Admission
Join a Community Where Every Child Thrives
Discover how Kent School nurtures academic excellence and personal growth from Preschool through Grade 8, and how simple it is to get started.
Choosing a School
The Right School Makes All the Difference
Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a family. You want a place where your child will be academically challenged, emotionally supported, and known as an individual. At Kent School, we understand that every family’s needs are unique, and we’re here to help you navigate this journey with confidence.
Admission Open House
Explore Kent School
Sunday, November 15 · Program at 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.
How to Apply
Our Admissions Process
We know choosing the right school is an important decision. That’s why we’ve made our admissions process simple, welcoming, and tailored to your family. Our rolling admissions allow you to apply at a time that works for you.
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Visit Our Campus & Meet Our Team
Experience the Kent School difference firsthand. Schedule a tour to explore our beautiful campus in historic Chestertown and see our vibrant learning community in action. You’ll connect with our Assistant Head of School for Advancement to discuss your child’s needs and learn more about our programs.
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Student Experience & Evaluation
We want your child to feel at home. Depending on their grade level, they’ll spend time in a classroom setting to experience a day at Kent School.
- Grades 2–8: Full-day class visit and evaluation
- Kindergarten & Grade 1: Half-day class visit and evaluation
- Little School (Ages 3–5): 90-minute class visit and readiness evaluation
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Complete Your Application & Get Your Decision
The final step is submitting your child’s school records to complete your application. Once we receive all required documents, our team will review the application and provide an admission decision within two weeks.
From Our Families
“The School is in such a unique and beautiful place, I knew it was the right place for our family.”
We always loved the Eastern Shore and brought our young children to explore on weekends and holidays. When we discovered Kent School, we realized we could make the Shore our home.
Kent School Parent
“I was really impressed with the campus and very excited that our son could be involved in so many activities and have access to so many amenities and resources. I have been impressed with communication from the first interaction and having trust in the institution and administration is very encouraging.”
Recent Kent School Applicant
Application Checklists
What You’ll Need
Here’s what to expect for each division. Forms marked as provided by Kent School come from our Admission Office, and we’ll walk you through each one.
Ages 3–5
Little School
- Application
Provided by Kent School and completed by parent - Parent Checklist
Provided by Kent School and completed by parent - Classroom Visit
60 to 90 minutes, scheduled through the Admission Office
Kindergarten – Grade 4
Lower School
- Application
Completed by parent - Record Release Form
Provided by Kent School and given to your child’s current school - Transcript Request Form
Provided by Kent School and given to your child’s current school - Teacher Recommendation
Provided by Kent School and given to your child’s current school - Classroom Visit, Testing & Evaluation
Kindergarten: 90 minutes
Grade 1: 8:45 a.m. to noon
Grades 2–4: 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Grades 5–8
Middle School
- Application
Completed by parent - Record Release Form
Provided by Kent School and given to your child’s current school - Transcript Request Form
Provided by Kent School and given to your child’s current school - Language Arts Teacher Recommendation
Provided by Kent School and given to your child’s current school - Math Teacher Recommendation
Provided by Kent School and given to your child’s current school - Classroom Visit, Testing & Evaluation
8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Tuition & Affordability
An Exceptional Education Within Reach
Our tuition covers academic fees, books and learning materials, and school-sponsored field trips, and many families pay far less than the published rate. You’ll find current tuition, payment plans, and how to apply for tuition assistance all in one place.
39%+
of our families receive tuition assistance
~$8,681
average tuition assistance award
~$350K
awarded in tuition assistance grants every year
Next Steps
Ready to Begin?
We believe that choosing the right school is about more than academics. It’s about finding a place where your child can thrive, explore, and grow. We can’t wait to welcome your family and show you all that Kent School has to offer. Prefer to talk first? Call us at (410) 778-4100.
Still Exploring?
Download the Kent School Viewbook
The Kent School Viewbook covers what a Preschool to Grade 8 education here looks like, along with the secondary schools and colleges our graduates go on to attend.