Bedford
Bedford is located just 16.3 km (10.1 mi.) from Halifax, and consists largely of commuters to both Halifax and Dartmouth. Bedford, mostly a well-to-do suburb, is reputed for having many large, expensive homes. Bedford is a waterfront community, at the very tip of the Bedford Basin.
Originally, Bedford was called Sackville, in honour of Lionel Cranfield, Viscount Sackville. The name, Bedford, was established in the mid-1850s, and is named in honour of John Russell, the 4th duke of Bedford. Bedford has since been amalgamated with Dartmouth and Halifax County to make up the Halifax Regional Municipality.
In 2009 homes in Bedford sold for an average price of $286,166 and in 2010 there was a jump in property value with homes selling an average of $333,225.
Community
Bedford is home to a popular walkway, situated along a majority of the Bedford Basin waterfront, as well as an 82 ft (25 m) outdoor pool and smaller splash pool at Lions Park. In summer months, various lakes are considered swimmable. Bedford has two malls, and is home to The Chickenburger, a locally renowned symbol of Bedford. Bedford offers golfing, fishing, various museums and parks amung other activities.
Bedford Days has occurred annually at the end of June and beginning of July for over 30 years. Currently, most events take place at Dewolf Park. There is an Opening Celebration, Rubber Duck Dash, Free pancake breakfast, Dog show, Scott Manor House Tea Party, Kids' Extravaganza, Kids' Triathlon, Movies in the Park and a Canada Day Celebration.
The Light Up Bedford Parade is an annual parade that goes along the Bedford Highway from Bedford Place Mall and ends at Dewolf Park. At the park there is a hot chocolate stand, Christmas carol singing and contests and prizes. At the conclusion of the parade, a Christmas Tree is lit. In addition to bringing the community together to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season, the parade serves as a fundraiser for the Turkey Club Society, which raises funds to ensure all residents of HRM are able to provide a Christmas dinner for their families. The parade takes place on the Sunday following the Light Up Halifax Parade, which is usually mid-November.
Neighbourhoods Click on neighbourhood for details
Basinview Estates
Location: Basinview Estates is located on the Halifax end of Bedford off the Hammonds Plains Road.
Age of houses: Most of houses in the area were built in early late 1980's and early 1990's.
Advantages: Basinview school is located in the subdivision. Walking to grocery, banks, restaurants, Papermill Lake beach, rink, baseball fields, parks, Tim Horton's and many other amenities. 1 km from exit to #102 Hwy. to Halifax. Easy commute to Halifax and airport.
Style of housing available: Larger split entries, medium to larger two story homes and side splits.
Some of streets in subdivision: Basinview, Church, Madison, Atwood, Atlee, Story, Granville, Eastwood, Crystal, Carriageway.
Although technically the Bedford Hills Subdivision streets such as Roy Crescent, Anahid, Harris Court and Lively Court are often referred to as part of Basinview as well.
Schools: Basinview Elementary grades Primary-6 (in subdivision), Bedford Junior High grades 7-9, C.P. Allen High grades 10-12. If your child is taking Early French Immersion they would attend Fort Sackville and Eaglewood for grades Primary to 6.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation of this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
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Basinview Ridge (Starpoint)
Location: The subdivision is at the top of Bedford near the Bi-Centennial Hwy (#102). It is connected to Shoreview Heights Subdivision.
Age of houses: Construction of houses started here in 2004. Still new houses available in area.
Advantages: One of the few areas in Bedford where you can buy new or nearly new homes. Playground in subdivision. Can walk through path to Notingham and then to malls in downtown Bedford.
Style of housing available: Townhouses, apartment condominiums, split entry, medium and larger two storey homes.
Some of streets in subdivision: Rockpoint, Basinview, Rutledge Street
Schools: Basinview Elementary grades Primary-6, Bedford Junior High grades 7-9, C.P. Allen High grades 10-12. If you're child is taking Early French Immersion they would attend Fort Sackville and Eaglewood for grades Primary to 6. The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation
of this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing
and periodically schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
Bedford Village
Location: Located on the Halifax side of Bedford
so commuting time is quicker than some areas. Easy access to #102
Bi-centential highway to Halifax or airport.
Age of houses: Most houses were built around 1974-1976.
Advantages: Wonderfully treed lots with many backing on parkland.
Basinview school is located very closeby. Walking to grocery, banks,
restaurants, Papermill Lake beach, rink, baseball fields, parks, Tim
Horton's and many other amenities. Easy commute to Halifax and airport.
1 km from exit to #102 Hwy.
Style of housing available: All single family. Medium size
split entry and two storey homes. Less than 100 homes in subdivision.
Some of streets in subdivision: Two streets only Village Crescent
and Bedford Hills Road
Schools: Basinview Elementary grades Primary-6, Bedford Junior High grades 7-9, C.P. Allen High grades 10-12. If you're
child is taking Early French Immersion they would attend Fort Sackville
and Eaglewood for grades Primary to 6.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation
of this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing
and periodically schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
Crestview
Location: Crestview is located
on the Halifax end of Bedford in the Papermill Lake area. Often
referred to as being part of Papermill Lake Subdivision.
Age of houses: Late 1990's to 2007.
Advantages: Bedford South School is located in the subdivision.
Papermill Lake beach is a short walk away. The subdivision is located
on the Halifax side of Bedford saving commuting time.Close to exit
to #102 Hwy. Walking to beach, rink, baseball fields, parks, grocery,
Tim Horton's,banks, drug stores and many other amenities.
Style of housing available: Smaller and larger two story
homes, some split entry style, two storey semi-detached homes
Some of streets in subdivision: Oceanview, Royal Masts Way,
Richardson, Peverill, Nine Mile, Jon Jacques, Kayton, Armenia
Schools: Bedford South grades Primary-9 (located in subdivision),
C.P. Allen High School grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date
of creation of this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly
changing and periodically schools are closed. For the most up to
date information for a specific address enter the street address
of a property you are considering at the following Halifax Regional
School Board page Home Address Lookup. For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
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Eaglewood
Location: Eaglewood is located in the center of Bedford
within walking to downtown Bedford. Closest area to Dartmouth and Burnside
Industrial Park
Age of houses: Some houses built in early 1980's but some built as
late as mid 1990's.
Advantages: Good resale because most of the houses are similar
in size. All executive single family homes. Large treed lots. Lots of
children. Closest subdivision to Dartmouth and Burnside Industrial Park.
Sunnyside Elementary- Eaglewood location is located on edge of subdivision.
Close to Bedford basin.
Style of housing available: Executive two stories, bungalows, contemporary.
Mostly larger executive homes.
Some of the streets in subdivision: Eaglewood, Snowy Owl, Eagle
Lane, Peregrine, Armoyan, Condor, Falcon Run
Schools: Sunnyside Elementary-Fort Sackville, Sunnyside Elementary-Eaglewood,
Bedford Junior High Gr 7-9, CP Allen High grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation of
this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically
schools are closed. For the most up to date information for a specific
address enter the street address of a property you are considering at
the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
Nottingham
Location: The area is located on the Sackville
end of Bedford behind the Bedford Place Mall.
Age of houses: Houses in this area were built from 1997 -2009
Advantages: The area is very convenient. You are just a short
walk to Bedford's two biggest shopping malls and Bedford's downtown.
Range Park, where there is a soccer field, two baseball fields and a
playground, is also a short walk away. Schools are not within walking
distance but are a short drive away.
Style of housing available: The housing available in Nottingham
range from townhouses, small lot two storey homes, larger executive
style homes, split entry and townhouse condominiums.
Some of the streets in subdivision: Nottingham, Mary Fenton ,
Redden, Governor's Court, Shaffleburg
Schools: Sunnyside Elementary-Fort Sackville, Sunnyside Elementary-Eaglewood, Bedford Junior High Gr 7-9, CP Allen High grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation
of this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and
periodically schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you are
considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
Oakmount
Location: The area is
located on the Sackville end of Bedford past Sunnyside Mall. Farthest
end of Bedford from Halifax.
Age of houses: Most houses in this area were built in the early 1980's
but some were built in the mid 1980's.
Advantages: Nice friendly well established area with good value
for your dollar. Tennis court and a small playground in subdivision. Short
walk to two shopping malls and bus stop. Waverley Road Elementary School,
Bedford Junior High and C.P. Allen High Schools all within walking.
Style of housing available: Oakmount is considered a mid price
subdivision. There are most styles available in the area but there are
few executive houses available here. All single family detached housing.
Some of the streets in subdivision: Rockmanor, Riverview, Oakmount,
Birchwood, Redbank, Rosewood
Schools: Sunnyside Elementary-Waverley Road location , Sunnyside
Elementary-Eaglewood, Bedford Junior High 7-9, C.P. Allen High 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation of
this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically
schools are closed. For the most up to date information for a specific
address enter the street address of a property you are considering at
the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
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Oakridge
Location: Oakridge Subdivision is located off
the Rocky Lake Road in Bedford, behind Oakmount Subdivision, close
to Sunnyside Mall. It is a smaller subdivision of only one street,
Duffus Drive.
Housing Available: The subdivision consists of a combination
of link homes (which are two storey homes that attached to each other
but only undergound at the footing ) and split entry or bungalow
style homes that may or may not have legal basement apartments. The
link homes generally consist of a livingroom, diningroom, kitchen
and half bath on the main floor. The second floor will have 3 bedrooms
and 1 or 2 baths and the basement will have a familyroom and possibly
a 4th bedroom. The homes with apartments( not shown in picture) usually
consist of a three bedroom apartment on each floor.
Age of houses: The majority of these houses
were built in early 1990's but age varies slightly.
Advantages: The major advantage of Oakridge is the close proximity to schools. Sunnyside Elementary-Waverley Road is next
door to the subdivision and can be accessed through a path to it. Bedford Junior High School and C.P.
Allen High School are both within walking distance. Also a short
walk away is Bedford Place and Sunnyside Mall as well as all amenities
in downtown Bedford. Oakridge is mainly a young family area but has
residents of all ages.
Some of the streets in subdivision: Duffus is only street.
Schools: Sunnyside Elementary-Waverley Road location , Sunnyside
Elementary-Eaglewood, Bedford Junior High 7-9, C.P. Allen High 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation
of this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing
and periodically schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. .For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
Old Bedford
Location: The area is
located in the center of Bedford
Age of houses: Ages vary in this area more than anywhere else in Bedford.
Many of the homes here are over 50 years old but there are some newer
houses in the area as well.
Advantages: Area has large lots and great character homes. Close
walking to downtown Bedrord.Quiet older established Bedford area.
Style of housing available: Older character two storey homes with
some bungalow and split entry styles as well.
Some of the streets in subdivision: Bedford, Emmerson, Green Lane,
Rutledge, Spring , Borden, Cadogen, First
Schools: Sunnyside Elementary-Fort Sackville, Sunnyside Elementary-Eaglewood, Bedford Junior High Gr 7-9, CP Allen High grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation of
this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically
schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. .For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
Papermill Lake
Location: Located on the Halifax
end of Bedford on the shores of Papermill Lake. Close to corner
of Hammonds Plains Road and Bedford Hwy.
Age of houses: Houses were built from late 1980's to 2004.
Advantages: Papermill Lake with two supervised beaches in
subdivision. Bedford South School located in the subdivision. The
subdivision is located on the Halifax end of Bedford saving commuting
time. Walking distance to Papermill Lake beach,
rink, baseball fields, parks, banks,drug stores, restaurants, grocery,
Tim Horton's and many other amenities. Hammonds Plains exit to Hwy
102 closeby.
Style of housing available: Larger split entries and larger
executive two story homes. Some lakefront houses available here.
Some of streets in subdivision: Acadia Mill, Papermill Lane,
Ahmadi, French Masts Lane, Parker Court, Kissock, Loon Terrace,
Spruceview, Moirs Mill Road
Schools: Bedford South grades Primary-9, C.P. Allen High
School grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date
of creation of this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically
schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. .For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
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Peerless
Location: The area is
located off the Hammonds Plains Road about 2 kms from the Sobeys Mall
on the Bedford Hwy and about 15 kms to downtown Halifax.
Age of houses: In this subdivision you can find homes that were built
in the 1960's and 1970's and others that were built in the 1990's and
even in 2000's. The reason for this is the area was on well and septic
so the lots were large. When municpal water and sewer was put in the area
many lots were subdivided and newer homes were built on the new lots.
Advantages: Nice friendly well established area with good value
for your dollar. Larger lots that have municipal water and sewer. Quiet
area that is a short drive to most amenities and yet feels like being
in the country. Small subdivision of only a few short streets and less
than 100 homes.
Style of housing available: All single family detached housing.
Some have legal basement apartments. Mixture of older and newer homes.
Several bungalows in the area but also a few of most styles are seen in
the area.
Some of the streets in subdivision: Lewis Drive, Olive, Estelle
and Bernard
Schools: Bedford South grades Primary-9, C.P. Allen High School
grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation of
this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically
schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. .For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
The Ravines
Location: The Ravines is located on the Halifax end of
Bedford.
Age of houses: One of Bedford's newest subdivision. Houses were
built from 2003 to present.
Advantages: Located closest to Halifax than any other Bedford Subdivision.
Bedford South School within walking of subdivision. Great views of Bedford
Basin from many locations in the subdivision. Easy commute to Halifax.
Walking or short drive to Papermill Lake beach, rink, baseball fields,
parks, grocery, Tim Horton's and many other amenities.
Style of housing available: Larger two storey and executive two
storey homes, two storey townhouses, apartment condos, townhouse bungalow
condos,
Some of the streets in subdivision: Southgate, Strathaven,Winstone
Close,McQuillan,Ravines
Schools: Bedford South grades Primary-9, C.P. Allen High School
grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation of
this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically
schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. .For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
Ridgevale
Location: The area is located
on the Sackville end of Bedford on the road to Dartrmouth. Closest
area to Dartmouth and Burnside Industrial Park
Age of houses: Most of houses in the area were built in early
1990's but some were built late 1990's.
Advantages: Good resale because most of the houses are
similar in size and design. All executive single family homes.Large
lots. Lots of children. Closest subdivision to Dartmouth and Burnside
Industrial Park. Two playgrounds located in the subdivision.
Style of housing available: Executive two stories and larger
homes in general.
Some of streets in subdivision: Ridgevale, Parkvale, Brentwood,
Ambercrest, Adlington, Lowe Court, Canfield
Schools: Sunnyside Elementary-Fort Sackville, Sunnyside
Elementary-Eaglewood, Bedford Junior High Gr 7-9, CP Allen High
grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date
of creation of this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically
schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. .For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
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Shore Drive
Location: The Shore Drive
area is located close to downtown Bedford. It is located closer to Dartmouth
than Halifax but is well located for a commute to either.
Age of houses:Houses here range from a few homes that were built in
2003 and 2004 to houses that are almost 100 years old.
Advantages: This area is considered one of the best areas in all
of metro. It is a beautiful area where you can see water from everywhere
you look. Elementary schools are within a short walk as is the Lion's
Park where there are two heated outdoor pools, basketball courts and a
picnic area. Bedford Yacht Club is also within walking. The commute to
Halifax and particularly Dartmouth is not bad. This is a quiet beautiful
sought after area with excellent resale.
Style of housing available: In this area you will find some of
the most beautiful homes in all of Halifax. Many of the homes here are
located on the waters of the Bedford Basin, while others have great water
views. The homes have larger than average lots. All single family
detached housing. Mixture of older and newer homes.
Some of the streets in subdivision: Shore Drive, Andrew Cobb, Perth,
John Gorham, Wardour, Fort Sackville, Golf Links, Camden
Schools: Sunnyside Elementary-Fort Sackville, Sunnyside Elementary-Eaglewood,
Bedford Junior High Gr 7-9, CP Allen High grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on theHalifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation of
this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically
schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. .For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
Shoreview
Location: The area is located in the
center of Bedford. Attached to Starpoint Ridge Subdivision.
Age of houses: Some of houses in the area were built in early 1980's
and others were built late 1980's.
Advantages: Popular area with
lots of children. All single family residential housing. Well established
subdivision.
Style of housing available: Split entry, side split and larger two
story.
Some of streets in subdivision: Shoreview, Sunrise, Windrock, Clearview,
Stoneridge, Clearview, Horizon
Schools: Basinview Elementary grades Primary-6, Bedford Junior High
grades 7-9, C.P. Allen High grades 10-12. If you're child is taking Early
French Immersion they would attend Fort Sackville and Eaglewood for grades
Primary to 6.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date of creation of
this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly changing and periodically
schools are closed. For the most up to date information
for a specific address enter the street address of a property you
are considering at the following Halifax Regional School Board page Home Address Lookup. .For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
Torrington
Location: Torrington is located
on the Halifax end of Bedford in the Papermill Lake area.
Age of houses: Most of the houses were built in the 1990's.
Advantages: Torrington was originally built as a retirement
subdivision so there are many one floor houses in the area. Parkland
in the centre of the subdivision giving feeling of space. Torrington
is attached to Papermill Lake Subdivision which has a lake and two supervised beaches in subdivision. Bedford
South School is within walking distance. Torrington is located on
the Halifax end of Bedford saving commuting time. Walking to Papermill
Lake beach, rink, baseball fields, parks, grocery, banks,drug
stores and many other amenities. Hammonds Plains exit to Hwy 102
closeby.
Style of housing available: Mostly bungalows but some split
entries and medium size two storey houses.
Some of streets in subdivision: Torrington,Mariner Close,Bowsprit
Close,Skysail, Clipper Court,Binnacle,Compass Rose Court
Schools: Bedford South grades Primary-9, C.P. Allen High
School grades 10-12.
The list of schools above are the schools listed on the Halifax Regional
School Board website for this subdivision as of the date
of creation of this webpage. However school boundaries are constantly
changing and periodically schools are closed. For the most up to
date information for a specific address enter the street address
of a property you are considering at the following Halifax Regional
School Board page Home Address Lookup. For an overview of the schools in the Bedford
area go to Bedford Schools. It is important
to note that if your child is enrolled in french immersion they may
attend a different school than a child in the same neighbourhood who
is not enrolled in french immersion.
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