MHS is an amazing school all around. Not only are the teachers the most dedicated we've seen, and the academics stellar, but they go beyond that, to teach children how to be good citizens of the community, to appreciate the privileges they have and to give back to those less fortunate, to be leaders,
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
I am the parent of 2 children at MHS (from the 2-yr old toddler program through 4th grade, so far). I have been constantly amazed by the love of learning that has been instilled in my children and the innovation and creativity of the teachers. Their teachers have continually found new ways to stimulate
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Posted by a parent on 05/20/08
My two children have attended this school since they were 2 and our experience has been nothing less than stellar. The quality of academics and the attention given to all aspects (social, emotional, and intellectual) of each individual student is outstanding. The partnership that administrators and teachers
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Posted by a parent on 07/20/07
My daughter attended Marin Horizon from the primary years to graduation in 8th grade. In that time she learned great academic skills (scientific observation, math up to algebra 2, essay construction, and a sensitive and deep understanding of the causes and effects of world events/history. She learned
... Read more how to solve problems with peers and how to work with teachers to make the most of her skills. Her experience at Marin Horizon was worth every sacrifice her dad and I made to send her there. She has since graduated from an excellent high school in San Francisco and is in the midst of an exciting college experience. She will always be a 'Marin Horizon kid' and we are deeply grateful for that. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/21/06
A nice little school in a quiet setting. The vibe is very caring and aware of other cultures. The school is anti-competition which is a nice break in a very competitive environment. The current Head of School is focused on bringing the school into competition with the elite local private schools.
... Read more A new building is on the way after a long battle. This should provide a much needed upgrade to the physical plant. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/10/06
MHS is fantastic. The students are held to very high academic standards, inspired to be responsible to the community, engaged and immersed in the program, where curiosity drives their ambition to learn. The academics provide global perspective, the program provides skills to be a self motivated individual,
... Read more and the environment provides the self confidence to keep moving forward. They are very well prepared for high school and beyond. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/06/04
This is a great school where the kids enjoy learning. They do not memorize dates to learn history, like we did, but they learn it in an active way. For example, they actually role-play the Nuremburg Trials in Middle School. Awesome!
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Mill Valley schools — Marin Horizon School is located at 305 Montford Ave, Mill Valley CA 94941. 305 Montford Ave is in the 94941 ZIP code in Mill Valley, CA Marin Horizon School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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