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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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205

Total Students
39

Teachers
26%

Students of Color
Español

Starts in Pre-K
6

Sports Offered
$1 mil

Financial Aid

Success By Design

A Campaign for Tenacre's Future

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News & Events

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Fourth graders bring the world to Tenacre
6/4/2026
Fourth graders brought the world to Tenacre this morning as they unveiled their Country Study projects at the Country Bazaar. Working in small groups, students dove deep into one of six countries spanning the continents of Oceania, Europe, South America, Africa, and Asia — drawing on World Book Online and print resources to explore each nation's culture, geography, and economy. They then channeled that research into individual presentations, complete with expository paragraphs, hand-crafted clay maps, and original travel videos. The result was an impressive showcase of curiosity, creativity, and scholarship.
Sixth graders bring history to life
6/2/2026
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
6/2/2026
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.