Welcome to Tenacre
Every day at Tenacre begins with a handshake as the head of school greets arriving students. This act of trust and personal attention sets the tone for all that follows. At Tenacre, we embrace the elementary years.
As a Pre-K through Grade 6 coed school, we offer a dynamic and exciting environment in which children progressively develop critical thinking skills, become confident and joyful learners, and move forward into higher education and life as caring citizens.
-
Schoolhouse Program
The Schoolhouse is home to pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and first grade at Tenacre.
Discover More -
Public Speaking
Learning to feel comfortable on stage or speaking in front of groups is part of the Tenacre experience.
Discover More -
Individualized Instruction
Tenacre teaches students in small, flexible groups, meeting the needs of individuals while keeping expectations high for all students.
Discover More -
Tenacre Traditions
Tenacre’s many traditions unite the school community and are a cherished part of school life for every Tenacre student.
Discover More
List of 6 items.
-
205
Total Students -
39
Teachers -
26%
Students of Color -
Español
Starts in Pre-K -
6
Sports Offered -
$1 mil
Financial Aid
News & Events
List of 3 news stories.
-
Sixth graders bring history to life
This morning, sixth graders transformed into historical figures for their annual "wax museum," bringing their research projects to life through costume and performance. Students selected historical figures to study, conducted library research, wrote comprehensive papers, and then presented their findings while dressed as their chosen subjects. Students delivered brief speeches highlighting their figure's key accomplishments and historical significance. This year's lineup included Martha Graham, Teddy Roosevelt, Clara Barton, Harriet Tubman, Walt Disney, and Bessie Coleman. The project serves as a comprehensive introduction to research methodology, combining traditional academic skills with creative presentation to help sixth graders develop essential research capabilities. -
Students launch balloons into the blue sky
Fifth graders launched their hot air balloons this morning on Centennial Field, sending three-meter-tall creations of tissue paper, glue, string, and copper rings skyward to cheers from parents and classmates.
Built in science class, the balloons draw on a remarkable range of disciplines — metric measurement, proportions, density, buoyancy, convection, and engineering design — all realized in a single, soaring moment. It's one of the most beloved experiences at Tenacre, and it's easy to see why: there's something genuinely magical about watching a structure you built with your own hands lift off the ground. -
Tenacre celebrates Orchard Day
This morning, Tenacre celebrated Orchard Day, a longtime tradition in which students honor the sixth graders in the Phyllis Scoboria Orchard. This tradition was started in 1953 by then-head of school Phyllis Scoboria as a student-only celebration in which students honor students. Orchard Day is a highly anticipated event that is not announced to students until the morning of Orchard Day. When students arrive at school and see Orchard Day cakes in the front foyer, they know the day has finally arrived! The celebration starts with first graders planting their class apple tree in the Tenacre orchard with help from their sixth-grade Big Friends. After the tree planting, kindergarten, first, second, third, fourth, and fifth graders present tributes that have been planned by each grade. Tributes often include poems, chants, or songs that have been written by students. The ceremony ends with cake on the playground.
List of 3 events.
-
TPA End-of-Year Coffee and Wrap-Up
Courtyard
Tenacre Country Day School
78 Benvenue Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
P. 781-235-2282 F. 781-237-7057
Summer Programs 781-235-3238
