Welcome to NLCS
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. Since 1850, we’ve created an ambitious yet supportive environment where every girl can grow in confidence and discover what excites her. With world-class teaching, extraordinary opportunities beyond the classroom, and a community alive with curiosity, NLCS is a place where she’ll be challenged and encouraged to be completely herself.
We take pride in our legacy of nurturing independent, ambitious young women who seize opportunities and shape the world around them. This was Frances Mary Buss’s vision in 1850, and it continues to drive everything we do today.
While our students consistently secure places at their first-choice universities, academic results are just one part of the story. At NLCS, passionate teachers ignite a love of learning that goes far beyond the syllabus, inspiring curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong thirst for knowledge.
“We can’t recall visiting another all-girls school and finding quite this kind of relaxed self-confidence.” – Good Schools Guide
NLCS celebrates the individual and creative spirit of the pupils. We provide the springboard for our students to find their place in a world which will require not only technical skills but also creative and communication skills to thrive. This is why we continue to invest in and enhance our music and arts provision and offer a wealth of sporting opportunities. Over 50 clubs and societies create a vibrant atmosphere that helps students develop a relaxed self-confidence and enjoy their time at Canons. To find their niche, develop confidence, and succeed in whichever area they choose.
“We can’t recall visiting another all-girls school and finding quite this kind of relaxed self-confidence.”
Every pupil matters and the pastoral care at the School ensures that students feel supported and valued throughout their time here. We encourage students to be resilient and bounce back when faced with challenges or disappointments.
“Academic and pastoral staff work closely together to ensure no pupil is without support during her time at the School.”
– Independent Schools Inspectorate
As we remember in our Founder’s Day prayer “Thou dost require much from those to whom much is given”, and today it is just as important that our students develop a sense of social responsibility and learn how to make a practical difference to the world around them.
NLCS has a global perspective that is unique amongst London day schools. In the Sixth Form, students can study the International Baccalaureate Diploma – a highly regarded qualification particularly prized by Ivy League, Russell Group and European universities. In addition to this, the opening of our sister schools in Jeju, Dubai, and Singapore benefits our students through exchange and collaboration opportunities.
The best way to get to know the school is to come for a visit, experience the buzz and energy of the corridors, enjoy the stunning grounds and the Performing Arts Centre and, of course, meet the students who make it such an exciting place to work and learn. You’ll be sure of a warm reception whether you are a prospective parent, pupil, teacher or a former student.
