Igniting Joy and Curiosity: A Fresh Approach to Learning

At our school, we believe education should spark joy, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. When students talk about their experience here, they often use words like “magic” and “special”- and that’s exactly what we aim to create every day.

Small Class Sizes, Meaningful Connections

One of the cornerstones of our approach is personalized learning. With small class sizes, teachers can truly know each student—their strengths, challenges, passions, and growth areas. This allows for tailored instruction that builds confidence and inspires enthusiasm for learning.

Learning Through Projects That Matter

We go beyond traditional classroom models with deep, interdisciplinary projects that span several weeks. These immersive learning experiences encourage students to dive into meaningful topics while building essential skills like creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.

Examples of Student Projects Include:

  • Ecosystem Explorations – Students imagined new planets and created animals with specialized adaptations through research, design, and building.

  • The Brain Project – Budding neuroscientists studied the human brain, crafted interactive models, and taught their peers about their findings.

  • Community & Conflict – Students interviewed individuals impacted by global events, then turned their stories into creative expressions through writing and design.

  • Innovation & Invention – From early tools to future technology, students explored the evolution of innovation through timelines, models, and prototypes.

Passion Projects That Fuel Independence

During dedicated intersessions, students dive into individual passion projects—whether it’s solving a Rubik’s Cube, creating digital art, or coding a 3D game. These self-directed experiences build perseverance, independence, and creativity.

A Balanced and Enriching Curriculum

Alongside project-based learning, students benefit from a well-rounded academic program, including:

  • Daily instruction in math and language arts, with personalized support

  • Foreign language classes such as Mandarin or Spanish

  • Weekly enrichment in art, music, and physical education

  • Themed field trips and hands-on experiences that bring learning to life

Join Our Learning Community

We’re more than just a school—we’re a place where future changemakers grow. If you’re looking for an educational experience that combines academic rigor, creativity, and real-world relevance, we invite you to explore what our community has to offer.

Schedule a tour today at www.upacademysf.com.

 

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