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School hours are as follows:
- Pre-School: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
- Primary: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
- JHS: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Gates open at 7:00 AM. After-school care is available upon request for an additional fee.

NLIS follows the Ghana Education Service academic calendar with three terms:
- First Term: September - December
- Second Term: January - April
- Third Term: May - July

Holidays align with national public holidays and GES vacation schedules.

Yes, we have a school canteen that provides nutritious lunch options. Lunch is optional and charged separately. Students may also bring packed lunch from home. Our menu is designed to be balanced and child-friendly.

All students are required to wear the official NLIS uniform. This includes:
- Day uniform for regular classes
- PE/Sports uniform for physical activities
- House colors for inter-house events

Uniforms can be purchased from the school or approved vendors. See our Uniforms page for details.

We maintain open communication through:
- Parent portal/app notifications
- Regular newsletters and circulars
- Parent-teacher meetings (termly)
- WhatsApp groups for urgent updates
- Email communications
- Open-door policy for parent visits

Student safety is our priority. We have:
- Trained security personnel and CCTV monitoring
- Sick bay with qualified nurse
- Regular health screenings
- Fire safety equipment and drills
- Clean and hygienic facilities
- COVID-19 protocols as required
- First aid trained staff

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