“At Pennfield, your child isn’t just prepared for the next grade — they’re getting prepared for life. Our small classes, compassionate teachers, and character-driven curriculum nurture confident learners and kind leaders. It’s a lifelong investment in who your child will become.”
Supporting Your Child's Journey
Tuition & Financial Aid
At Pennfield, we believe that a strong community begins with a shared investment in every student’s potential. Every student, parent, and educator plays a vital role in shaping an environment fueled by excitement, collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose, making each day on campus truly extraordinary. That’s why we strive to keep tuition as accessible as possible. We believe that the transformative experience of a Pennfield education should be within reach for more families. Through flexible payment plans, need-based financial aid and active duty military rates, we’re here to support families every step of the way.
We invite you to explore the ways in which a Pennfield education offers real value—beyond the classroom.
2025-2026
Tuition & Payment Plans
Tuition for 2025–2026
| Grade | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Preschool – Pre-K | $15,130 |
| Kindergarten – Class III | $19,135 |
| Class IV – Class V | $21,045 |
| Class VI – Class VIII | $26,760 |
- Please note: additional fees may apply for international tuition.
What does a Pennfield Tuition include?
Tuition includes a wide range of programs and services that enrich each student’s experience, including:
- 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
Flexible Payment Plans
We offer several payment options to meet your family’s needs.
- Three-Installment Plan: 50% due in July, 25% in November, and 25% in March.
- Ten-Month Payment Plan: A convenient monthly schedule for families seeking predictability and flexibility.
- One Payment Plan: 100% due in July.
To secure your child’s place at Pennfield, a non-refundable enrollment fee of $500 per student is due with your signed contract. This fee will be credited to your account the following April.
Military Families
We honor the service of our military families by offering discounted tuition rates for U.S. Active Duty members. These rates are available per grade level. A government ID will be requested to verify eligibility. Families eligible for the active duty rates may still apply for additional financial aid.
Scholarships
We sometimes offer scholarships to prospective middle school students. Please contact the admissions office to learn about any current opportunities.
Supporting Your Child's Journey
Need-Based Financial Aid
We are proud to offer need-based financial aid for students in kindergarten through grade 8. Our financial aid process is designed to be thoughtful and personal. We understand that each family’s situation is unique, and we take the time to review applications carefully, ensuring that Pennfield remains within reach for many who might otherwise believe it is beyond their financial means.
The average financial aid grant is $6,300 and approximately 48% of our families benefit from financial assistance, military discounts, or faculty tuition remission.
- Application:
- Parents/guardians need to set up an account with IRS.gov. If there are 2 parents/guardians, both need to be present during this process.
- Complete the Clarity Application, which assesses your family’s financial situation.
- Review: Clarity provides a recommendation, which we consider alongside your family’s unique circumstances and available funds.
- Annual Reapplication: Families must reapply each year to continue receiving aid.
In cases of divorce, unmarried, or separated parents, both parents need to submit a Clarity Application. Children living with grandparents or guardians will be reviewed case by case. If a parent chooses to leave their job or change jobs for a decreased salary, Pennfield is not able to underwrite this difference with a larger financial aid grant the following year. If one parent chooses not to work and all children are of age to attend school, $20,000 will be added to the family’s income. Exceptions will be made for the care of a critically ill or disabled child, parent, or grandparent.
For questions concerning Clarity, contact Clarity directly at support@clarityapp.com or 206-210-3752.
For questions concerning the IRS verification process, contact IRS support here.
To be considered in the first round of financial aid grants for the 2026-2027 school year, financial aid paperwork for new families needs to be submitted to The Pennfield School’s Admission Office by Wednesday, February 4, 2026. After February 4, financial aid will still be available and awarded on a rolling basis.