All students will be assessed for their suitability to attend NLCS Jeju. We aim to ensure that the school is the right fit for your child and that they will be happy and able to settle well here.
Students must be registered at least three weeks prior to their chosen Assessment Day. Assessment Days are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Optional group tours are also available on the day of assessment at 2:00 pm.
Once all assessment elements are completed for your child, we will endeavour to inform you of the decision as soon as possible. However, we kindly ask that you allow one to two weeks to receive the outcome email.
If a student’s assessments take place on more than one day, the first part of their assessment will be reviewed and on occasion students may be told they cannot proceed to the second part of the assessment due to the outcome of the first part. This process helps avoid unnecessary continuation of assessment for students who are unlikely to receive an offer.
Admissions Assessment Details by Year Group
Mathematics Written Test
English Written Test
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Reception
BASE Test
The BASE assessment is a cognitive ability test that evaluates students’ proficiency in English and Mathematics, as well as their cognitive and comprehension skills, to determine their readiness to successfully engage with the Junior School curriculum at NLCS Jeju.
Class Observation
Students participate in a class appropriate to their year group, allowing for a holistic assessment of their English proficiency, adaptability to classroom settings, behavioral development, and social interaction skills.
Year 1 & Year 2
English and Mathematics Written Tests
The assessment evaluates students’ English (reading, listening, speaking, and writing) and mathematics proficiency to determine their academic readiness for the Junior School curriculum at NLCS Jeju.
Class Observation
Students participate in a class appropriate to their year group, allowing for a holistic assessment of their English proficiency, adaptability to classroom settings, behavioral development, and social interaction skills.
Year 3
1st Stage
CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test or MAP Growth
Students can choose either the CAT4 or MAP Growth. CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test assesses students’ verbal reasoning, logical thinking, memory, and processing speed, helping to identify those with strong academic potential. And the MAP Growth test measures students’ academic achievement and growth in Mathematics, Reading, Language Arts, and Science.
PTE English Test
Evaluates age-appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension to determine whether students are equipped to access the NLCS Jeju curriculum.
2nd Stage
Online 1:1 English Interview
Through a one-on-one online English interview, students are assessed on their speaking, listening, reading comprehension, analytical thinking, and discussion skills on current issues. Based on this comprehensive evaluation, we determine whether the applicant possesses the English proficiency and academic potential suitable for NLCS Jeju and select students who align with the school’s educational philosophy.
Year 4 & Year 5
1st Stage
CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test or MAP Growth
Students can choose either the CAT4 or MAP Growth. CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test assesses students’ verbal reasoning, logical thinking, memory, and processing speed, helping to identify those with strong academic potential. And the MAP Growth test measures students’ academic achievement and growth in Mathematics, Reading, Language Arts, and Science.
PTE English Test
Evaluates age-appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension to determine whether students are equipped to access the NLCS Jeju curriculum.
PTM Mathematics Test
Evaluates mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills appropriate to the applicant’s year group to determine readiness to access the NLCS Jeju curriculum.
2nd Stage
Online 1:1 English Interview
Through a one-on-one online English interview, students are assessed on their speaking, listening, reading comprehension, analytical thinking, and discussion skills on current issues. Based on this comprehensive evaluation, we determine whether the applicant possesses the English proficiency and academic potential suitable for NLCS Jeju and select students who align with the school’s educational philosophy.
Year 6 to Year 9
1st Stage
CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test or MAP Growth
Students can choose either the CAT4 or MAP Growth. CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test assesses students’ verbal reasoning, logical thinking, memory, and processing speed, helping to identify those with strong academic potential. And the MAP Growth test measures students’ academic achievement and growth in Mathematics, Reading, Language Arts, and Science.
PTM Mathematics Test
Evaluates mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills appropriate to the applicant’s year group to determine readiness to access the NLCS Jeju curriculum.
Pearson English Level Test
Assesses students’ overall English proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and listening at a level appropriate to their year group to ensure they are equipped to successfully access NLCS Jeju’s integrated curriculum.
2nd Stage
Online 1:1 English Interview
Through a one-on-one online English interview, students are assessed on their speaking, listening, reading comprehension, analytical thinking, and discussion skills on current issues. Based on this comprehensive evaluation, we determine whether the applicant possesses the English proficiency and academic potential suitable for NLCS Jeju and select students who align with the school’s educational philosophy.
Year 10
1st Stage
CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test
Students in Year 10 and above are required to take the CAT4. CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test assesses students’ verbal reasoning, logical thinking, memory, and processing speed, helping to identify those with strong academic potential.
PTM Mathematics Test
Evaluates mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills appropriate to the applicant’s year group to determine readiness to access the NLCS Jeju curriculum.
Pearson English Level Test
Assesses students’ overall English proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and listening at a level appropriate to their year group to ensure they are equipped to successfully access NLCS Jeju’s integrated curriculum.
2nd Stage
Online 1:1 English Interview
Through a one-on-one online English interview, students are assessed on their speaking, listening, reading comprehension, analytical thinking, and discussion skills on current issues. Based on this comprehensive evaluation, we determine whether the applicant possesses the English proficiency and academic potential suitable for NLCS Jeju and select students who align with the school’s educational philosophy.
Year 12
1st Stage
CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test
Students in Year 10 and above are required to take the CAT4. CAT4 Cognitive Ability Test assesses students’ verbal reasoning, logical thinking, memory, and processing speed, helping to identify those with strong academic potential.
Pearson English Level Test
Assesses students’ overall English proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and listening at a level appropriate to their year group to ensure they are equipped to successfully access NLCS Jeju’s integrated curriculum.
Mathematics Written Test
Designed by the Head of Mathematics, this test evaluates students’ mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills appropriate to their year group to determine suitability for admission.
English Written Test
Designed by the Head of English, this test assesses students’ reading comprehension and writing skills at a level appropriate to their year group to support the admissions decision.
2nd Stage
Online 1:1 English Interview
Through a one-on-one online English interview, students are assessed on their speaking, listening, reading comprehension, analytical thinking, and discussion skills on current issues. Based on this comprehensive evaluation, we determine whether the applicant possesses the English proficiency and academic potential suitable for NLCS Jeju and select students who align with the school’s educational philosophy.
