Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Over 70 nationalities |
| Most common nationality |
British |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French, Spanish, Mandarin, German |
| Max. number of students per class |
Each grade range has a specific maximum class size, ranging from 14 to 24 students |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Our state-of-the-art 38,000 square metre campus has been designed by educators to provide the best possible learning experience for our boys and girls and a close community feel. Our large, bright classrooms are equipped with the latest technologies. The School offers science laboratories and already boasts premium IT and design/technology facilities. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Islamic |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma and MYP Certificate |
| Results in these examinations |
At NLCS Dubai, we pride ourselves on cultivating an environment of academic excellence, demonstrated by our students at every juncture. Their consistently remarkable performance within the challenging yet rewarding IB Curriculum positions us as a top-tier IB World School within Dubai and the Middle East. Please visit our website to find out more. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Students at NLCS Dubai enjoy a quality of teaching and learning that enables them to strive for the highest levels of academic attainment. Our students have confidence in their abilities and are encouraged to believe in themselves, take risks and stretch themselves beyond what they thought possible. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
As part of our application process, we undertake an assessment of each child. Please visit our website to learn more. |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
7:30 am |
| School finish time |
Monday-Thursday - Junior School - between 2:00 pm -3:20 pm; Senior School - 4:00 pm
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| Supervised care before/after school |
At NLCS Dubai, we understand that often it’s what students do beyond the curriculum that helps to shape their personalities and differentiate them from the crowd. All students will take part in an extensive range of extra-curricular activities, clubs and societies to pursue their interests and to discover a love of activities that perhaps they’ve never had the opportunity to try before. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Being an NLCS student is about much more than lessons; it incorporates an abundance of exciting opportunities and activities through which our students thrive. NLCS Dubai offers a rich and vibrant extra-curricular provision across music, drama, sports, the creative arts, service and beyond. Local and international trips, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and learning outside of the classroom. This enables students to challenge themselves, broaden their perspectives, and it also fosters a greater understanding of the local culture of the UAE. Throughout the year, highlights of our calendar include large-scale theatrical productions, concerts, art exhibitions and festivals, sports competitions and games. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Our state-of-the-art 38,000 square metre campus has been designed by educators to provide the best possible learning experience for our boys and girls and a close community feel. Our large, bright classrooms are equipped with the latest technologies. When at capacity, the School will offer 13 science laboratories, and already boasts premium IT facilities, a state-of-the-art performing arts centre, libraries, a large dining hall, social areas, specialists classrooms. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Tennis courts, basketball court, cricket/rugby field, climbing wall, 8 lane indoor swimming pool and a separate early years pool, indoor sports hall. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
North London Collegiate School Dubai combines an ambitious academic education with pastoral care that truly values each individual, and a range of extra-curricular activities that caters for all possible interests and talents.
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| Teaching approach of the school |
We recruit the best teachers from around the world: they are highly qualified and inspire their students to discover a love of learning that will last a lifetime. Teachers are carefully selected for their commitment to their subject and their expertise. They encourage students to explore beyond the curriculum and discover their own passion. The School feels vibrant and purposeful, with warm respectful relationships developed between staff and students and among students themselves. It is a place where everyone is encouraged to have confidence in their abilities, to believe in themselves, to take risks and to stretch themselves beyond what they thought possible. |
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