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There are two ways to apply to Fay School: you may apply online, or you may fill out a paper application and mail it to the Office of Admission, located in Southborough, MA.

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Located in Southborough, Massachusetts, Fay is a private day and boarding school for kindergarten - grade 9. The boarding program, an option in grades 7-9, unites students from across the United States and the world in a lively, diverse, and truly multicultural community.

Welcome! We are delighted that you are considering Fay School. The admission process at Fay is all about finding the best fit for each student. We hope you will explore our website to learn more about our program and our community—and we invite you to contact us!

Learn all there is to know about the Fay School admission process for students in kindergarten - grade 9, or connect with one of our Admission Officers to learn more!

Fay School's 66-acre campus is located in Southborough, MA, just 25 miles west of Boston. Our community includes day students in Kindergarten through grade nine and boarding students in grades seven through nine.

Fueling Innovation at Fay Several Fay faculty members used Curriculum Innovation Grants this summer to launch new curricular units and create resources to further engage students and enrich their academic journey.

Fay’s traditional academic curriculum for kindergarten - grade 9 is balanced with an innovative focus on creativity and design in every discipline. In every grade, students participate in classes where they are challenged to identify problems, think creatively, and iterate and test solutions.

At Fay, comprehensive tuition includes all fees for books and supplies, lunch and snacks, local field trips, programmatic trips, and athletics. Tuition also includes morning and after-school care, which is available for all Fay students.