Tuition & Financial Aid
Keeping Tuition Attainable, Together
An independent school education is an investment in your child’s growth, grounded in a community that shares your family’s vision and values. At Jackson Walnut Park School, we are committed to making this education accessible and to nurturing a sense of belonging for every child. Tuition is set annually by the Jackson Walnut Park School Board of Trustees, with a continued effort to keep increases modest and support families who demonstrate a need for adjusted tuition. We also offer flexible payment plan options to help create an arrangement that works best for your family.
Please explore the details below and know that our admissions and finance teams are always available to answer your questions or provide guidance.
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Primary Full Day
$22,990 per year | Ages 2.9–6 | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Primary Half Day
$19,630 per year | Ages 2.9–4 8:00 – 11:30 AM
Toddler Full Day
$30,300 per year | Ages 18m – 3 years | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
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Kindergarten – Grade 6
$22,990 per year | 7:45 AM – 2:40 PM
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Before School Early Start Care
*Available for all Jackson Walnut Park students and open from 7:00-7:45 for Elementary and 7:00-8:00 for MEC students. Rates are calculated based on the days selected and paid in advance each quarter via Camp Brain.
Sample Rates
Fall | September 7 - December 17, 2026
Mondays | $120.00
Tuesdays | $140.00
Wednesdays | $130.00
Thursdays | $140.00
Fridays | $110.00
Winter | January 4 - March 12
Mondays | $80.00
Tuesdays | $100.00
Wednesdays | $100.00
Thursdays | $100.00
Fridays | $90.00
Kids’ Corner After School Care Program
*Available for all Jackson Walnut Park students registered for the Full Day and open from 2:30 - 6:00 pm. All Kids’ Corner program billing is monthly via Camp Brain.
Kids Corner Yearly Tuition Rates
5 days | $8,347.50
4 days | $7,297.50
3 days | $5,565.00
2 days | $3,780.00
1 day | $1,890.00
Early Dismissal Options
Session I | 11:30-2:30 | $50 per day
Session I and II | 11:30-6:00 | $110 per day
Kids' Corner - Conference Day Options
Session I | 8:00-11:30 | $60 per day
Session I & II | 8:00-2:30 | $120 per day
Full Day | 8:00-6:00 | $150 per day
* (Pending waitlists, when applicable)
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Payment Choices
We offer payment schedule options to support your family’s financial planning, including one-, two-, or ten-installment plans.
Tuition payments are managed through FACTS Tuition Management for security and convenience.
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Financial Aid
We proudly offer need-based financial aid, ensuring all qualified students can access our community. Admissions decisions are made without regard to whether a student has applied for financial aid.
If you plan to apply for financial aid, please notify our Admissions Office as early as possible.
For questions and support with financial aid, please email amartins@jwpschools.org.
Important Financial Aid Application Timing & Details
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Application Due Date
New Applicants: Complete the Financial Aid Clarity application by January 15, and upload the 2026 W-2 and tax documentation by February 15.
Returning Families: Complete the Financial Aid Clarity application by January 15, and upload the 2026 W-2 documentation by February 5.
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Letter of Circumstance*
A letter of circumstance may be included with the application and sent to our admissions office as an attachment.
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Need-based
Financial aid awards are based on a families’ demonstrated needs.
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Decision Timing
New Applicants: Families who apply for financial aid by January 15 will be sent their award decisions by March 10.
Returning Families: Families who apply for financial aid by January 15 will be sent their award decisions by February 15.
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How to Apply
JWP is proud to use Clarity Financial Aid to determine a family’s level of financial need based on the information that families share in the application. The application is mobile-friendly and fully translated into Spanish.
Step 1: Create an account in Clarity (URL:https://app.clarityapp.com/sign-in)
Step 2: Begin your application and add “Jackson Walnut Park School” to your student applicant entry.
Step 3: Follow all the instructions and upload your tax information.
*You may write a letter of circumstance. Please include the amount of aid requested, a summary of your family’s circumstances, and any recent or anticipated changes. In addition to uploading this letter with your online application, please send a copy of the letter to our Admissions Office as an attachment.
We’re here to help
Please reach out to our Admissions Office at admissions@jwpschools.org or call (617) 202-9772 with any questions about tuition, payment plans, or the financial aid process. Together, we will support your child’s path to a joyful, purpose-driven education.