Growing Up in Marin

Growing up in Marin County has been enlightening towards the community-oriented and family-friendly suburbs of this amazing place. One of the main attractions for families moving to Marin is to build and expand a family in an area with an unbeatable education system, safety and security of neighborhoods, and room to grow. This being said, an understanding of what the county has to offer is extremely important as well to be able to raise and grow your family in whatever way you deem fit. Some towns and neighborhoods tend to be populated by older crowds and there are neighborhoods that are perfect for younger or older families. In the end, it comes down to deciding what is important to you, the buyer, and the needs of your family.

 

The education system is typically the main focus for expanding families and the schooling system in Marin as well as the opportunities it creates are sure to give your children the best possible building blocks as they continue to grow up! Another amazing part of the schools in Marin is that the public schools are nationally honored (which also helps with home values!) While this may work for some children, countless other private schools can be beneficial to different learning types such as the small class sizes at Marin Horizon or MCDS or the catholic oversight of Marin Catholic. All of the public and private schools offer different opportunities and biases towards certain extracurriculars which is perfect for when your child's interests begin to expand. The county is split into districts for public schools but applying for a district change is not hard.

 

Aside from the schooling, the overall community orientation throughout Marin is astounding. In every part of Marin that I lived in growing up, I have fond memories of throwing the ball with my buddies at block parties, knowing everyone in my neighborhood, and feeling safe. Every neighborhood and town has its respective events whether its neighborhood-wide trick or treating in the massive parade in Mariner’s Cove or Shady Lane to the little league parades through larkspur and Kentfield. It is an amazing way to make new friends, enjoy sunny summer days, and get to know your neighbors. These also provide an amazing way for your kids to make new friends in the neighborhood and community.

 

For many parents, the summer can be a difficult time with kids. In Marin, not so much! The overwhelming amount of summer camps and summer activities for kids are amazing for the parent who still has to work. There are camps for kids of all ages as well as many activities that can take up the day such as bike rides, the open pool at College of Marin, and Rand oss Valley Summerschool to name a few. You will have no trouble finding even the most niche camp or activity for your kids so they can enjoy their summer while you are working!