K-12 independent school in San Anselmo with specialized support for learning differences, ADD/ADHD, and diverse learning needs
San Domenico School is a K-12 independent school in San Anselmo, CA that explicitly supports students with mild learning differences, ADD/ADHD, and other learning needs. The school offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support services, ensuring that students with these diagnoses receive specialized instruction alongside their peers in a structured, values-based environment.
With an average class size of 18 students and 79% of faculty holding advanced degrees, San Domenico provides individualized attention and expertise. The curriculum balances rigorous academics—including honors and AP courses across sciences, humanities, and arts—with a strong co-curricular program featuring 16 varsity sports, multiple arts offerings, and 40+ clubs. The expansive 515-acre campus offers a supportive, inclusive community where students with learning differences can explore their strengths and interests while receiving the academic scaffolding they need to succeed.
San Domenico serves K-12 day students and high school boarders. For 2024-25, tuition ranges from $46,575 (K-5) to $65,000 (9-12), with 34% of families receiving financial aid. Admissions are rolling; interested families should contact the K-8 admissions director (Amy Strousse) or 9-12 director (Amy Saavedra) at (415) 258-1900 or visit sandomenico.org for more information about the school's learning support programs.
At a Glance
GradesKindergarten-12
Students680
Class Size18:1 ratio
Tuition2034-25; $46,575 (K-5); $50,850 (6–8); $65,000 (9–12)
Fin. Aid34% receive aid
Est.1850
DeadlineJan. 8 / Jan. 16 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1850 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | 2034-25; $46,575 (K-5); $50,850 (6–8); $65,000 (9–12) |
| Total Students | 680 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 78 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 79 |
| Average Class Size | 18 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | K-8 Amy Strousse / 9-12 Amy Saavedra |
| Admissions Associate | Marcena Peterson |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 8 / Jan. 16 / rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 34 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Advanced Courses
Honors Algebra 2Honors BiologyHonors CeramicsHonors ChemistryHonors Contemporary Global HistoryHonors DanceHonors EnglishHonors Game Design and ProductionHonors GeometryHonors Media Studies (for Filmmaking)Honors Media Studies (for Game Design)Honors Modern World HistoryHonors PrecalculusHonors Programming for GamesHonors ScreenwritingHonors TheaterHonors Visual ArtsShow More (24)Hide
AP Courses
AP 2-D Art and DesignAP 3-D Art and DesignAP BiologyAP Calculus ABAP Calculus BCAP ChemistryAP Chinese Language and CultureAP Computer Science AAP Computer Science PrinciplesAP DrawingAP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental ScienceAP MacroeconomicsAP MicroeconomicsAP Music TheoryAP Physics 1AP Physics C: MechanicsAP PsychologyAP Spanish Language and CultureAP StatisticsAP Studio ArtAP US History
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Badminton · Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Dance · Flag Football · Golf · Mountain Biking · Sailing · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Water Polo |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Anime · Asian Student Association · Black Student Association · Body Positive · Book Club · Chess Club · Cooking Club · Economics Club · Film Club · Gardening Green Team · Guitar Club · Hydroponics Club · Jew Crew · Junior Statemen of America · Latino League · Model United Nations · Mountain Biking · Multicultural Club · National Honor Society · Panther Press Newspaper · Panther Spirit Club · Peer Resource · Queer Student Union · Robotics · Social Justice Club · Speech Team · Student Council · Yearbook · Show More (12) · Hide · Arts and Music Programs: · Jazz Band · Rock Band |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) · California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Contact the school
(415) 258-19001500 Butterfield Road, San Anselmo, California 94960
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