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
We appreciate your interest in The Key School. During your school search we encourage you to explore our website, learn more about Key, and join us for an upcoming event.
Giving
You have the opportunity to align your giving with your passion by electing to support your choice of the School's ongoing funding priorities.
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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The Key Experience

In lieu of in-person open houses this fall, Key offered a virtual opportunity for families to become better acquainted with the School. Recorded sessions from our November 2020 Virtual Open Houses, in addition to recordings from faculty members highlighting specific aspects of Key's program, provide valuable insight about life at Key to assist in your search for the independent school that is the right fit for your student and family.

Upper School (Grades 9 - 12)

Lower School (Grades 1 - 4)

Middle School (Grades 5 - 8)

First School (2.5 yrs. - Kindergarten)

The 2021-2022 application deadline is January 15, 2021. Learn more about applying to Key.

If you would like to schedule an after school tour of campus, contact us.