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the Derryfield School

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Manchester, NH · 9–12

Last verified August 20, 2026

2108 River Rd, 03104 · (603) 669-4524

www.derryfield.org

Enrollment

409

Student:teacher

9:1

Published tuition

$45,400

Application fee

$65

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Tuition by division

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Head of school

Andy Chappell

Head of School

Andy Chappell is the Head of School at The Derryfield School. He is a critical partner in the journey of a Derryfield student, teaching, coaching, guiding, and inspiring students to aim high and achieve their very best.

Curriculum & special classes

The Derryfield School offers an innovative, entrepreneurial academic program where students explore and develop passions by asking probing questions, developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and learning to collaborate effectively. Students must carry a minimum of five courses each trimester, with Advanced Topics (AT) courses available for strongest junior and senior students.

Advanced Topics (AT) courses
Leadership education
Creative arts
Athletics
Service initiatives

Financial aid

The Derryfield School offers a need-based Equitable Tuition program, also known as financial aid, which provides a reduced tuition based on a family’s unique financial profile. They provide more than $4.5 million annually in need-based financial assistance to students, with 40% of students receiving aid.

Application fee: $65

Before & after school care

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Admissions

The Derryfield School's admission process for grades 6-12 includes an online inquiry, registration for events, and a comprehensive application. While there's a priority deadline, applications are also accepted on a rolling basis, with decisions released March 1 for priority applications and on a rolling basis thereafter.

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January 15 (priority deadline); Rolling admissions (after January 15)

Acceptance rate

Not listed

Application fee

$65

What they ask for: Applicant profile and fee, student statement and essays, student visit and interview, recommendations from current English and math teachers, recommendation from a school administrator or guidance counselor, current transcript (including grades from this year and two years prior), entrance exam testing (SSAT preferred, ISEE accepted; PSAT, SAT, or ACT for grades 11-12; TOEFL or Duolingo English Test for international applicants).

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