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
A vibrant, engaged community of students, parents, faculty, staff, and friends. Discover more about the community at Key School.

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Our Program

Key's innovative approach to teaching and learning, both in and out of the classroom, is what sets us apart from other independent schools. 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.

Renowned for our interdisciplinary program, Key students experience meaningful connections, value and respect the differences of others, and have a positive outlook on learning and their futures. A diverse, supportive, deliberately small community that values excellence and nurtures a love of learning is what makes Key School one of the most sought-after educations in Maryland.

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