Elementary School (1st-4th)
Welcome to United Friends School, a vibrant Independent Quaker Elementary School where students truly thrive! We cultivate a nurturing and dynamic learning environment that tailors each student's unique needs. Our exciting project-based curriculum sparks hands-on, inquiry-driven exploration, empowering students to dive deep into fascinating topics while honing their thinking and problem-solving skills. With immersive field trips that bring learning to life, our students gain enriching real-world experiences that strengthen their connection to the world around them. Grounded in Quaker values, we foster a spirited sense of community, reflection, and personal growth, ensuring every student flourishes both academically and personally.
UFS Curriculum At-a-Glance
Students thrive as they cultivate exceptional reading and writing skills through our dynamic and inclusive Reader’s Workshop and Writer’s Workshop model! With the exciting integration of the Fundations Curriculum – Wilson’s Language Training, teachers create a blended approach that enhances phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary. Literature circles spark independent reading, analysis, and meaningful engagement with texts, allowing students to evolve from writing simple phonetic sentences to becoming confident authors across diverse. They enthusiastically review, edit, and publish their work, celebrating their journey as budding authors!
In mathematics, teachers implement Bridges in Mathematics, empowering students to gain a profound understanding of concepts and master the art of recognizing number patterns and decoding problems. Collaborative discussions with peers deepen their understanding and foster a love for learning!
Our Social Studies curriculum inspires students to become informed global and local citizens, instilling a sense of responsibility and the power to uphold the Quaker Testimonies worldwide. Centered on five essential pillars—econom, geography, history, service learning/citizenship, and culturestudents are ready to make a difference!
Finally, our environmental and life science program opens the door to an interdisciplinary adventure, exploring weather, biology, geography, the natural environment, and innovative solutions to environmental challenges. Let’s ignite curiosity and passion for the world around us.