In the summer of 2023, we proudly celebrated a historic milestone: the graduation of our inaugural Grade 12 cohort. Their exceptional achievements in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme are a testament to the academic ambition and dedication that underpin every aspect of life at NLCS (Singapore). With an outstanding average score of 38.77, and 47% of students attaining 40 points or more, our students’ results reflect not only individual excellence but the strength of our rigorous academic provision.
IB Diploma Results
- Average = 36.7
- Global Average = 30.58
- Top Score = 45 (Perfect Score)
- 100% pass rate
- 25% of our graduates earned over 40 points
- 65% were awarded the prestigious Bilingual Diploma
- Average = 36.52
- Global Average = 30.32
- 100% pass rate
- Highest score achieved was 43 points out of a maximum of 45
- Average = 38.77
- Global Average = 30
- 47% of our graduates earned 40 points
These results have translated into remarkable university outcomes. Our graduates have secured places at some of the world’s most prestigious institutions, including University College London (UCL), Imperial College London, and the University of California, Berkeley. These offers affirm the global calibre of our students and the effectiveness of our University and Careers Guidance programme in supporting each individual’s aspirations.
As our first cohort steps into the world beyond NLCS (Singapore), we are immensely proud of the academic and personal journeys they have undertaken. Their success sets a powerful precedent and exemplifies the values we hold dear: scholarship, integrity, and the pursuit of excellence.
University Offers
Each year, NLCS (Singapore) students secure offers from a broad range of world-leading universities across multiple regions. These offers reflect not only exceptional academic performance but also the impact of our tailored University and Careers Guidance programme in supporting students to realise their higher education aspirations.
United Kindom
- Cambridge
- Imperial College
- King’s College
- University College London
- London School of Economics in the UK
United States
- UC Berkeley
- Imperial College
- King’s College
- University College London
- London School of Economics in the UK
Canada
- McGill, University of Waterloo,
- University of Toronto
- University of British Columbia in Canada
Australia
- University of Melbourne
- University of New South Wales
Asia
- University of Melbourne
- University of New South Wales
We are delighted to share that a member of the Graduating Class of 2026 has received an early offer to Cornell University to read Biological Sciences. In addition, two students have received offers to the University of Oxford, and a further student has secured an offer from the University of Cambridge, recognising their exceptional academic profiles, intellectual curiosity, and sustained commitment to excellence. These also reflect the depth of preparation and guidance provided through NLCS (Singapore)’s academically ambitious curriculum. Early offers from leading global universities underscore our students’ readiness to thrive in highly competitive, research-led environments and to pursue their aspirations at the very highest level.
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At NLCS (Singapore), academic success also encompasses character, resilience, bilingual proficiency, global readiness, and university admission, emphasising a holistic model of student achievement rather than exam results alone.
With our outstanding IB results, expert guidance, personalised university and careers guidance and emphasis on intellectual curiosity, NLCS (Singapore) prepares students for admission to the world’s top universities. Our graduates leave as confident, compassionate global citizens ready to make a positive impact.
Performance is monitored through continuous assessment, which combines coursework, internal tests, and project work, allowing teachers to track progress and provide timely support.
Yes. In 2025, around 65% of graduates were awarded the prestigious Bilingual Diploma, reflecting strong language and academic performance across the cohort.
NLCS (Singapore)’s IB average scores consistently exceed global averages, showing that its academic outcomes are not just strong locally, but globally competitive and often above benchmark norms.
The recent IB cohorts have achieved impressive results, for example, the 2025 graduates earned an average of 36.7 out of 45, with 100% pass rate and a significant proportion of students scoring over 40 points.
In the 2025 graduating class, over 28% of our students earned 40 points or more, a strong indicator of the academic calibre and rigour of the Senior School programme.
Through a combination of subject-expert teaching, individual mentoring, comprehensive university and careers guidance, and a balanced enrichment programme, NLCS (Singapore) helps each student maximise their potential academically and prepare for higher education.
Students receive guidance from tutors, emotional guidance counsellors, and pastoral staff who teach effective study habits, stress-management techniques, and provide emotional support during examination periods.
Graduates have secured places at top global universities, including leading institutions such as Stamford University, Imperial College London and the University of Cambridge, demonstrating real-world success following the school’s rigorous academic programme and careers guidance services.
Student university destinations, including offers from top global institutions, are featured annually on the website and school communications, highlighting academic success and post-school pathways.
As a selective school, we know that our students are all capable of passing the IB Diploma. In the rare instances where a student has wellbeing or other issues that prevent them from achieving their academic best, we offer highly structured support throughout the course and ensure students and parents are kept updated with progress and guidance on their future options.
