Manchester, NH · 9–12
Last verified August 20, 2026
2108 River Rd, 03104 · (603) 669-4524
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.
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
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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.
Apply by
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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