Academics
Junior Primary (Age 4)
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Junior Primary: First Steps Toward a Bright Future
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Our Junior Primary program offers a warm, personalized foundation for our youngest learners. Grounded in evidence-based, inquiry-driven learning, it encourages curiosity, exploration, and joyful discovery.
Our Junior Primary program offers a warm, personalized foundation for our youngest learners. Grounded in evidence-based, inquiry-driven learning, it encourages curiosity, exploration, and joyful discovery.
In a rich and responsive environment, children investigate topics that matter to them—posing questions, sharing ideas, and engaging in open-ended experiences that nurture creativity, confidence, and critical thinking.
Your child will be supported by a dedicated team of educators, including Early Childhood specialists and teachers in French, Music, and Physical Education, who enrich each day with meaningful and engaging experiences.
Designed with intention, our curriculum supports both academic readiness and social-emotional growth, ensuring a smooth transition into Senior Primary and beyond. At Grammar, learning begins with curiosity, play, and a deep respect for the unique potential of every child.
Outdoor Exploration
Located near parks, museums, and natural spaces, our program makes full use of the local community. Whether discovering salamanders in Point Pleasant Park or exploring Halifax’s cultural spaces, children are immersed in real-world learning that sparks wonder and connection.
Specialist Subjects
Junior Primary students benefit from specialist instruction in French, Music, and Physical Education, enriching their day with a variety of experiences that support the whole child.
STEM
Through playful, hands-on exploration, students investigate the world like young scientists—posing questions, testing ideas, and discovering connections. Early STEM learning begins with curiosity.
Our Teachers
Our teachers, trained in Early Childhood Education, thoughtfully co-construct learning with students, guiding them through meaningful literacy and numeracy experiences that lay the foundation for lifelong learning.
Visit Us
We encourage you to learn more about our Junior Primary Program by scheduling a visit or connecting with our Admissions Team.
