Admission Criteria
Requirements by Grade Level
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Enter your child's date of birth to find the appropriate grade level.
| Age on entry | Grade |
|---|---|
| 1 yr | Crèche |
| 2 yrs | Nursery 1 |
| 3 yrs | Nursery 2 |
| 4 yrs | KG 1 |
| 5 yrs | KG 2 |
| 6 yrs | Basic 1 |
| 7 yrs | Basic 2 |
| 8 yrs | Basic 3 |
| 9 yrs | Basic 4 |
| 10 yrs | Basic 5 |
| 11 yrs | Basic 6 |
| 12 yrs | JHS 1 |
| 13 yrs | JHS 2 |
| 14 yrs | JHS 3 |
Crèche
Age: 6 months - 2 years
Required Documents
Birth certificate (original & copy)
Immunization records
4 passport-sized photographs
Parent/Guardian ID copy
Application Fee
GHS 100.00
Assessment Exams Fee
GHS 0.00
Nursery 1-2
Age: 2 - 3 years
Required Documents
Birth certificate (original & copy)
Immunization records
4 passport-sized photographs
Parent/Guardian ID copy
Application Fee
GHS 100.00
Assessment Exams Fee
GHS 0.00
KG 1-2
Age: 4 - 5 years
Required Documents
Birth certificate (original & copy)
Immunization records
4 passport-sized photographs
Parent/Guardian ID copy
Previous school report (if applicable)
Readiness assessment
Application Fee
GHS 100.00
Assessment Exams Fee
GHS 75.00
Lower Primary (Class 1-3)
Age: 6 - 8 years
Required Documents
Birth certificate (original & copy)
Immunization records
4 passport-sized photographs
Parent/Guardian ID copy
Previous school reports (last 2 years)
Transfer letter from previous school
Entrance examination
Application Fee
GHS 100.00
Assessment Exams Fee
GHS 100.00
Upper Primary (Class 4-6)
Age: 9 - 12 years
Required Documents
Birth certificate (original & copy)
Immunization records
4 passport-sized photographs
Parent/Guardian ID copy
Previous school reports (last 2 years)
Transfer letter from previous school
Entrance examination
Application Fee
GHS 100.00
Assessment Exams Fee
GHS 100.00
JHS Level (JHS 1-3)
Age: 12 - 15 years
Required Documents
Birth certificate (original & copy)
Immunization records
4 passport-sized photographs
Parent/Guardian ID copy
BECE results or Basic 6 report
Previous school reports (last 2 years)
Transfer letter from previous school
Entrance examination
Interview with learner
Application Fee
GHS 100.00
Assessment Exams Fee
GHS 150.00
Assessment Examination Details
Assessment details update automatically based on the grade card selected above.
International Learners
Additional requirements for international applicants:
- Valid passport copy
- Learner visa/permit
- Translated academic records
- English proficiency test (if applicable)
Transfer Learners
Requirements for learners transferring from other schools:
- Transfer certificate
- Good conduct certificate
- Last 2 years academic records
- Reason for transfer letter
Special Needs Support
NLIS welcomes learners with special needs:
- Individual Education Plans (IEP)
- Learning support assistance
- Assessment documentation required
- Parent consultation meetings
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