London · NW9 6HB
North London Grammar School is a small, independent coed all-through with boarding provision, serving pupils from age 4 through the sixth form. Located in the NW9 postcode, it offers a traditional grammar school curriculum with entry points throughout primary and secondary. As an unranked school without recent Ofsted inspection, it operates as a more boutique alternative to the larger independent day schools in North London.
Who thrives here
Families valuing boarding education or seeking a smaller community feel; pupils who benefit from closer pastoral oversight and those entering at non-standard entry ages.
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110 Colindeep Lane
London
NW9 6HB
Nearest stations
Day fees at North London Grammar School are approximately £13,500 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
North London Grammar School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
At North London Grammar School, 47% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
North London Grammar School offers boarding as well as day places.
Ofsted rated North London Grammar School “Inadequate” (2023).
Frequently praised
✓Small community fostering strong pastoral relationships
✓Boarding provision offering structured home-away-from-home
✓Flexibility of multiple entry points throughout the school
Common concerns
!Lack of recent Ofsted inspection limiting external validation of standards
!Limited public information making due diligence difficult for prospective families