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Marin Montessori School

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Corte Madera, CA · K–11

Last verified August 20, 2026

5200 Paradise Dr, 94925 · (415) 924-5388

www.marinmontessori.org

Enrollment

251

Student:teacher

7:1

Published tuition

Not listed

Application fee

$100

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Head of school

Sam Shapiro

Head of School

Sam Shapiro began his tenure at Marin Montessori School in 2015. He leads a school that empowers students to take ownership of their learning and develop essential skills for successful lives.

Curriculum & special classes

Marin Montessori School is an AMI-accredited institution, applying Dr. Montessori's approach faithfully. The curriculum focuses on fostering curiosity, independence, and problem-solving skills, with age-appropriate degrees of freedom for students to delve deeply into their interests.

Financial aid

Marin Montessori School offers a Sustainable Tuition Program, reflecting a commitment to ensuring financial capacity does not hinder access to quality education and to fostering a diverse community.

Application fee: $100

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Admissions

The admissions process involves scheduling a conversation with the Director of Admissions, attending an Open House and Tour, completing an online application with a fee, and a child or family visit. For Primary, Elementary, and Junior High, teacher evaluations and student records are also required.

Apply by

January 30, 2026 for priority admission for Fall 2026; January 29, 2027 for priority admission for Fall 2027.

Acceptance rate

Not listed

Application fee

$100

What they ask for: Online application, $100 application fee, conversation with Director of Admissions (Toddler), Open House and Tour attendance, child/family visit, teacher recommendations (Primary, Elementary, Junior High), student records (Primary, Elementary, Junior High), Junior High Applicant Admissions Questions (Junior High), Shadow Day (Junior High).

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