We are proud of our tradition of producing independent-minded young women with the drive to make the most of opportunities and a difference in the world. That was the vision of the founder, Frances Mary Buss, in 1850, and it remains at the heart of the School’s ethos today.
We have a strong track record of enabling girls to gain entry to their first choice of university, but examination success is only part of the picture and passionate teachers inspire pupils with a love of their subject which goes beyond the examination syllabus.
NLCS celebrates the individual and creative spirit of the girls. We provide the springboard for our pupils 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 girls to develop a relaxed self-confidence and enjoy their time at Canons. To find their niche, to develop confidence, and to 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 girl matters, the pastoral care at the school ensures students feel supported and valued throughout their time here. We encourage girls to be resilient and bounce back when faced with challenges or disappointments.
Academic and pastoral staff work closely together to ensure no girl is without support during her time at the School. 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 that is particularly prized by Ivy League, Russell Group, and European universities. In addition to this, the opening of our sister schools in Jeju and Dubai benefits our students through exchange and collaboration opportunities.
- To provide an ambitious academic education and to enable each girl to make the most of her gifts
- To maintain a team of professional teachers to whom each pupil is important and who can introduce their subjects with enthusiasm and drive
- To enable all pupils to recognize academic excellence and to realize that it is attainable
- To make the School a place where the whole personality can grow
- To foster good relationships between staff and pupils and between the girls themselves
- To teach the girls that education is much more than passing examinations and to try themselves out in a variety of ways
- To maintain a community that is tolerant and teaches service to others.
Everyone matters in North London. This means every individual is well-known, valued for who they are, and their contribution is recognized and celebrated.
The leadership opportunities, public speaking, performance, creative expression, and sports and outdoor activities are many and varied throughout both our Junior School and Senior School and coupled with our focus on supporting the individual, the result is that students feel happy, and are given the confidence to run their race – to embrace challenges, to be grounded, resilient and to flourish in whatever walk of life they may choose.
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