Preschool & Kindergarten in Anne Arundel County | Key School

About
Founded in 1958 by professors from St. John's College, Key School engages children from 2.5 years of age through grade 12 in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory, day program on its picturesque 15-acre campus located 4 miles from downtown Annapolis.
Academics
Key's rigorous academic program emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies and global perspectives while encouraging both collaboration and independent thinking.
Program
Key's program is designed to develop independent thinkers, creative innovators, effective collaborators, tenacious problem-solvers, and articulate leaders while cultivating in its students a deep sense of purpose, accountability and intrinsic motivation.
Admission
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Giving
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Alumni/ae/x
With more than 1,300 alumni/ae/x across 40 states and more than 20 countries, Key’s alumni/ae/x community is more vibrant than ever.
Community
2020-2021 Events:

Please stay tuned as we navigate the complexities of this academic year and work to find new ways of connecting with one another while keeping our campus and community safe and healthy.

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First School

2.5 years - Kindergarten

Defining Elements of Key's First School

Life Skills

In Key’s school-wide Life Skills curriculum, First School students learn to work cooperatively, to share, and to respect others.

Multi-Sensory Phonics

This fun, child-centered approach teaches the 42 main letter sounds in a specific sequence.

Early Childhood Specialists

Attuned to current brain research and best educational practices, Key's experienced faculty instill excitement for academic work in math, science and language arts daily.

Nature Explore Classroom

This outdoor learning environment connects children with nature and supports cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.

Treetop Learning Center

The Treetop Learning Center is home to our First School science classes and Build It Lab and engages children in hands-on, multidisciplinary challenges integrating science, technology, engineering, and math.

Curricular Overview

Key employs a highly motivated and dedicated faculty who consistently hone the curriculum to best address the interests and needs of the students.

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