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Sacred Heart School of Halifax

Canada, Halifax

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees CA$16,650 - 23,290
Ages 4 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1849
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, Spanish
Typical class size 8
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Sacred Heart School of Halifax is an independent private day school serving ages 4 to 18 on a central Halifax campus at 5820 Spring Garden Road. The school delivers Canadian curricula with Advanced Placement options for first‑year university credit and a dedicated University Preparation program, supported by English as an Additional Language services in the Senior School. Learning follows the Diamond Model of Education, with a co‑educational Elementary School (JP–Grade 6) and Junior High, and a single‑gender Senior School (Grades 7–9) with a co‑ed Senior High (10–12). The Elementary program includes an Enhanced French Program in Grades 1–2 and daily core French in Grades 3–6. Facilities include a theatre, two gyms, a library, a university partnerships library with English and French databases, and a modern playground. A broad co‑curricular program emphasizes leadership, social justice, and global perspectives, and offers exchanges and online courses. Programs feature small classes and experienced faculty.

www.shsh.ca

5820 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1X8, Canada

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The Essentials

Sacred Heart School of Halifax has typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English.

Location
5820 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1X8, Canada. The campus is in the heart of Halifax. It is described as an iconic campus in the city.

Stages
Diamond model: Elementary School JP-Grade 6 is co-educational; Junior High for Grades 10-12 is co-educational; Senior School for Grades 7-9 is single-gender.

Type
Independent private day school; Elementary and Junior High are co-educational; Senior School is single-gender.

Additional learning support
Learning strategists provide support for students requiring resources or enrichment, delivered in one-on-one or small-group settings to help students be successful.

Country affiliation
Canada

Religious affiliation
Catholic

School day structure
Doors open at 8:00am; the school day begins at 8:30am. Junior Primary is dismissed between 2:00pm and 3:15pm; Grades Primary, 1 and 2 dismiss at 3:15pm; Grades 3 to 6 dismiss at 3:30pm. After School Program runs daily until 5:30pm (JP–2 dismiss at 3:15pm; Grades 3–6 at 3:30pm).
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Sacred Heart School of Halifax ranges from CAD 16,650 to CAD 23,290 for 2026/27.

Overview (2026–27)

All fees below are stated in Canadian dollars (CAD). The school offers three main tuition levels: Junior Primary, Elementary (Primary–Grade 6), and Senior School (Grades 7–12).

Application and Admission fees
- Application Fee: CAD 0 (no application fee).
- One-time Admission Fee (new students, Primary–Grade 12): CAD 3,000 due August 1 or prior to attending in the case of late enrollment. This one-time admission fee is applied to each child for the first two children enrolled per family and is waived for Junior Primary and for third and subsequent children under the school's family policy.

Enrollment deposit (new students)
- Enrollment deposit: CAD 1,000 payable when the enrollment contract is completed. This deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable. Of the CAD 1,000 deposit, CAD 900 is applied against tuition and CAD 100 is an administration fee.

2026–27 Tuition fees (Domestic students) — by school level
- Junior Primary: CAD 16,650 (total under the published 2026–27 Financial Guide payment schedule).
- Elementary School (Primary–Grade 6): CAD 21,135 (total under the published 2026–27 Financial Guide payment schedule).
- Senior School (Grades 7–12): CAD 23,290 (total under the published 2026–27 Financial Guide payment schedule).

Payment plans, per-term and installment details
- Single payment plan (no administration fee):
- Enrollment deposit CAD 1,000 upon contract signing; balance due July 1. Example balances for July 1, 2026: Junior Primary CAD 15,650; Elementary CAD 20,135; Senior CAD 22,290 (total equals the amounts listed above).
- Two-payment plan (CAD 300 administration fee):
- Enrollment deposit CAD 1,000 on contract signing; first payment due July 1 and second payment due November 30. Example first/second payment amounts (July 1 / Nov 30, 2026): Junior Primary CAD 7,975 / CAD 7,975; Elementary CAD 10,218 / CAD 10,218; Senior CAD 11,295 / CAD 11,295. Total for each level includes the CAD 300 administration fee.
- Ten-payment plan (CAD 600 administration fee):
- Enrollment deposit CAD 1,000 on contract signing; monthly payments from July 1, 2026 through April 1, 2027. Example monthly payments: Junior Primary CAD 1,625; Elementary CAD 2,074; Senior CAD 2,298. Total for each level includes the CAD 600 administration fee.

Mid-year enrollment and prorating
- Tuition for students who enroll after the school year begins is prorated: a full month is charged for start dates on or before the 15th of the month; a half-month is charged for start dates after the 15th. The one-time admission fee applies for students in Grades Primary–12 when applicable.

Family discounts and scholarships
- Family discount: CAD 750 credit against the second child's tuition; CAD 1,000 discount for the third and any subsequent child's tuition.
- Scholarships and bursary support are available (merit scholarships for Grades 7–12 and need-based bursaries for Primary–12) and will be reflected on invoices when awarded. Payment-plan totals and invoices reflect any applied scholarships or tuition assistance.

Additional mandatory and optional fees
- English as an Additional Language (EAL) fees (when EAL support is required): Grades Primary–6: CAD 2,000; Grades 7–12: CAD 9,000 (added to the student's account when EAL support is required).
- School uniform (approximate cost): Junior Primary–Grade 6: CAD 400–600; Grades 7–12: CAD 500–700. A second-hand uniform sale is run by the Parents' Guild annually.
- After-School Program (JP–6): CAD 5.50 per half hour or part thereof (billed monthly). Complimentary care windows are noted for specific early years; after-school program fees apply beyond complimentary periods. After-school day camp rate: CAD 80 per day. A CAD 75 school supplies fee is added for Grades Primary–6.
- Field trips and activities: compulsory local travel and activities are included in tuition; activities outside Nova Scotia incur additional fees based on travel and activity.

Boarding and homestay
- The school does not offer a boarding program. International students are placed with Canadian host families through a managed Homestay program; homestay is arranged and overseen by a professional partner (host family accommodation is provided for a stipend paid to host families). There are no boarding fees; homestay arrangements and any related fees or stipends are managed through the homestay program partner.

Refund and cancellation specifics
- The enrollment deposit (CAD 1,000) is non-refundable and non-transferable. Tuition for students who join mid-year is prorated as described above. Other refund and cancellation details are handled according to the enrollment contract and Business Office terms.

Billing schedule, payment terms, penalties, and receipts
- Billing schedule: families select a payment plan when completing the enrollment contract and must notify the Business Office by July 1 to change plans prior to the school year. Due dates under each plan are specified (see Single, Two-, and Ten-payment plans above).
- Accepted payment methods: online bill payment from a Canadian bank account (recurring payments can be set up), cheque or bank draft made payable to SACRED HEART SCHOOL OF HALIFAX, and credit card via the school billing portal (a 2.6% credit-card processing fee applies to credit-card payments). A CAD 45 fee applies to returned payments (NSF).
- Late payments: accounts 30 days or more in arrears are charged interest at 1% per month (12% annually). Overdue accounts may result in withholding of report cards and transcripts, suspension, or declined future enrollment until the account is settled. Families with accounts in arrears as of April 30 will not receive report cards or transcripts until the account is paid in full.
- Tax receipts: receipts for eligible child-care and other items are issued by the Business Office in February; Junior Primary tuition and After-School Program fees have specified tax receipt treatments.

Summary of key amounts (CAD)
- Application Fee: CAD 0.
- Admission Fee (one-time, new students P–12): CAD 3,000.
- Enrollment deposit (new students): CAD 1,000 (non-refundable; CAD 900 toward tuition + CAD 100 admin).
- Tuition (total, 2026–27): Junior Primary CAD 16,650; Elementary CAD 21,135; Senior CAD 23,290.
- EAL fees (if required): Grades P–6 CAD 2,000; Grades 7–12 CAD 9,000. Uniforms approx. CAD 400–700 depending on level. After-School Program CAD 5.50 per half hour; camps CAD 80/day. Field trips outside Nova Scotia may incur additional charges.
Academics

Sacred Heart School of Halifax teaches Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
Diamond Model of Education with a co-ed Elementary School (JP–Grade 6) and Junior High, and a single-gender Senior School (Grades 7–9) with a co-ed Senior High (Grades 10–12). The Elementary School provides age-appropriate French instruction, including an Enhanced French Program in Grades 1–2 with daily instruction in both English and French and a daily core French class in Grades 3–6. The Senior School offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses for first-year university credit and a University Preparation program, with English as an Additional Language support. The program emphasizes leadership, social justice, and a broad co-curricular program, including exchange programs and online courses, with small classes and experienced faculty.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes.

Higher Education Progression
Advanced Placement (AP) courses provide first-year university credit, and a University Preparation program guides post-secondary planning.

Gifted and Talented
Enrichment Program with Differentiated Teaching and Learning and Enrichment Clusters; Advanced Placement courses offer higher-level study.
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Admissions

Admissions
Four simple steps compose the admissions process: Get To Know Us; Apply; Upload Required Documents; Book Your Child's Assessment.

Get To Know Us: Families begin by contacting the Admissions Office to learn about Sacred Heart School of Halifax. They may submit an inquiry, book a tour, attend an event, or call the Admissions Office. A visit can be arranged if a visit has not yet occurred.

Apply: Submit an online application. There is no cost to apply. After the application is received, the Admissions Office will contact the family to arrange a tour if a visit has not occurred and to schedule an appointment for the child's assessment.

Upload Required Documents: Upload the required documents through the application portal using the grade-specific checklist. Junior Primary and Primary require a copy of the child's birth certificate or passport. Grade 1-12 require a birth certificate or passport, final report cards from the past two academic years, the most recent report card if applicable, the teacher recommendation form, and the completed student profile.

Book Your Child's Assessment: All prospective students must complete an assessment to determine academic eligibility and mission alignment. If English is not the student's first language, an English Proficiency Assessment may also be required. Grades 1-9 have a visiting day and/or on-campus assessment, with online assessment available for those outside Halifax; Grades 10-12 complete the ISEE on campus, with online assessment for those outside Halifax. A member of the Admissions Team will be in touch with the outcome of your application; if accepted, a formal letter of acceptance is issued and a deposit is required to hold the spot.

Scholarships
The school uses a Bursary Fund to provide needs-based tuition assistance. Current Sacred Heart families and new families whose child is accepted and enrolled for the coming school year can apply for tuition assistance through the Bursary Fund. The amount per scholarship ranges from $500 to $3,000 and is applied as a reduction of tuition fees. A Financial Guide outlines payment plans, enrollment contracts, and potential additional costs of the program.
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