‘Play is the Work of Childhood,’ but is it Beneficial?
For most adults (unless we’re very lucky), “work” and “play” tend to be separate pursuits. We...
7 Signs Your 5-Year-Old Is Ready For Private Kindergarten
In Massachusetts, children must begin school in September of the calendar year in which they turn...
Redshirting: Are Parents Asking the Wrong Questions?
What is Redshirting? Redshirting Meaning: Across the country, more and more parents are...
The Case for Studying Spanish in a Private Pre-K and Kindergarten
At Fessenden, we believe students benefit in myriad ways from studying a second (or third)...
A Teacher’s Perspective: 3 Reasons Pre-K Students Do Better in Kindergarten
A few weeks ago on this blog, we interviewed a Pre-K teacher here at The Fessenden School about how...
Learning Outside the ‘Box’: The Benefits of an All-Boys Pre-K
Is pre-kindergarten too soon to start your son at an all-boys private school? Parents throughout...
The Spirit of Childhood: Fessenden’s Fourth Grade Campout
The spirit of childhood plays a significant role in the character of a school. At Fessenden, a...
The Importance of Communication Skills and When to Build Them
Think about the number of times you have been required to interact with colleagues, peers, or...
Pre-K Specials: What Are They and Why Are They Important in Early Childhood Education?
In most middle and high schools, elective courses are offered to students to supplement core...
3 Reasons to Give All Boys Pre-K Programs in Boston a Second Chance
Your quest to find the pre-kindergarten program in the Boston area that fits your son perfectly has...