About Doane Stuart
The Doane Stuart School is one of the region’s oldest coeducational schools.
At Doane Stuart, students learn by actively engaging with the curriculum, one that is traditional at its core and is also flexible enough to allow a student to follow their passions. The classroom exudes intellectual curiosity, inquiry and genuine scholarship. Students at Doane Stuart appreciate fine teaching and make life-long friends of their teachers and their peers.
Doane Stuart students know the joy of discovery, the importance of inquiry, and the power of understanding
Doane Stuart teachers provide a great deal of differentiated learning. Our faculty choose to teach at Doane Stuart because of the small classes and close-knit community. In addition, they coach athletic teams, oversee student-run clubs AND even offer Saturday activities. We boast the finest teaching in the region.
Doane Stuart was established in 1975, with the merger of two Albany schools—Kenwood Academy, founded in 1852, and St. Agnes School, founded in 1870—that were rooted in the Roman Catholic and Episcopal traditions. The resulting organization is a place at which students of all faiths grow and learn together. The school’s emphasis is interfaith; most faiths are celebrated, and students learn about all the world’s major religions. Students are asked to consider why so many people in the world choose a life of faith; they are urged to study many religions while also exploring and developing their own beliefs and values. The community is based on tolerance and respect. It is a place to grow your mind and build your heart. As a co-educational interfaith school, we welcome students of all backgrounds and traditions. We celebrate diversity, and we provide a nurturing yet challenging environment that prepares students for today’s global community.
Beginning in the academic year 2024-2025, Doane Stuart and The Taylor School will join forces to provide an enriching educational journey, spanning from early childhood through high school. Our collaborative program offers a dynamic learning environment that fosters growth, development, and success. With a focus on personalized attention and holistic well-being, we are dedicated to nurturing the overall growth of each student. Welcome to a transformative educational experience where every student can thrive.
We are more than a school. We are a family of families -partners in the critical work of preparing students for lives of meaning and purpose.