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As a Community we Strive to

Work Hard, Find Joy
& Be Kind

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.

Our Mission

Schoolhouse Program
The Schoolhouse is home to pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and first grade at Tenacre.

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Public Speaking
Learning to feel comfortable on stage or speaking in front of groups is part of the Tenacre experience.

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Individualized Instruction
Tenacre teaches students in small, flexible groups, meeting the needs of individuals while keeping expectations high for all students.

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Tenacre Traditions
Tenacre’s many traditions unite the school community and are a cherished part of school life for every Tenacre student.

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211

Total Students
37

Teachers
22%

Students of Color
Español

Starts in Pre-K
7

Sports Offered
Tenacity

2026–2027 School Theme
$1 mil

Financial Aid
1910

Year Tenacre was Founded

Success By Design

A Campaign for Tenacre's Future

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News & Events

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Sixth graders volunteer at Gaining Ground
10/14/2026

Tenacre sixth graders spent the morning working with Gaining Ground at the non-profit’s satellite land parcel in Minute Man National Historical Park. Gaining Ground is a no-till organic farm that relies heavily on sustainable agriculture practices and thousands of community volunteers to help plant, tend, and harvest the fields. Tenacre sixth graders have been volunteering their time at Gaining Ground for many years, usually going in the fall and spring. This morning, Tenacre students worked with farmers to prepare for the winter by pulling up tarps that were preventing weeds from growing on eggplant and watermelon; rolling up tarps for storage; and brushing and raking debris off the tarps. They also added mulch and wood chips from large piles along pathways between beds, using shovels and wheelbarrows.
A busy day on campus: Tigers take on Charles River and Fessenden
10/8/2026
On Monday afternoon, Tenacre's campus was buzzing with athletic competition as the Tigers hosted both a soccer game and a cross-country meet. The soccer squad faced off against Charles River School, while the cross-country runners competed in a three-way meet featuring Fessenden and Charles River School. It was an exciting afternoon for the Tenacre community to come together and support their teams.
Third graders hike Blue Hills
10/8/2026
Third graders hiked up Blue Hills this week, enjoying a beautiful fall day. This annual hike is part of Tenacre’s P.E. program, which introduces a variety of recreational activities that can be enjoyed throughout one’s life. At the top, the group admired the view of the Boston skyline, ate a picnic lunch, and explored the area before heading down the hill to the bus.