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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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Fifth graders present a comedic take on Greek mythology
10/22/2025
Tenacre's fifth graders knocked it out of the park with "Myth-Understood," a hilarious take on Greek mythology where the gods themselves set the record straight for a group of students. The play put fresh, modern spins on the classics—think a lazy Hercules, a snake-phobic Medusa, and Hades as just a misunderstood middle manager. The fifth graders absolutely nailed it!
Community gathers for annual Apple Pie Run
10/20/2025
Tenacre's annual Apple Pie Run brought the school community together this past weekend. This beloved tradition features a course that meanders through campus before ending in the orchard, where apple pies await all participants. It's a delightful and tasty way to kick off the weekend!
Fourth graders present their class play, "Star Search"
10/17/2025
This morning, Tenacre fourth graders embarked on an astronomical adventure for their class play, “Star Search.” When the sun takes a well-deserved vacation, the planets – played by students —journey to find the missing sun, meeting other planetary bodies along the way. Additional Stars, Asteroids, Comets, and Meteors make up this "all-star" cast!