From the Head of School

Welcome to Marin Primary & Middle School!

It is a privilege to serve as Head of School and to welcome you to a community that I believe in deeply. Over my three decades in education, I have worked in many schools, but I have never loved a school as much as I love this one. It is the kind of place that settles into the warm corners of your heart and makes you never want to leave. It is a place where students are encouraged to discover who they are and grow with confidence and joy. 

Our School is shaped by three core tenets: Be Connected. Be Curious. Be Courageous. These values are more than words on a wall; they define how we learn, how we build relationships, and how we grow together. From our youngest preschoolers through our oldest middle schoolers, MP&MS encourages students to embrace joyful learning and build connections to become compassionate members of their communities.

Academic depth is at the heart of the Marin Primary & Middle School experience and, at the same time, we know that educating the whole child means nurturing every aspect of who our students are. Whether in the classroom, on the stage, on the field, in Projects Lab, through our Open Sky outdoor education program, or with the personalized support and enrichment of the Open Minds Learning Center, students are challenged to explore their passions, discover new interests, and build confidence in themselves.

The strength of our school has always been our people. Our talented faculty bring expertise, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to knowing each child well. In collaboration with our families, this is a community where students are inspired every day and parents feel connected to each other as they watch their children grow up together. 

I hope you will visit our campus and experience the warmth, curiosity, and sense of belonging that define Marin Primary & Middle School. I look forward to welcoming you personally and sharing this special community so many of us are proud to call home.

Linda Hoopes
Head of School