Preschool Through Grade 8 · Chestertown, Maryland
An Inspired Learning Community for Your Child's Bright Future
On the banks of the Chester River, Kent School offers a rigorous and joyful education in small classes where every child is known, challenged, and encouraged to grow.
Discover Kent School
Sunday, November 15 · 2:00 p.m.
Families of children in Preschool 3 through Grade 8 are invited to spend a Sunday afternoon on our riverside campus. Meet our faculty, see our classrooms in action, and tour the new Osprey Innovation Center and our newly renovated Middle School.
Why Kent School
We Nurture Academic Excellence and Personal Growth
At Kent School, children from Preschool through Grade 8 thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive environment that prepares them for high school and beyond.
Research-Informed Teachers
Our educators use innovative strategies to create a responsive and engaging learning experience tailored to each child's unique needs.
Experiential Learning
With programs like Chesapeake Bay Studies, our students explore and engage with the natural world, building critical thinking skills and environmental awareness.
Inclusive Community Values
We foster a supportive, inclusive culture where every student is valued and empowered to become a responsible, ethical citizen.
Preschool 3 Through Grade 8
Find Your Child's Place at Kent School
Three divisions share one riverside campus and one close community, so your child can grow with us from their very first school days through eighth grade.
Preschool 3 and PreK
Little School
A warm first school experience where curiosity, play, and early learning build the confidence young children carry into kindergarten.
Kindergarten Through Grade 4
Lower School
Strong foundations in reading, writing, and math, taught by teachers who know each child well and help them discover a love of learning.
Grades 5 Through 8
Middle School
Rigorous academics, real leadership opportunities, and personal guidance through the secondary school process to prepare students for the high school that fits them best.
Tuition & Affordability
See How Affordable We Can Be
We believe an exceptional education should be within reach for every family. For many families, a Kent School education costs far less than the published tuition.
39%+
of our families receive tuition assistance
~$8,681
average tuition assistance award
~$350K
awarded in tuition assistance grants every year
Admission
Getting Started is Simple
01
Schedule a Campus Tour
Experience our campus, meet our teachers, and see our programs in action.
02
Apply Online
Submit your application and our admission team will guide you through each step.
03
Join a Thriving Community
Once accepted, your child will be welcomed into a nurturing environment where they can excel academically and socially.
From Our Families
What Our Families Are Saying
“Reflecting on how thankful I am that our kids are safe and well cared for here as I wait for pickup today. We have so much to be grateful for.”
Current Kent School Parent
“We are so extremely grateful that our son's middle school years were spent here at Kent School. He was able to step up and be a leader, be a member of a team, work toward common goals, problem solve, explore his interests, step out of his comfort zone, and self advocate. What an incredible gift those years were!”
Previous Kent School Parent
“Kent School gave my daughter the foundation to succeed academically and socially. She left with a strong sense of self and an understanding of what it means to be a responsible citizen.”
Previous Kent School Parent
Life at Kent School
News & Upcoming Events
Latest News
How Much Is Private School in Maryland? What Families Actually Pay at Kent School
Private school tuition is rarely what families actually pay. Here’s what Kent School costs, what our inclusive tuition covers, and how tuition assistance puts a Kent education within reach for more families than you might expect.
How Kent School Prepares Students for High School and Beyond
High school preparation is about more than grades and test scores. At Kent School, students develop the confidence, communication skills, critical thinking, and independence they need to thrive in independent, public, and college-preparatory high schools while building a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
The Scholar-Athlete: Why Middle School Sports Are the Secret to Classroom Success
Athletics are about more than competition. At Kent School, middle school sports help students develop resilience, confidence, teamwork, and focus, skills that support success both in the classroom and beyond.
Upcoming Events
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See Your Child Thrive Academically, Socially, and Personally
At Kent School, your child will gain more than academic skills. They'll develop resilience, compassion, and a lifelong love of learning. Our graduates move on to top high schools and enter the world with confidence and a commitment to making a difference.