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North London Grammar School

At NLGS, we take pride in knowing each and every one of our students. We put our students at the centre of all we do, and promote a clear set of values, which underpin the NLGS culture. Our values are based on three pillars; ‘Bonitas, Scientia, Disciplina’ which is Latin for ‘Goodness, Knowledge, and Instruction’.

BarnetAll ThroughCo EdAges 4–18Day226 pupils
Day fees
£17,685
How competitive entry is
School Exam + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
226
Founded
1999
Next deadline
Open day: TBC
Updated 3 months ago
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Our take

Independent co-ed all-through school in Barnet for ages 4–18, day or boarding.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 4–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
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Open events

Dates to be confirmed
Event2026-05-13
Dates TBC
Event2026-01-28
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Event2026-03-25
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Fees

£17,685per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £17,685VAT status TBC7-year projection £139,681
vs London avg (£24,000)26% below
By entry point · 2026/2027
11+£26,475
7+£17,685
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

About the head

We put our students at the centre of all we do, and promote a clear set of values, which underpin the NLGS culture based on Bonitas, Scientia, Disciplina (Goodness, Knowledge, and Instruction).
GoodnessKnowledgeInstruction

Distinctive features

focus on individual student attention

value-driven culture

London location

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Annual Sports Day and Athletics EventSportsSports clubsAnnual Sports Day and athletics event

music

Music Ensembles / Choir participation in Voice in a Million (VIAM)

drama

Creative arts clubs

academic club

Study room accessGeneral knowledge and academic subject challengesSTEM clubsUKMT Intermediate Maths ChallengeReading TimeAnimal Encounters WorkshopGeneral Knowledge and Academic Subject Challenges

service

Mentoring and Career GuidanceMentoring and supportIndependent Listener Support

other

Team Building ExercisesLeadership programmesCultural activitiesAfter school clubsBoarding weekend activitiesTeam building exerciseBoarding Weekend ActivitiesHouse Group CompetitionsWeekend Trips and ExcursionsBoarding Activities

Facilities

sports

MUGA (Multi Use Games Area)Multi Use Games Area (MUGA)

boarding

Kitchen (Boarding)Boarding HouseCanteen AreaBoarding House BedroomsBoarding House KitchenBoarding House Common AreaDining HallBoarding House Staff OfficeCommon Area (Boarding)Boarding House (4th Floor)Laundry Facilities

academic

Canteen AreaSchool Dining HallCar ParkingSchool KitchenParking Area by Dining HallClassroomsGarden and Parking AreasDining HallICT Lab and School PCs (Boarding)Boarding House Study RoomICT Lab

wellbeing

Boarding House Medical RoomBoarding House Toilets and BathroomsMedical RoomPrayer/Quiet RoomsMedical Room (within Boarding)Quiet Rooms

Latest exam results

35%
A-level A*–A
45%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2024 results

Where leavers go

2024
US Ivy0
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Inspection

Isi 5 Oct 2023

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

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Term dates 2025-2026

autumn1 Sept 202516 Dec 2025Half-term 20 Oct 2025–24 Oct 2025
spring5 Jan 202627 Mar 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer20 Apr 202614 Jul 2026Half-term 1 Jun 2026–5 Jun 2026
autumn1 Sept 202615 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–23 Oct 2026

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Questions parents ask

Common questions about North London Grammar School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is North London Grammar School best for?+

North London Grammar School suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 4–18) rather than separate prep + senior; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees section on this page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.

Are there open days?+

3 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

phone on 02082050052 or the enquiry form on this page. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to North London Grammar School — see the "Schools like North London Grammar School" grid on this page. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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Frequently asked questions

How much are the fees at North London Grammar School?
Day fees at North London Grammar School range from £17,685 to £26,475 per year. Boarding fees range from £34,935 to £41,655 per year.
What ages does North London Grammar School take?
North London Grammar School takes pupils from age 4 to 18.
Is North London Grammar School a day or boarding school?
North London Grammar School is a day school.
Is North London Grammar School co-educational or single-sex?
North London Grammar School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is North London Grammar School?
North London Grammar School is in Barnet, NW9 6HB.

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