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Pender County

Tranquil Living with Military Support

Pender County offers a serene and peaceful environment for military families looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life while still being close to essential military installations. Located just north of Wilmington, this county is known for its picturesque landscapes, including the beautiful Topsail Island, which provides residents with stunning beach views and endless outdoor activities. Pender County's small-town charm and close-knit communities make it an ideal place for military families to settle down.

The county’s commitment to supporting its military residents is evident through its excellent schools, community programs, and family-friendly events. Whether you’re enjoying the natural beauty of the coastal marshes or participating in local community activities, Pender County offers a relaxed lifestyle with the convenience of nearby military facilities. It's a place where you can enjoy the best of both worlds—tranquility and strong military support.

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Schools In The Area

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South Topsail Elementary School 910-270-2756 Public PK-5
Rocky Point Elementary School 910-675-2309 Public PK-5
Cape Fear Middle School 910-602-3334 Public 6-8
Topsail High School 910-270-2755 Public 9-12
South Topsail Elementary School 910-270-2756 Public PK-5
Rocky Point Elementary School 910-675-2309 Public PK-5
Topsail Annandale Elementary School 910-270-1977 Public KG-5
North Topsail Elementary School 910-270-0694 Public KG-5
Surf City Elementary School 910-928-0067 Public PK-5
Cape Fear Elementary School 910-602-3767 Public PK-5
Penderlea Elementary School 910-285-2761 Public KG-8
C. F. Pope Elementary School 910-259-0145 Public PK-5
Malpass Corner Elementary School 910-283-5889 Public PK-5
Penderlea Christian Academy 910-259-9899 Private PK-12
South Topsail Elementary School 910-270-2756 Public PK-5
Rocky Point Elementary School 910-675-2309 Public PK-5
Topsail Annandale Elementary School 910-270-1977 Public KG-5
Cape Fear Middle School 910-602-3334 Public 6-8
North Topsail Elementary School 910-270-0694 Public KG-5
Surf City Middle School 910-928-0087 Public 6-8
Surf City Elementary School 910-928-0067 Public PK-5
Cape Fear Elementary School 910-602-3767 Public PK-5
Topsail Middle School 910-270-2612 Public 6-8
Penderlea Elementary School 910-285-2761 Public KG-8
C. F. Pope Elementary School 910-259-0145 Public PK-5
Malpass Corner Elementary School 910-283-5889 Public PK-5
Burgaw Middle School 910-259-0149 Public 6-8
West Pender Middle School 910-283-5626 Public 6-8
Penderlea Christian Academy 910-259-9899 Private PK-12
Cape Fear Middle School 910-602-3334 Public 6-8
Surf City Middle School 910-928-0087 Public 6-8
Topsail Middle School 910-270-2612 Public 6-8
Penderlea Elementary School 910-285-2761 Public KG-8
West Pender Middle School 910-283-5626 Public 6-8
Burgaw Middle School 910-259-0149 Public 6-8
Penderlea Christian Academy 910-259-9899 Private PK-12
Topsail High School 910-270-2755 Public 9-12
Pender Early College High School 910-362-7925 Public 9-12
Heide Trask High School 910-602-6810 Public 9-12
Pender High School 910-259-0162 Public 9-12
Penderlea Christian Academy 910-259-9899 Private PK-12

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