Palo Alto, CA · 1–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
2890 Middlefield Rd, 94306 · (650) 328-1711
Enrollment
317
Student:teacher
9:1
Published tuition
$47,700–$51,400
Application fee
$100
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Tuition by division
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Head of school
Heather Rogers
Head of School
Curriculum & special classes
Keys School offers a K-8 academic program focused on whole child learning, balancing academic rigor with social and emotional development. The curriculum emphasizes confidence, curiosity, and emotional intelligence to unlock intellectual growth, with hands-on discovery in Lower School and critical thinking and leadership in Middle School.
Financial aid
The school offers financial assistance, and interested families are encouraged to inquire.
Application fee: $100
Before & after school care
Before school
Before school care is offered from 7:30 AM and is free.
After school
After Care Program / Extended Day Program is available as an optional add-on. It offers options until 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM, and includes post enrichment/clubs during After Care.
Cost
Yearly Plan: 3:30 PM-5:00 PM for $4,140/yr; 3:30 PM-6:00 PM for $5,525/yr. Drop-In Rates: 3:30 - 4 PM for $17; 3:30 - 5 PM for $34; 3:30 - 6 PM for $51. Post Enrichment/Clubs: 4:40 - 5 PM for $10; 5 - 6 PM for $27.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
Applications for Keys School open on September 1st. The school uses Ravenna for its application process and offers open houses and campus tours for interested families. Admissions decisions are published in March.
Apply by
January 7, 2027
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$100
What they ask for: Application form, application fee ($100), student & family photos, Parent/Guardian Conference, Parent/Guardian Questionnaire, Student Questionnaire (Grades 6-8), Current Teacher Recommendation Form, Head/Advisor Recommendation Form (Grades 1-8), Previous and Current Transcripts (Grades 1-8), Campus Playdate (Grades K-1) or School Visit Day (Grades 2-8).
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