About
NLCS Hong Kong is a planned member of the NLCS family of schools, developed with HOEH Group. It intends to offer a British-based curriculum leading to iGCSE and the IB Diploma, with founding students planned for September 2027, subject to Education Bureau approval.
Key facts
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- Managed by NLCS International under contract. See all 6 schools of NLCS International
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Curriculum
British · IGCSE · IB Diploma
Language
English
Type
International school
- Intake
- 9
- Accreditations
- IB
Curriculum and academics
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Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Service
- Performing arts
- Sport
Campus and school life
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After-school activities
- Clubs
- Societies
- Service
- Sport
- Performing arts
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Uniform
Students must wear a complete uniform with a design similar to other NLCS Family schools, suited to the weather.
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House system
Students are known and supported through a network of tutors, Houses and specialist wellbeing teams.
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Governance and ownership
The school is being developed in partnership with HOEH Group and will join the NLCS family of schools. Registration with the Education Bureau is in progress.
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Academics
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Curriculum
Grades 7-8 follow a bespoke British curriculum, grades 9-10 begin iGCSE, and the sixth form is planned to study the IB Diploma Programme.
- British curriculum (Grades 7-8)
- iGCSE (Grades 9-10)
- IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12)
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Exam results
NLCS Hong Kong has no results yet as it is not open. NLCS UK reports an average IB Diploma score of 43.2 points.
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Wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
The school states that a tutor network and specialist wellbeing teams aim to ensure every student is known, valued and supported.
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Safeguarding
Handbooks and policies on child protection and conduct are offered to parents.
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Parent experience
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History
The founding NLCS school in London was established in 1850, and NLCS Hong Kong plans to open in September 2027.
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Community
The school aims for a welcoming, supportive community and connects students to the wider NLCS alumni and family network.
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Extra-curricular activities
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Academic and intellectual
The school offers academic societies as part of its co-curricular programme.
- Academic societies
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Arts and creative
Performing arts opportunities are offered within the co-curricular programme.
- Performing arts
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Social and hobbies
Clubs, societies and sports teams form part of the co-curricular programme.
- Clubs
- Societies
- Sports teams
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Community and service
Service initiatives and community partnerships are part of the school's activities.
- Service initiatives
- Community partnerships
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Leadership and professional
Student leadership opportunities are offered alongside the academic programme.
- Student leadership
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Admissions
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Admissions
Interested families can register their interest through the enquiry form. The 2027 opening is subject to approval.
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Location
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Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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