Child Care

The school day at Halifax Independent runs from 9:00 to 3:15pm (3:35 for Middle School). Children are supervised from 8:30 to 3:15pm (3:35 for Middle School), lunchtime included. All children in the Pre-Primary and Elementary school have a half hour "snack" time in the mornings and a one hour lunch time. On both breaks children have an opportunity to play outside. Middle Schoolers have a 15 minute break in the morning and a one hour lunch period. Optional hot lunches are served several days per week at a small additional cost.

In addition, the following programmes are offered:

Early Morning Care 8 am - 8:30 a.m., Monday through Friday (except on school holidays)
After School Care 3:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (except on school holidays)
Parent Teacher Conference Full day of childcare
Inservice Day Childcare 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. on every Inservice Day

The aim of these childcare programmes is to provide an environment consistent with the goals of the school. The focus is on developing social skills, independence, cooperation and respect for oneself and others. The programmes are recreation-based and often involve the adventure of an off-site activity. Childcare staff are selected for their training, skills, experience and love of children. Parental input and participation is encouraged.