Daycare & Local schools

Learning together

As a parent in university, it’s important to know that your children are safe, happy, and learning while you’re in class. At Saint Mary’s University, you can keep your kids close by enrolling your little ones in our on-site daycare or your school-age children in one of the many schools in our area.


On-campus daycare

Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with having your children at a quality daycare close to where you study or work. Located in the Edmund Rice Residence,  is open to all students, staff, and faculty, with priority given to those needing full-time care. 

Ages: Three months to five years
Hours: Weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Phone: 902-425-8263


Local schools

There are a number of public and private schools near the University. For your convenience, we’ve listed the public schools in the immediate area. 

Elementary
Inglis Street Elementary School 5985 Inglis St. Phone: 902-421-6758 
Email: ises@staff.ednet.ns.ca

Junior High
Gorsebrook Jr. High School
5966 South St. Phone: 902-421-6758
Email: Admin@gjh.ednet.ns.ca

Senior High
Citadel High School 
1855 Trollope Street
Phone: 902-491-4444 
Email: chs@hrsb.ns.ca

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