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Why Choose an Episcopal School

St. Anne’s School of Annapolis values its Episcopal identity through its mission and core values. Episcopal education has traditionally been far-reaching, preparing an individual in many ways – from the intellect to social skill to the building of souls. St. Anne’s School of Annapolis follows the guiding principles of Episcopal education – valuing intellectual discipline, reason and wonder; governing oneself; living in community; and preparing for a life of purpose. 

  • An Episcopal education isn’t just for Episcopalians. The Episcopal Church prides itself on openness and flexibility and that is a important component of our educational program. By linking Episcopal values to a broad religious context, St. Anne’s School nurtures all students in their own religious traditions.
  • At St. Anne’s School of Annapolis, inquiry is a way of learning. We encourage children to think for themselves. Our inquiry-centered and integrated academic program provides the framework for making connections, examining multiple perspectives, challenging assumptions and learning how to reason. We encourage children to think for themselves.
  • We are committed to teaching students -- and our entire school community -- how to live and learn among people of diverse age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, race, religion, and socio-economic status.  We help children respect themselves and others in the world. We actively seek families of all faiths and backgrounds.  Multiple perspectives, multicultural themes, and issues of equity and justice are incorporated into the curriculum. 
  • We believe that everyone should use their own gifts to help others. Children contribute to our school and the community in numerous ways. They participate in morning meeting, direct chapel and select and follow through with service projects. All students have an opportunity to explore their own talents and use those developing talents to help others.
  •  We are also committed to individual responsibility and personal growth.  We help children learn how to work through conflicts in ways that promote greater understanding and leave each person’s dignity intact.  As they grow at St. Anne’s School, children are expected to demonstrate increasing levels of independence, self-awareness, and responsibility.
  • Students, faculty and staff attend chapel each week and All-School chapels are held monthly. Families in our school community are always welcome at our services. St. Anne’s Head of School is the spiritual leader of our school and is actively engaged in our religious educational program. The Head leads Lower School chapel, teaches leadership class in middle school and is an advocate and an ambassador for our Episcopal identity. Our faculty and staff represent diverse spiritual backgrounds but are all committed to the role of community in education, in the Episcopal tradition.
  • St. Anne’s School of Annapolis was founded by St. Anne’s Church in Annapolis. Today the church and school are separate organizations, with separate governance, but still unite for activities throughout the year. This relationship provides wonderful opportunities for mutual support, program development, and service.