Point Dume School

The mission of Point Dume School is to empower our students to realize their individual potential, develop a sense of confidence in themselves as learners and prepare them for the next steps in their lives. Thus, Point Dume School strives to create a unique curriculum embracing progressive educational practices along with individualized support and state-of-the-art assistive technologies to provide our students with an enriched academic curriculum and a supportive and tolerant community.
Within our daily school setting, we seek to develop analytical and critical thinkers who grasp new ideas and knowledge from a global perspective.
Recognizing that students have a variety of needs at each developmental stage and learn in different ways, Point Dume School is committed to help each student: Learn to think critically Cultivate a passion for success in academics Achieve a sense of emotional and physical well-being Celebrate differences and our common humanity Gain a sense of personal and community responsibility Develop a life-long love of learning.

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Point Dume School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ADHA, Dyslexia, Hig Functioning Autism, Twice Gifted
Year Founded
2008
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Point Dume School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
8 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Point Dume School is an independent, progressive elementary, middle and high school with enrollment from kindergarten through 12th grade. Small multi-age classes are led by expert teachers (8:1 ratio). Our K-12 curriculum includes: mathematics, reading, writing, humanities, science, Spanish, music, art, and physical education for all ages.Our Mission is to empower students to realize their individual potential, foster their innate desire to learn and act with social responsibility. Thus Point Dume School strives to create a unique curriculum embracing the best of progressive educational practices, which provide our students with an enriched academic curriculum and a supportive and creative community. Within our daily school setting, we seek to develop analytical and critical thinkers who grasp new ideas and knowledge from the world around them. Recognizing that students learn in different ways, our graduates leave Point Dume School as creative problem-solvers prepared to thrive in our complex, 21st-century world.
We Emphasize:
  • Guided, cooperative learning
  • Social and emotional skills such as inclusion, empathy, kindness and diversity
  • Connections across academics, such as math with history
  • Inquiry-based projects, short and long term
  • Positive discipline
  • Environmental sustainability
Our Philosophyis that children learn best when:
  • They are actively involved.
  • They use all of their senses to discuss, debate, explore, investigate, create, and gather their own information.
  • They study subjects in depth rather than in broad overviews, bringing in information and concepts from related areas.
  • They are interested in the topic, are challenged but not frustrated, and are having fun.
Our Curriculumis designed to:
  • Rely on non-competitive assessments, not standardized testing.
  • Be student centered.
  • Be age appropriate.
  • Teach core concepts and skills, academic and social.
  • Include open-ended learning experiences which have many solutions to one problem.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Point Dume School offer a summer program?
Yes, Point Dume School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Point Dume School's ranking?
Point Dume School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Point Dume School?
The application deadline for Point Dume School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Point Dume School located?
Point Dume School is located in the Central Malibu neighborhood of Malibu, CA.

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