The Fessenden School

About

The Fessenden School, West Newton MA, is more than an independent day and boarding school for boys in Pre-K-Grade 9. It’s the perfect intersection of tradition and innovation. A place where tried and true educational techniques are woven seamlessly into a STEAM-inspired, passion-based curriculum. A diverse, inclusive, and nurturing community that emphasizes academic excellence and character development. Parents recognize faculty for understanding how boys learn best and for providing the individual support and encouragement children need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Fessenden also has the distinction of being one of the few schools, worldwide, invited to partner with NuVu (an innovation school founded by MIT graduates) to deliver an academic program that encourages students to be creative problem solvers, critical thinkers and global citizens. NuVu helped Fessenden design its spectacular Ciongoli Center for Innovation and its project-based curriculum - a model that hundreds of educators have visited Fessenden to experience firsthand.

To learn more, join us for a virtual or on-campus tour - offered weekly October through mid-December. Visit www.fessenden.org/2024 and register today!

Extracurriculars

Project-based, STEAM-inspired curriculum supported by our 2,500 sq. ft. center for innovation and technology team

7 affinity and multicultural groups

19 Grade 5–9 electives including robotics, innovation studios, and performing and technical theatre arts

22 competitive, intramural, and recreational athletic offerings

State-of-the-art performing arts center

13 musical groups

7 theatrical productions per year

29 Grade 5–9 clubs

20 minutes from Boston and surrounding areas

Bus service for students from Arlington, Belmont, Boston, Brookline, Dorchester, Lexington, Mattapan, Newton, Wellesley, Winchester, and other surrounding towns.

Enrollment

544