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Where Every Child Is Known, Challenged, and Valued

A tuition-free public charter school offering exceptional academics, innovative teaching, and a nurturing community for students in Union and Mecklenburg Counties.

International Baccalaureate®

Union Day School is an official school for the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). We are authorized as an IB World School. We currently offer an IB curriculum in grades 6-12.

Academics at
Union Day School

Our rigorous curriculum is designed to challenge students to think critically, solve problems creatively, and grow as independent learners.

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Early Learning Foundation (K–2)

Building solid academic foundations through Singapore Math®, Handwriting Without Tears®, phonics, and hands-on science inquiry.

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Elementary Growth (Grades 3–5)

Classes are also supported by a floater teaching assistant for targeted, small-group instruction.

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International Baccalaureate (Grades 6-10)

The IB Middle Years Program develops advanced critical thinking and inquiry skills. It builds a strong foundation in research, analysis, and independent learning essential for future success.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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International Baccalaureate (Grades 11-12)

The globally recognized IB Diploma builds critical thinking and research skills essential for university success and admissions. It prepares students to thrive in higher education through rigorous academics and intellectual independence.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Awards & Recognition

Union Day School has been consistently recognized for the quality of the education it provides and its nurturing, supportive learning environment.

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Inside the UDS Experience

At Union Day School, your child will be known and respected in a supportive community of teachers and classmates. As a North Carolina public charter school serving Union County and Mecklenburg County, there is no tuition cost to attend Union Day School.

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Fostering Excellence
Fostering Excellence

Our teachers are knowledgeable, enthusiastic and bring academic and real world experience to their students every day.  

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Superior Academics
Superior Academics

An evidenced based, award winning curriculum that focuses on authentic learning for mastery and understanding.  

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Close-knit Community
Close-knit Community

Students experience a true sense of belonging and support in our small-school environment where all are valued.

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Private School Feel Without the Cost
"Private School Feel Without the Cost"

UDS families enjoy the qualities and characteristics of private school learning in a tuition-free charter school environment.

High-Level/Gifted Learner Program Overview

To meet the needs of our high-level and gifted learners, we deliver an inductive, investigative, and inquiry-based program designed to:

An interest inventory is administered to each learner to personalize and enhance the learning experience.

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Tuition-Free Public Charter

Union Day School serves Union and Mecklenburg Counties as a public charter school—offering quality education with no tuition cost.

Our Parents Love UDS

Hear what families have to say about the care, commitment, and academic excellence that make Union Day School truly special.

"Our son looks forward to seeing his friends and teachers and comes home with a big smile on his face full of stories of what they have been learning."
"Such a warm and welcoming group of teachers. The children are happy and sporting huge smiles. The sky is the limit for success at Union Day!"
"My son loves his teachers and I don't worry at all if he's safe during the day. I know they take care of the students there. He's also learned SO MUCH since he started this year."

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