Fessenden School

250 Waltham Street, West Newton, MA, 02465
Tel: (617)630-2300
Grades: K - 9 | n/a
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Fessenden's school purpose of "nurture, then challenge" successfully marries an academically challenging program with a community that takes seriously the values of honesty, compassion and respect. These very core values are at the heart of a Fessenden education. Respecting others, exhibiting good manners, caring about the larger community and integrity in all things are expected here. Fessenden's warm and friendly atmosphere allows each student to feel connected with his peers and teachers through a myriad of experiences, in and outside of the classroom.

School Overview:
Fessenden School
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
National Coalition of Boys' Schools
Other special emphasis association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 9
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Year Founded 1903
Student Body
Total Students n/a
Student Body Type All-boys
% Students of Color 21% (MA School Avg.: 24%)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 67 teachers
Average Class Size 10 students
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Admissions Director Caleb W. Thomson \'79
Admissions Associate Greg Hendrick

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Nearby Schools:

Fessenden School
Gr. K-9 | 0 mi. away
Clearway School
Gr. 7-12 | 0.7 mi. away
Jewish Community Day School
Gr. K-8 | 1 mi. away
Learning Prep School
Gr. PK | 1 mi. away
Edco Secondary Ed Prog
Gr. 6-12 | 1.1 mi. away
St Jude School
Gr. K-8 | 1.3 mi. away

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