University Child Development School

University Child Development School

Private Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
5062 9th Ave NE,  Seattle, WA
University District Neighborhood
3.8
325 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Paula Smith
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Annual Tuition
$39,230

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
56
Full Time Teachers
54
Part Time Teachers
2

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
67.3%
Two or more races
21.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.5%
Hispanic
1.1%
Black
1.1%

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 38 Reviews
4.0 parent
9/22/2025
UCDS has been a magical place for our family. The early elementary program is truly one-of-a-kind — joyful, creative, and child-centered in every way. Our son is graduating from fifth grade this year, and in all those years he never once said he didn’t want to go to school. That kind of enthusiasm s...
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5.0 parent
11/22/2024
We had had our kids at UCDS and loved every aspect of the education and community. It is a welcoming, caring, loving school that allows kids to be kids, challenges kids in many ways, supports social-emotional growth and provides a group of diverse teachers that set examples of empathetic adults we w...
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2.0 parent
1/10/2024
When I chose UCDS for my child I was assured a robust academic experience would be provided. It was an unfortunate misstep. They claim an “individualized” curriculum yet their curriculum is inflexible and does not allow for advanced study. Any suggestion that a child would benefit from elements of a...
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5.0 parent
10/17/2023
Our family's experience with UCDS has been nothing short of outstanding. This independent elementary school truly stands out for its commitment to individualized instruction.The personal teachers at UCDS are exceptional. They not only possess a deep understanding of their subjects but also take the...
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University Child Development School

University Child Development School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-5 located at 5062 9th Ave NE in Seattle, WA. Annual tuition is $39,230. The school has a total enrollment of 325 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. University Child Development School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+. The average home value in this area is $1,010,982. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bishop Blanchet High School, University Prep, Seattle Preparatory School, and more. Learn more about what Seattle has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near University Child Development School.

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