Halifax Grammar School

Canada, Halifax

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Annual Fees

Name	Age	Fee	Track	Conditions
Junior Primary (Age 4)	4	18,500 CAD	Junior Primary	Tuition only: CAD 18,500 per year. One-time admission and enrolment fees apply to the family (see below). Revenue from EAL, IB, ASP, and other ancillary items is separate and billed as applicable.
Grade 1	6	22,140 CAD	Senior Primary (Grades 1–6)	Tuition only: CAD 22,140 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs (EAL, ASP, IB, etc.) billed separately if applicable.
Grade 2	7	22,140 CAD	Senior Primary (Grades 1–6)	Tuition only: CAD 22,140 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs billed separately if applicable.
Grade 3	8	22,140 CAD	Senior Primary (Grades 1–6)	Tuition only: CAD 22,140 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs billed separately if applicable.
Grade 4	9	22,140 CAD	Senior Primary (Grades 1–6)	Tuition only: CAD 22,140 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs billed separately if applicable.
Grade 5	10	22,140 CAD	Senior Primary (Grades 1–6)	Tuition only: CAD 22,140 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs billed separately if applicable.
Grade 6	11	22,140 CAD	Senior Primary (Grades 1–6)	Tuition only: CAD 22,140 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs billed separately if applicable.
Grade 7	12	25,000 CAD	Secondary (Grades 7–12)	Tuition only: CAD 25,000 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs billed separately if applicable.
Grade 8	13	25,000 CAD	Secondary (Grades 7–12)	Tuition only: CAD 25,000 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs billed separately if applicable.
Grade 9	14	25,000 CAD	Secondary (Grades 7–12)	Tuition only: CAD 25,000 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs billed separately if applicable.
Grade 10	15	25,000 CAD	Secondary (Grades 7–12)	Tuition only: CAD 25,000 per year. See one-time fees below; additional costs billed separately if applicable.
Grade 11	16	25,000 CAD	Secondary (Grades 7–12)	Tuition only: CAD 25,000 per year. IB surcharge: CAD 500 (allocated to Grade 11 and Grade 12 as part of the two-year IB cost). See other add-ons below.
Grade 12	17	25,000 CAD	Secondary (Grades 7–12)	Tuition only: CAD 25,000 per year. IB surcharge: CAD 500 (allocated to Grade 11 and Grade 12 as part of the two-year IB cost). See other add-ons below.

Application Fees

Name	Fee	Conditions
Application Fee	0 CAD	No separate, standalone application fee listed; admission process uses Admission Fee and Enrolment Deposit as described.

Enrollment Fees

Name	Fee	Conditions
Enrollment Fee	0 CAD	See Admission Fee and Enrolment Deposit in the One-time Fees section.

Additional Fees

Name	Fee	Conditions
Uniform & Grammar Gear	440 CAD	Official uniform typically CAD 440 or less per year. Grammar Gear and optional items sold separately through the school supplier.
Admission Fee	4,000 CAD	One-time, non-refundable: CAD 4,000. Required for each of the first two children in a family; payable by June 30 or immediately upon enrolment.
IB Diploma surcharge	1,000 CAD	Approximately CAD 1,000 total over Grades 11 and 12. For per-year budgeting, allocate CAD 500 to Grade 11 and CAD 500 to Grade 12.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)	7,000 CAD	If required, CAD 7,000 per year (assessment determines placement; applies to the year the enrolment is required).
Enrolment deposit	2,000 CAD	Non-refundable; CAD 2,000. Applied to first-term fees. Payable on acceptance; re-enrolment confirmation deadline: March 6 each year.
After School Program (ASP)	3,010 CAD	Full-time: CAD 3,010 per year; Part-time: CAD 630 per day per year. ASP registration deposit: CAD 100 per child (non-refundable).

Fee Breakdown

Fees

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.

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees CA$18,500 - 25,000

Ages 4 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 530

Type Co-educational

Opened 1958

Bus Service No

Halifax Grammar School is an independent, co-educational day school in Atlantic Canada serving students from Junior Primary through Grade 12. The school offers the International Baccalaureate programme, with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The campus supports about 600 students on a single site at 945 Tower Road in Halifax, Nova Scotia. In Junior Primary, emergent curriculum guides inquiry-led learning inspired by Reggio Emilia, with projects such as chocolate making from bean to bar, a study of the African Savannah, lessons on owls and habitats, and art as another language. The library anchors the campus, supporting information literacy and academic integrity with a full-time librarian. Athletics include a North Wing Gym and outdoor fields, with rowing for Grades 9–12. Extracurriculars include MUN, band and choir, and a French program. The school emphasizes service, leadership, and wellbeing through grants, mentorship, and a Student Success Team. for students.

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