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Military Families

At The Pennfield School, we know that military families navigate unique transitions, and we welcome them with open arms. Whether your child joins us for a few years or stays through eighth grade, they become part of a school community that values connection, support, and belonging.

We understand the unique challenges that come with military life. We’re here to help make every transition smoother. At Pennfield, children quickly find belonging through meaningful friendships, engaged learning, and caring teachers who meet each student where they are. Parents, too, feel the warmth of our community and the comfort of knowing their child is in a place where they are seen, supported, and celebrated.

Today, more than 25 of our students are part of military families. We are always happy to connect you with current or past military parents who can share firsthand what their experience has been like at Pennfield.

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2025-2026

U.S. Active Duty Military Rates

Military families are encouraged to apply for any grade from Preschool (age 3) through Class VIII. We welcome applications year-round and understand the need for flexibility with timing.

Pennfield is committed to making independent school education as accessible as possible. U.S. Active Duty Military Tuition Rates are available each year by grade level, and additional need-based financial aid is also available. A government ID may be requested.

2025–2026 U.S. Active Duty Military Tuition Rates

Preschool – Pre-kindergarten (8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.) Five Days: $13,010
Kindergarten – Class III: $13,980
Class IV – Class V: $14,440
Class VI – Class VIII: $17,020

Tuition includes:

Early Bird before-school care
Primary Care for young learners (1:00–2:45 p.m.)
Extended Day program for Grades 4–8
Athletics and team sports
Books, technology (laptops for Grades 5–8), and classroom materials
Local field trips and school events (with the exception of the optional Upper School International Trip)
Participation in the Spring Production and a yearbook for every student
Small group academic support and enrichment services

We would be honored to support your family during your time in Newport!

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Hear from Our Military Families

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“We were exceedingly pleased with Pennfield, and I would highly recommend it to incoming military families who, once again, find themselves making stressful decisions about where to send their child for a quality education. The three things that set Pennfield apart from the other schools in the area were the courteous professionalism the staff showed, the charismatic student body and the sense of community the school provided.”
- Captain Andrew & Mrs. Joy Elvin* Comment from Pennfield parents in their personal capacity, not speaking on behalf of the Dept. of Defense, the Navy, or the Naval Station.

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As a Royal Navy family, we were posted to Newport for a 3 year posting. After visiting several of the local schools we chose The Pennfield, and have been extremely happy with the educational level and care that the staff has given our son ever since. The US and UK education systems are a little different, but the school made the transition painless. When my husband retired and we returned to Rhode Island, and our son rejoined The Pennfield School. He has integrated back with ease, and is doing well academically. The school has been very accommodating and certainly understands military life and the unique problems we have faced.
- Captain Andrew & Mrs. Joy Elvin* Comment from Pennfield parents in their personal capacity, not speaking on behalf of the Dept. of Defense, the Navy, or the Naval Station.