About Us

The Santa Ynez Valley Family School is a highly regarded independent, nonprofit school in Los Olivos, CA, serving preschool through 5th grade with a focus on nurturing each child’s joy of learning and whole-child development. Rooted in a child-centered philosophy, SYVFS blends academic rigor with creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth, fostering confident, curious, and compassionate learners. Students benefit from multi-age classrooms, individualized learning experiences, and abundant outdoor and nature-based learning opportunities on the beautiful Midland School property. With a welcoming community, small class sizes, and a rich tradition of collaborative, experiential education, SYVFS inspires students to explore, question, and grow both inside and outside the classroom.

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