



Pre-K through 9th Grade
Fessenden is an independent, boys’ school for day students in Pre-K through Grade 9 with the option to board in Grades 5 through 9.
Supportive Community
Whether boys arrive as Pre-Kindergartners, fourth graders, ninth graders, or somewhere in between, at Fessenden, all doors are open to them—and a supportive community of teachers, staff, and fellow students are here to encourage them to explore and discover what's behind each one.
Explore the Fessenden Experience

Why Fessenden?
An all-boys school rooted in core values of honesty, compassion, and respect

Academics
Intellectual challenge tailored to each student with an emphasis on project-based learning

Arts
Encouraging boys’ expression and fostering their lifelong appreciation for the arts

Athletics & PE
Promoting physical exercise, healthy competition, and teaching boys how to be gracious regardless of outcomes

Boarding Program
The perfect balance of independence and structure for boys in Grades 5 through 9
Fast Facts
Fessy Fast Facts
Average class size:
12
Students who identify as people of color:
47%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees:
74%
Enrollment:
543
Campus:
41 acres
Musical Groups & Theatrical Productions:
20
Athletics Programs
21
Communities Served by Fessenden Buses:
10
Financial Aid Budget:
$4.7M
Pre-K - Grade 9 Open House: Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet current parents, faculty, students, admissions representatives, and our Head of School Steve Armstrong as you tour our 41-acre campus.
Visit highlights include our recently renovated Science Center, our progressive Center for the Arts, and our cutting-edge Center for Innovation. Register Today!