Halifax Grammar School

The school is on a single campus at 945 Tower Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 2Y2, in the South End of Halifax, within walking distance of Dalhousie University and across the street from Saint Mary's University.

Junior Primary (Age 4) through Senior School (Grade 12), all on one campus.

Independent, co-educational day school.

Learning Support and Well-being is provided in the Prep School, including a Learning Strategist who supports students with individualized strategies, small-group interventions and curriculum adaptations; literacy development and mathematics support are prioritized, and social-emotional well-being is addressed through differentiated instruction and programs such as Zones of Regulation.

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Application & Admission Fees

- Application fee: No separate, standalone application fee is listed; the admission process requires the one-time Admission Fee and the enrolment deposit described below.
- Admission Fee (one-time, non-refundable): CAD 4,000. This fee is required for each of the first two children in a family and is payable by June 30 or immediately upon enrolment thereafter.
- Enrolment deposit (payable on acceptance; non-refundable): CAD 2,000. This deposit is applied to first-term fees and applies to new and returning families. Parents must confirm re-enrolment by March 6 each year.

Annual Tuition by Year Group (2026–2027)

- Junior Primary (age 4): CAD 18,500 per year.
- Senior Primary – Grade 6: CAD 22,140 per year.
- Grade 7 – Grade 12: CAD 25,000 per year.

Per-term and instalment detail

- Standard term schedule: three term payments (August, November, February). Term payments incur a 3% administrative fee. Monthly payment plan is available and incurs a 6% administrative fee. One lump-sum payment is also accepted without the instalment surcharge. When using term or monthly plans, the enrolment deposit of CAD 2,000 is applied to the first term. Interest of 1.5% per month (18% per annum) is charged on accounts over 30 days past due.
- Example instalment calculation: for parents who choose equal three-term instalments (before instalment fees), divide the annual tuition by three (for example, Grade 7–12: CAD 25,000 / 3 = CAD 8,333.33 per term) and then apply the stated 3% term-plan fee to that instalment if paying by term. The CAD 2,000 enrolment deposit is credited toward the first term. (This per-term number is a straightforward division of the published annual tuition and reflects the school's three-term schedule; the administrative surcharge and deposit rules above apply.)

Discounts

- Sibling discounts: 5% for the second, younger child; 10% for the third and each subsequent younger child.

Boarding

- Boarding: Not applicable. Halifax Grammar School is an independent day school (Junior Primary through Grade 12).

Additional and Ancillary Fees

- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma surcharge: approximately CAD 1,000 in additional, cumulative costs over Grades 11 and 12 (tax-deductible; T2202 slips issued annually).
- English as an Additional Language (EAL): CAD 7,000 per year for 2026–2027 when EAL enrolment is required. EAL placement is determined by assessment; continuation is reviewed annually.
- Incidental/optional costs that vary by grade and student: school trips, specific athletic costs, and similar activity charges. These are billed as required to the incidental account.
- After School Program (Junior Primary to Grade 7): Full-time (five days/week) CAD 3,010 per year; Part-time CAD 630 per day-of-week for the year. A non-refundable ASP registration deposit of CAD 100 per child is required to hold a space. ASP charges are billed to the student incidental account. Drop-in service is not available; spaces are committed for the full academic year once registered.
- Uniform and Grammar Gear: Official uniform spending is typically CAD 440 or less annually for required uniform items. Grammar-branded clothing (‘Grammar Gear') is required on certain days and is available through the school's supplier. Additional optional spirit items (backpacks, hoodies, etc.) are available for separate purchase.

Refunds & Non-Refundable Items

- Admission Fee: non-refundable.
- Enrolment deposit: non-refundable and applied to first-term fees.
- After School Program registration deposit: non-refundable (CAD 100 per child).
- Other refundable or pro-rated tuition matters are governed by the school's standard finance and enrolment policies; interest and late-payment penalties apply as stated above.

Billing Schedule, Payment Terms & Methods

- Billing and payment timing: the school offers the following payment schedules—one lump-sum, three term instalments (August, November, February), or monthly instalments. The three-term option carries a 3% fee; the monthly option carries a 6% fee. The enrolment deposit is payable on acceptance and is applied to first-term fees. Accounts more than 30 days overdue incur interest at 1.5% per month (18% per annum). Re-enrolment confirmation deadline: March 6 each year.
- Accepted payment methods: online bill payment, pre-authorized debit (PAD), cheque, and wire transfer.

Summary (key numeric items)

- Annual tuition: Junior Primary CAD 18,500; Senior Primary–Grade 6 CAD 22,140; Grade 7–12 CAD 25,000.
- Admission Fee (one-time, non-refundable): CAD 4,000. Enrolment deposit (non-refundable): CAD 2,000.
- EAL (if required) for 2026–2027: CAD 7,000/year. IB Diploma additional cost: approx. CAD 1,000 over two years. ASP full-time CAD 3,010/year; part-time CAD 630 per day-of-week per year; ASP deposit CAD 100 per child (non-refundable). Uniform typically CAD 440 or less.