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.
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.
“a high-flying school for super bright, confident, high-achieving and indefatigable girls”
“The girls are confident, but not arrogant, interesting and interested.” – Good Schools Guide
“Any tutor can help you get a 9 in an exam,” one parent says, “but North London has the sort of teacher who, if you see a classics book 20 years after you’ve left school, you still want to pick it up.”
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.
