Midland School is an economically and ethnically diverse college preparatory boarding school for students in grades 9-12. Since its founding in 1932, the School has embraced a philosophy and practice of a simple and self-reliant community, which lives close to nature. Within the rustic exterior lies a gem. Midland School offers a vibrant and challenging liberal arts education to college bound high school students rooted in agrarian values that are increasingly rare and sought after in today’s world. Midland’s founder, Paul Squibb, considered an understanding of natural resources to be an essential element of education, as only through this can students truly value and conserve them. Although we are beyond Midland’s age of kerosene lamps, students still use fires to heat their shower water, maintain an organic garden and perform all routine campus maintenance. Midland stands firmly amongst the top boarding schools in North America. Midland attracts and develops self-reliant and responsible students who through their Midland experience become effective leaders, partners, parents, employees, and citizens. Contact (805) 688-5114 to schedule a visit or go to midland-school.org and follow us on Facebook or Instagram to learn more.