Lower School

Students engage in a rich curriculum of math, language arts, social studies, science, design, innovation & engineering, Spanish, art, and music taught by expert faculty. Beyond mastering these subjects, they develop crucial skills such as problem-solving, inquiry, self-advocacy, collaboration, and independent thinking.

Small class sizes and a tight-knit community allow Key teachers to know their students well and tailor learning to their strengths, needs, and interests. Flexible grouping models in reading and math ensure tailored challenges, acceleration, and support to drive stronger outcomes for every student.

Students are offered opportunities to learn leadership skills, both in and out of the classroom. Whether helping others, modeling classroom agreements, or serving as a student ambassador, Lower School students learn and practice the skills they need to succeed at Key and in life.

Key’s music program combines the nationally recognized Orff Schulwerk music program with music literacy and theory. Orff Schulwerk engages students in the study of speech, rhythm, instruments, singing, dance, and improvisation.