Halifax Early Childhood School

Halifax Early Childhood School HECS is the oldest established preschool in Halifax. We offer a unique half and full day preschool program for 2 to 5 year old children.

Children are the foundation of our future. At Halifax Early Childhood School (HECS), we provide a unique half-day preschool program for three and four-year old children that builds confidence both socially and academically and helps with the transition to elementary school. We believe that children learn through an environment that enhances the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of the child. Our program is designed to encourage and stimulate natural curiosity and develop a feeling of self-worth and respect for others. Activities such as music, drama, art and field trips help children learn to relate to peers and adults and gain confidence through success. The school is located in a large, cheerful space with a main playroom and several additional rooms for special activities. We promote physical fitness year round and are fortunate to have a shaded outdoor playground, which is used throughout the year. We believe that all children learn best in a diverse, collective and supportive environment. We are an inclusive preschool and our staff members are trained to accommodate children with special needs or allergies. We provide the opportunity for all the children in our school to reach their full potential.

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๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ‚ A simple little way to remind children just how loved and valued they are. Fill the branches with kind words, compliments and all the wonderful things that make them uniquely them. ๐Ÿ‚โœจ

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08/23/2026

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LIKE the photo and comment "CALM" and we will send you a message with a link to a free PDF of this resource.

FREE CALM DOWN WHEEL FOR CHILDREN: PRINTABLE COPING TOOL

Big feelings can make it hard for children to know what to do next. This printable Calm Down Wheel gives them a simple place to start.

It uses clear, child-friendly ideas for moments of worry, anger, sadness, overwhelm, tension, a racing heart or trouble focusing. Children can point to how they feel, then choose one small coping skill to try, like slow breathing, stretching, having a drink of water, writing worries down or hugging a soft toy.

A helpful prompt for the fridge, a calm corner, the classroom or a counselling space. It can make conversations about feelings feel less overwhelming too.

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08/23/2026

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08/22/2026

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08/22/2026

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A child can hear every word you say and still not understand what you need them to do.

Following an instruction requires more than listening. Children need to understand what has been said, remember it, work out what is expected and then act on it. Long or vague instructions can make this much harder.

Phrases like โ€œbehave yourselfโ€, โ€œget readyโ€ or โ€œsort out that messโ€ may seem obvious to an adult, but they can leave a child unsure about exactly what they should do first.

This can be even harder when children are tired, distracted, upset or overwhelmed. What looks like ignoring, refusing or being difficult may sometimes be a child who needs clearer information and a little more time to process it.

Being specific, keeping instructions manageable and telling children what we want them to do can reduce frustration for everyone.

Sometimes, instead of asking "Why arenโ€™t they listening?โ€, a more useful question is:

โ€œHave I made it clear what I need them to do?โ€

FREE BE SPECIFIC WHEN TALKING TO CHILDREN POSTER

LIKE the photo and comment "TALK" and we will send you a message with a link to a free PDF of this resource.

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08/22/2026

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I think we all have something to learn from this quote! (thank you, )

Teaching kids to embrace every kind of weather is one of the greatest gifts we can give them. Learning the fun of a rainy day helps kids grow resilient, adaptable, and open to finding beauty anywhere!

Who would want to stay indoors when there are puddles to jump in, mud to squelch, and wind to blow our bad moods away?

Address

5498 Inglis Street
Halifax, NS
B3H1J8

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(902) 422-4562

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