Welcome to our vibrant independent day and boarding school in the heart of London. Founded in 2006 as Wisdom School in Tottenham, Haringey, we have built a legacy of providing an exceptional and accessible education for students aged 4–18. Our vision has always been clear, to be an affordable independent school where academic excellence, diversity, and a genuine love of learning thrive. The support we receive from our community from the very beginning confirmed that we were on the right path, and it continues to inspire us today.
In 2015, we embarked on a new chapter in our school’s history by relocating to a spacious 50,000 sq ft campus in Barnet, bidding farewell to our quaint Tottenham building of 6000 sq ft. Our new, cutting-edge facility embodies modern design and technology, aligning with our commitment to offer an unrivalled educational experience. This move empowered us to better meet the evolving needs of our students and continue our journey of academic discovery and holistic development.
Our school proudly calls London home, a city renowned for its diversity and cultural richness. Our student body mirrors this unique blend, as individuals from diverse backgrounds converge to establish a vibrant and inclusive learning community. We embrace the title of a grammar school, symbolizing our unwavering focus on academic excellence, intelligence cultivation, and the promotion of self-discipline as key pillars of our educational ethos.
At NLGS, we are dedicated to unlocking the full potential of every student, regardless of their starting point. Our highly skilled and empathetic educators are instrumental in guiding our pupils to achieve remarkable progress throughout their academic journey. We tailor our curriculum to cater to individual needs, ensuring that our teaching methods are consistently effective.
Our ambition extends beyond local boundaries. We aim not only to make our students the best within our school but also to prepare them to excel nationally and internationally. To achieve this, we actively engage our students in rigorous international Olympiads. This resulted in numerous gold and silver medals over the years. Our commitment to excellence knows no bounds, and we are determined to see our students shine on the world stage. Join us at NLGS, where we foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and achievement. Together, we embark on a journey of educational excellence that spans the globe, nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.
North London Grammar School’s motto is ‘Bonitas, Scientia, Disciplina’ which is Latin for ‘Goodness, Knowledge, and Instruction’. These are the three pillars on which we build NLGS and represent our aspirations for each and every one of our students. These distinctive elements that exemplify our philosophy are here:
‘Bonitas’ means goodness, kindness, and excellence, three attributes that we want to instill in each of our students. Every child has a unique ability and it is our job to help them to make the most of it. At the same time, we want to teach tolerance, understanding, and respect for every person.
‘Scientia’ means knowledge and is the root of our modern word ‘science’. We want to give our students knowledge of the world around them, but more importantly, give them the tools to find knowledge themselves. Logic, rationality, and critical thinking are central to our philosophy.
‘Disciplina’ means instruction and teaching, but also contains the sense of the modern word ‘discipline’. Our school exists to provide teaching and training so that students can gain knowledge and achieve excellence. This process includes learning discipline, not just obeying the rules, but also self-discipline: knowing how to conduct yourself, stay focused, and ask questions.
Address: 110 Colindeep Lane, Hendon, London, NW9 6HB, United Kingdom
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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’.
