In 1979, Lahore Grammar School opened its doors to a handful of students with 55 Main established as its first branch. We’ve come a long way since then! From the very beginning, however, the philosophy of the school has been to combine collaborative learning, critical and logical thinking skills and a diverse co-curricular program to help create a more balanced, well-rounded individual, with interests and ideas, a questioning mind and a genuine love for learning.
Today, Lahore Grammar School provides education to girls till A Level. It has extended its network to cater to the needs of the middle income group in its Landmark Schools. LGS has branches in Islamabad, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Multan, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Faisalabad and Gujrat. It offers quality education to the low-income group through the Lahore Education Society School, entirely supported and funded by LGS. However, please note that this website caters only to schools under the stewardship of Director and Principal, Mrs. Nasrene Shah- namely LGS 31 FCC, LGS 30 Main and LGS 55 Main.
About LGS
Welcome to Senior School! We take great pride in the fact that we offer one of the broadest range of GCSE subject choices in Pakistan. Along with a renowned Science Department, a strong Liberal Arts Department with subjects such as Global Perspectives, World Affairs and English Literature, are the cornerstone of our program. These three years are particularly important as students sit their O Levels at the end of year 11. In Senior School, our aim is to help our girls discover their areas of interest and talent so that they may become well-rounded and well-informed individuals who are able to rationalize their thoughts, formulate opinions, make arguments and complement them with vigor and determination.
INTERNATIONAL EXPOSURE
At LGS 55 Main, we believe in learning through a rich diversity of experiences beyond the classroom. With ever increasing technological advances and economic and social interdependence, the world has transformed into a global village. Providing exposure plays an integral part in fulfilling our aim of developing and nurturing global citizens. Whether a Model UN conference, NASA Space Competition, camp at the Seeds of Peace headquarters, a cultural exchange, or simply a recreational trip, we facilitate and provide endless adventures and opportunities for our students to travel and gain international exposure.
Hover over the red dots to learn more about our experiences!
ADMISSIONS
Could 55 Main be right for you? We seek to admit optimistic, energetic, and engaged students who are ready to take advantage of the world of endless opportunities and challenges we provide to our students. 55 Main offers a rigorous yet flexible curriculum enriched by a wide variety of interdisciplinary courses and activities.
To apply to our branch, parents must visit the school with all required documents to complete the Admission Application Form. If we think you are the right fit, the School Office will get in touch with you regarding relevant Admission Tests.
In Class 8, the curriculum includes:
SUBJECTS
English Language and Literature
Urdu Language and Literature
Mathematics
General Science
Pakistan History (IGCSE 0448/01)
Pakistan Geography (IGCSE 0448/02)
Islamiyat (IGCSE 0493)
Punjabi
Art
Information Technology
Global Perspectives
Singing
Dance
Games
At this stage, all subjects are compulsory. Starting in Class 9, students may choose some of their subjects.
The compulsory curriculum for Class 9 includes:
English Language and Literature
First Language Urdu (O Level 3247)
Mathematics (IGCSE 0580)
Pakistan History (IGCSE 0448/01)
Pakistan Geography (IGCSE 0448/02)
Islamiyat (IGCSE 0493)
World History
Singing
Dance
Games
The elective subject choices available to Class 9 are broken into three groups:
Group 1: Physics (IGCSE 0625) or Additional Mathematics (IGCSE 0606) or Environmental Management (IGCSE 0680)
Group 2: Chemistry (IGCSE 0620) or Art and Design (IGCSE 0400) or World Geography (IGCSE 0460)
Group 3: Biology (IGCSE 0610) or ICT (IGCSE 0417) /CS (IGCSE 0417) or Sociology (IGCSE 0495)
Students are required to choose one subject from each group given above. If Art, ICT or Add Maths clash with another subject a student wishes to take, extra classes may be made available after school if at least 12 students wish to take the respective subject. Students may not be allowed to drop out of after school classes once they have been scheduled.
At the beginning of Class 10, students must finalise a minimum of 8 O-Level subjects. Compulsory subjects at this stage are:
First Language English (IGCSE 0500)
First Language Urdu (O Level 3247)
Mathematics (IGCSE 0580)
Pakistan History (IGCSE 0448/01)
Pakistan Geography (IGCSE 0448/02)
Islamiyat (IGCSE 0493)
In addition to the elective subjects offered in Class 9, Literature in English (IGCSE 0475), World History (IGCSE 0470) and Global Perspectives (IGCSE 0457) are available to Class 10 students as free-floating subjects that can be taken with any combination. To encourage that students develop some part of the strong thinking and communication skills that these three subjects help with, those who do not opt for these subjects as exam courses are enrolled in a mix of non-assessed Literature, non-assessed World History, and non-assessed Critical Thinking courses.
Our students appear for Cambridge exams in Pakistan Studies and Islamiyat at the end of Class 10 and for the remainder of their subjects at the end of Class 11. We are keenly aware of our responsibility to prepare students with the requisite skills and knowledge for these qualifications.
Most colleges, both in Pakistan and abroad, require student transcripts from Class 9 onwards, so it is very important that students approach these three years with seriousness. Students must sit for at least 8 subjects (5 compulsory and 3 elective) for their O Level examination in order to be eligible for the equivalency certificate from the Inter-Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC). We do not encourage students with foreign passports to exempt themselves from Pakistan Studies, Urdu or Islamiyat. Those determined to do so should refer to this document.
Any parent or student seeking additional information or advice on subject choices should make an appointment with Student Advising at the following email address: [email protected]
