Program - The 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
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
Key School's program is strengthened by the support of current parents, faculty and staff, alumni, grandparents, parents of alumni, and other friends of the School who make Key their philanthropic priority, each year.
Alumni
With more than 1,300 alumni across 40 states and more than 20 countries, Key’s alumni community is more vibrant than ever.
Community
Upcoming Community Events
- Tiny Explorers: October 16-November 13
- 5K10K & Family Fun Run: October 22
  Harvest of the Artist: November 12
  Annapolis Book Festival: April 28

Our Program

Technology at Key

The School views technology as a tool students can use to solve problems and construct meaning from information gathered.

Fine and Performing Arts

The Key School recognizes the value of arts education and believes that the development of each student is dependent on intellectual endeavors in the visual and performing arts.

Outdoor Education

Key's commitment to providing a supportive environment for experiential learning extends far beyond the classroom. Opportunities for outdoor education are integral to the Key experience from First School through grade twelve.

Athletics

Students find the balance between individual achievement and the needs of the team, between broad participation and deep commitment to one sport. Key students value intense competition and at the same time they honor good sportsmanship.

College Advising

The college advising process at Key includes a comprehensive and student-centered approach to searching for, applying to, and deciding upon a college.

Summer at KEY

Paddleboarding, 3-D Printing, Swim Club, Photo Journalism, Filmsters Academy, Baking Boot Camp, Chess, Art Institute, Canoeing and Kayaking, Soccer, Computer Programming, Musical Theater, Nerf Madness, and much more.

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