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The Pennington School

About Us
Fast Facts
An overview of all we have to offer
Our Mission
How we develop individual excellence in all of our students
Academics
Middle School
Grades 6-8 enjoy a small school environment with all the big opportunities of our exceptional high school
Upper School
Grades 9-12 develop individual excellence through a vigorous college-preparatory program
Admission
Apply Now
Application information for Middle School, Upper School, International Students, and the Edmund V. Cervone Center for Learning.
Why Pennington?
The Pennington experience is about striving for individual excellence.
Boarding
Boarding School Life
Our residential community consists of approximately 125 students and more than half of our faculty
Host International Program
The program matches international students with families of current Pennington day students
Arts
Philosophy
All of our students have opportunities to explore their creativity in music, drama, and visual arts.
Silva Gallery of Art
A showcase gallery presenting the works of renowned visual artists
Athletics
Teams and Contacts
Find out more about our 45 teams in three seasons.
Aquatics Program
Join the team, take lessons, or improve your skills in our beautiful indoor aquatics center.
Community
Parents
All current parents need to know can be found here.
Alumni Events
Catch up on the latest news from our spirited alumni
Support
The Pennington Fund
Every gift makes a difference. Make yours today!
Planned Giving
Planned gifts significantly bolster the endowment needed to keep The Pennington School competitive and deliver on our core values of honor, virtue, and humility.

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STEM Speaker: Koray Ercan

May 25, 2022

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Wesley Forum - Yen Building

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Music Lessons Recital

May 25, 2022

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Black Box - Campus Center

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PfP Spring General Meeting

May 26, 2022

8:15 AM - 9:45 AM

Wesley Forum - Yen Building

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Horizon Program ends

May 27, 2022

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"Pennington has helped me to excel academically. The teachers take time to help you understand the subjects and are always available for extra help."

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A male student wearing a gray polo

"I genuinely enjoy going to The Pennington School, which has given me best friends, supportive and helpful teachers, and an incredible community-oriented and accepting campus. I feel nothing but lucky to go to Pennington."

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Student smiling on the campus of Pennington

"From the academic program to the food in the Dining Hall, The Pennington School encourages students to be open to trying new things."

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A female student wearing a green top

"The School welcomes students with open arms. The community is also very supportive and helps me to become the best version of myself."

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A female student wearing a blue shirt

"Pennington is helping prepare me for the future, both academically and socially."

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Male student wearing glasses smiling outside.

"I am so proud to be a part of such an amazing school."

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Female student in front of white background grinning.

"Pennington has really helped me to become a more independent student and a strong advocate for myself. I have been encouraged to use my voice to express my needs when speaking with teachers, like asking for more time on a certain project or going to extra help after school."

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A student in a maroon shirt posing for a picture

"Pennington is such a friendly and welcoming place; I felt I had been there forever in just my first week."

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Student with a yellow shirt smiling outside.

"I have a lot more to accomplish but know I will achieve all of my dreams at The Pennington School because this community is like a family."

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