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NLCS (North London Collegiate) Entrance Exams

NLCS (North London Collegiate) is a girls’ independent day school in Edgware, London, with entry at 11+. Here is how admissions work and how to prepare.

LocationEdgware, London
PupilsGirls
TypeIndependent · Day
Entry points11+
AssessmentThe school’s own entrance assessments
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One of the most academically selective girls' schools in the country. Their 11+ is demanding — outstanding English and Maths are non-negotiable. They want fiercely bright, intellectually hungry girls.

How entry to NLCS (North London Collegiate) works

NLCS (North London Collegiate) sets its own entrance assessments rather than using a shared national test. Depending on the entry point, these can include written papers in English and maths, reasoning tests, an interview or a group activity. Because the papers are the school’s own, practice should be matched to the style of questions it sets rather than to a generic test.

Dates and requirements change from year to year, so always check the latest details on the school’s website.

How I help children prepare for NLCS (North London Collegiate)

  • 1:1 online lessons in English comprehension and writing and maths, with the exam technique for each
  • Practice matched to NLCS (North London Collegiate)’s assessments and mock papers under real timings
  • Interview practice, so children can talk about themselves and their interests with confidence
  • Ash’s Exam Zone app for daily practice between lessons

My NLCS (North London Collegiate) guide sets out the full process, the key dates, and a preparation plan, and my mock papers let children practise under real timings.

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Questions parents ask about NLCS (North London Collegiate)

At what age can my child join NLCS (North London Collegiate)?

NLCS (North London Collegiate) takes pupils at 11+.

What entrance assessments does NLCS (North London Collegiate) use?

The school’s own entrance assessments. The exact mix depends on the entry point, so check the school’s admissions page for your child’s year of entry.

Is NLCS (North London Collegiate) a day or boarding school?

NLCS (North London Collegiate) is a day school.