The Marin School

Specialties

The Marin School attracts smart kids who want something different in their education. We honor each student’s unique learning style and act in accordance with an unshakeable belief in the potential of each and every student.

The Marin School faculty is made up of passionate, skilled, motivated teachers who love what they do. They wholeheartedly believe in each student’s unique potential and are equipped with the talent, tools, skill and enthusiasm to meet the needs of multiple learning styles.

Small class sizes naturally encourage more personalized teaching, experiential learning, innovative lessons and non-​traditional, yet effective, learning opportunities. We offer a challenging, thought-​provoking curriculum that effectively prepares graduates for college and life beyond.

Small School, Big Impact

History

Established in 1980.

Who are we?

*College-​preparatory high school (UC approved curriculum)

*Excellent student/​teacher ratio (7 to 1)

*A class size that promotes learning (avg 8)

*Accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WASC) and California Association of *Independent Schools (CAIS)

Who are the students we enroll?

*Students who demonstrate academic and creative potential

*Students who will actively participate in the learning process and in the school

*Students who will make a personal investment in their academic success

*Students who are seeking a close relationship with their teachers

*Students who value the opportunities offered in a small learning community

*Smart kids who want something different in their education

Why do parents choose The Marin School?

*TMS places its graduates in prominent universities nationwide

*TMS teaches in small seminar-​style classes

*The talented and caring TMS teachers nurture each individual student’s passion and learning style

Meet the Business Owner

Barbara B.

Business Owner

Barbara J Brown, EdD — Head of School

Barbara joined TMS as the Head of School in 2011; bringing more than 30 years experience in education. She was the Founding Head of School at The Oakwood School, a K-​12, college-​preparatory independent school in Greenville, North Carolina. Previously she also served as Head of School at Oak Hill School in Eugene, Oregon, another K-​12 college-​preparatory school. In addition, she worked at Menlo School in Atherton, Mid-​Peninsula High School in Menlo Park, and Santa Catalina School in Monterey.

She earned her BA from the University of California, Santa Barbara; MA in Education from Stanford University School of Education; and Doctorate in Administration, Planning and Social Policy from Harvard Graduate School of Education. She received two awards for Outstanding Teaching for her innovative techniques in the classroom. She is a member of the Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Alumni Council, representing the West Coast.