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Annapolis, MD 21403 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Key School
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About
About The Key School
The Key School is a licensed child care center in Annapolis, Maryland. It is licensed by the state.
It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and part-time care. It lists yearly tuition from $1,420 to $23,905.
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (410) 263-9231 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 2½ yrs - Kindergarten (First School) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp |
| Class size | Average Class Size: 16 |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Discounts | 5% tuition credit for third child enrolled; 10% for fourth child enrolled |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Key School lists yearly tuition from $1,420 to $23,905.
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After School 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. extension (Monday - Friday rate) | $1,580 |
| After School Program, 2 Days (T, Th), 3:15 - 5:30 p.m. | $1,420 |
| After School Program, 3 days (M, W, F or T, W, Th), 3:15 - 5:30 p.m. | $2,120 |
| After School Program, Monday - Friday 3:15 - 5:30 p.m. | $3,650 |
| Key-Wee & Pre-School – 3 Days (T, W, Th), 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | $10,875 |
| Key-Wee & Pre-School – 3 Days, 8:00 a.m. - 3:10 p.m. | $14,010 |
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| Key-Wee & Pre-School – 5 Days | $18,135 |
| Key-Wee & Pre-School – 5 Days with 2 days extended to 3:10 p.m. | $20,225 |
| Key-Wee & Pre-School – 5 Days with 3 days extended to 3:10 p.m. | $21,270 |
| Key-Wee & Pre-School – 5 Days with 5 days extended to 3:10 p.m. | $23,360 |
| Kindergarten | $23,905 |
| application fee | $60 |
11 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for The Key School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 5, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 1 rule in all
- Staff training and qualifications 1
For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Mar 5, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
13A.16.06.09C
“Licensing Specialist did not observe 12 hours of continued training for one Teacher for their last full year of employment.”
- Sep 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Key School
Is The Key School licensed?
Yes. Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Key School last inspected?
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists the most recent visit on March 5, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Key School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
What are The Key School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (410) 263-9231 to confirm.
How much does The Key School cost?
Yearly tuition from $1,420 to $23,905, as it lists it.
What is The Key School's phone number?
(410) 263-9231.
Where is The Key School?
Annapolis, MD 21403.