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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.
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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.
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Learn more about Fessenden at an admissions event - www.fessenden.org/2024
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Location:
West Newton, MA
1903
Year Founded:
Number of Students:
544
Average Class Size:
12
Male
Gender:
Specialty Program(s):
- 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
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