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

Many families today are looking for schools where children do more than memorize information. They want learning that feels meaningful, where children ask questions, explore ideas, and understand how different subjects connect to the world around them. One approach that supports this kind of learning is project-based learning (PBL), which invites students to dive into meaningful questions and real-world ideas through hands-on exploration, weaving together science, literac

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