For many families, the term “Friends school” is unfamiliar at first. But step inside one, and you’ll notice something different right away: how students interact, how teachers guide, and how much space there is for reflection, curiosity, and connection.

Choosing a preschool is about so much more than finding a place to fill the day. It’s about finding a community where your child feels safe, seen, and excited to come back each morning.

As spring begins to blossom around us, our friends are spending even more time learning outdoors. While outdoor exploration continues at UFS throughout the winter months, spring offers new opportunities for curiosity, discovery, and connection with the natural world. This shift brings a great deal of joy to our students and our teachers love it as well. By moving beyond the classroom walls, we invite students to embrace the season of renewal firsthand while continuing to lear