PrivateK-8 Verified

Marin Country Day School

5221 Paradise Dr, Corte Madera, CA 94925·Marin County·Independent

4.7(92)

Overview

Independent K-8 with a strong outdoor education and arts program.

Source: California Department of Education and verified parent reviews.

Academic snapshot

580

Enrollment

8:1

Student / teacher

4.7

Parent rating

$48k

Tuition (yr)

Programs

Outdoor EdArtsAthletics

Special education support

Limited special-education info on file. Contact the school directly to confirm services.

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What parents love

+Outdoor program
+Small classes

Things to consider

–Tuition

Parent reviews

Caring teachers, strong academics

Bay Area Mom · Mar 2026

5.0

Our daughter has thrived here. Teachers know each child by name and reading levels jumped within one semester.

Great community

K-Dad · Feb 2026

4.0

PTA is active, communication is consistent. Pickup logistics can be chaotic but otherwise excellent.

Inclusive and responsive IEP team

SpEd Parent · Jan 2026

5.0

The resource team genuinely partners with families. Our IEP meetings feel collaborative, not adversarial.

Parent Q&A

How does the school handle homework load?+

Most teachers cap homework at grade-appropriate levels; honors classes assign more reading.

What's the transportation situation?+

School buses are available within district boundaries; many families carpool or walk.

How responsive is the office to parent emails?+

Parents report 24-48 hour turnaround on most requests during the school year.

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School data sourced from the California Department of Education (CDE). Parent ratings and reviews shown here are illustrative samples.