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About Shambhala School Pre-Primary (The)
Shambhala School Pre-Primary (now listed on its website as **Hydrostone Academy** Pre-Primary) describes its approach as **nurturing, play-based, and holistic**, with an emphasis on arts, academics, mindfulness, outdoor education, community-building, and culturally sustaining learning. It serves **3- and 4-year-olds** in a licensed pre-primary setting.[1] Notable features include its **small classes**, a focus on children feeling safe and secure, and a broader **five-pillar approach** that includes mindfulness, outdoor education, community, arts education, and culturally sustaining academics. The school also offers **camp programmes**, and its site notes an after-school care option in the context of its pre-primary offering.[1][4]
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Is Shambhala School Pre-Primary (The) in HALIFAX, NS licensed?
Yes. Shambhala School Pre-Primary (The) holds an active childcare license issued by NS EECD (Department of Education and Early Childhood Development). All providers listed on MapleCub are verified against NS EECD's public licensing database.
What ages does Shambhala School Pre-Primary (The) serve?
Shambhala School Pre-Primary (The) serves children in the HALIFAX, NS area. Contact the center directly for age group availability.
Does Shambhala School Pre-Primary (The) accept the CWELCC / ACFB childcare subsidy?
Shambhala School Pre-Primary (The) does not currently list CWELCC / ACFB acceptance on MapleCub. Contact the center directly to confirm — some providers accept subsidies without it being noted in our database. Use MapleCub's subsidy filter to find confirmed accepting providers in HALIFAX.
How much does Shambhala School Pre-Primary (The) cost per month?
Shambhala School Pre-Primary (The) has not published tuition rates publicly. Contact the center directly for current pricing. Nova Scotia families may qualify for CWELCC / ACFB subsidies and federal childcare tax credits that can significantly reduce costs.
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