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Designed by local architectural firm Lydon Lynch, Halifax Independent School is a welcoming, bright, two-story structure set on almost two acres of landscaped grounds including two playgrounds, a playing field, and picnic area. It sits comfortably in Halifax's residential west end, and is easily accessible from all areas of HRM.

The building is a teaching model of environmental efficiency, and fulfils the goal of "educating our children through example, by taking responsibility for the environment we share." It is heated with geothermal heat pumps, an innovative technology that eliminates the need for fossil fuels, and is "super insulated" to R20 in the walls and R40 in the roof. Large, energy-efficient windows capture an abundance of natural light, contributing passive solar energy.

As well as ten classrooms and six co-operative workrooms, the special features of this 16,300 square foot building include a double height music room, a library, a lunchroom with a mini-performance stage, and a teaching kitchen. Every room is fully wired for technology, and the common areas are decorated with student artwork.