Tenacre Country Day School
School Notes Overview:
Tenacre Country Day School enrolls 191 girls and boys in Pre-Kindergarten-Grade 6. A well-rounded program focuses on basic skills, math, language arts, Spanish, social studies, science, music, art, computer, and physical education. Good citizenship and character development are also emphasized. Small classes, talented teachers, a challenging yet nurturing environment, a diverse population, and attention to the needs of each child prepare students for highly competitive secondary schools. An After School Program is open to all grades. Financial aid available based on need.
A summer day camp enrolls boys and girls ages 4-12....
School Overview:
Tenacre Country Day School |
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| School Membership(s) |
Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE) National Association of Independent Schools |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 6 | ||
| Year Founded | 1936 | ||
| County | Norfolk County, MA | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 191 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(MA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 27% | 21% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Pre-K - 18 students | |||
| Kind - 22 students | |||
| Grade 1 - 24 students | |||
| Grade 2 - 24 students | |||
| Grade 3 - 25 students | |||
| Grade 4 - 26 students | |||
| Grade 5 - 26 students | |||
| Grade 6 - 26 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 36 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 85% | ||
| Classroom dress code | Casual (no jeans, athletic clothing, hats) |
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This School |
(MA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 167 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Tuition Notes |
2009 - 2010 Varies by grade level: Need-based financial aid available. |
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| % on Financial Aid | 17% | ||
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $19,002 | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 23% | ||
| Head of School | Christian B. Elliot | ||
| Admissions Director | Sam Reece | ||
| Admissions Associate | Robin Khadduri | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 5 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Field Hockey | Soccer | ||
| Softball | |||
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 5 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| 4, 5, 6 Book Club | Chess Club | ||
| Early Bird Club | Math League | ||
| Math Mania | |||
School Notes:
- • Tenacre's mission is to nurture and
challenge each child
every day
• After-School available until 6 pm
• Transportation available from some Boston neighborhoods
• A traditional curriculum enhanced by art, computer, library, music, physical education, Spanish and science, taught weekly by a dedicated faculty. - Profile last updated: 07/13/2009
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (02482) | School Zip (02482) |
(MA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 12,445 people | 6,349,048 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 75% | 43% |
| Population Average Age | 35 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.5 persons | 2.5 persons |
| Median Household Income | $105,738 | $52,143 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6.9 rooms | 5.4 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 62 years old | 56 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (02482) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 77% / 23% | 58% / 42% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Wellesley Montessori School - 120 students - 0.5 mi. away - view location
- St Paul School - 186 students - 0.8 mi. away - view location
- The Eliot Montessori School - 100 students - 1.7 mi. away - view location
- The Natick Montessori School - 80 students - 1.9 mi. away - view location
- Walker Home And School - 58 students - 2.1 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Wellesley, Norfolk County, Zip 02482
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