around half are then invited back for an interview with a member of the academic team, during which some English and Maths tasks are explored in an informal, conversational setting.
16+ Entry: Candidates sit three subject papers, based on the subjects they wish to study for A Level or Higher Level IB. Those invited to the next stage take part in short, subject-specific interviews as well as a general academic interview.
Waiting list
Yes.
Deadline for registration (new academic year)
Registrations usually open in May and close in October for 4+, 7+ and 16+ and mid November for 11+. Registrations and assessments take place in the year before entry to the school.
Students can join after academic year begins
Occasionally, a place may become available in a year group, and we then invite girls on our occasional place waiting list to take part in assessments. Families may register their interest by completing the form available on our website. When a place arises, we will contact those on the list to arrange the relevant assessments.
