Day and Boarding; Grades 6-12

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 43 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!
Building for the Future Campaign
The Pennington School has raised more than $23.2 million!

Navigation

Navigation

Calendar

Close

Boys' Basketball Camp begins

July 22, 2019

Read More about Boys' Basketball Camp begins

Drawing and Painting Camp begins

July 22, 2019

Read More about Drawing and Painting Camp begins

Getting Ready for Algebra 1 Summer Course begins

July 22, 2019

Read More about Getting Ready for Algebra 1 Summer Course begins

Getting Ready for Algebra 2 Summer Course begins

July 22, 2019

Read More about Getting Ready for Algebra 2 Summer Course begins

"Everyone at Pennington is so welcoming. It felt like home instantly for me."

Read More

Male student smiling in front of audio recording equipment.

"Coming to Pennington as a boarder from Vienna has made me understand that anyone who truly cares about you can be considered family."

Read More

Female student smiling in front of a bush.

"Personally, I love Pennington. I love the freedom and how our teachers treat us with respect."

Read More

Male student in front of a bookcase smiling.

"Pennington has not only prepared me academically for college but also for life in the real world. The lessons you are taught here extend outside the classroom and you will carry them with you forever."

Read More

Male student inside smiling in front of statue.

"Pennington is a great school! I couldn't imagine being anywhere else."

Read More

Female student outside in the winter smiling.

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

Read More

Male student wearing glasses smiling outside.

"Pennington has really allowed me to discover who I am and who I want to be."

Read More

Male student outside smiling.

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

Read More

Female student in front of white background grinning.

"My favorite part about Pennington is having a small community with a big heart. It's like my home away from home."

Read More

Female student outside smiling in black shirt.