There’s something beautiful about the first light of learning - those early moments when curiosity awakens, and every experience shapes a child’s understanding of the world. At United Friends School in Quakertown, PA, our new First Light program is designed to offer a nurturing environment where one-year-olds can explore, grow, and shine. In these classrooms, children will be encouraged to explore, connect, and discover at their own pace with loving guidance from experienced

As summer approaches, many parents of young children find themselves asking a quiet but important question: What does my child actually need from summer this year? For children in preschool through elementary school, summer isn’t just time off from school. It’s a different developmental season altogether. Some children need space to move their bodies and burn energy. Others need slower days to recover from a busy school year. Many need both, along with opportunities to play,

Each year, as we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., our school community comes together for a Day of Service. While the projects themselves take place in a single day, the learning behind them stretches far beyond it. At United Friends School, service learning is not a one-time event. It is woven into how children come to understand their place in the world, as capable, compassionate people who can notice needs and respond with care. What Service Learnin