University Cooperative School is an independent elementary school in NE Seattle where childhood is a journey. We empower Pre-K – 5th-grade students through a vigorous curriculum that is inquiry-based, nature-enhanced, arts-infused, and heart-centered.
Our students are encouraged to take educational risks and challenged to forge their own paths, instilling confidence and compassion. We go beyond helping children excel academically; we prepare them to soar through life’s many adventures.
Our mission:
We take a joyful, community-oriented approach to raising engaged citizens, deep learners, and brave adventurers with the skills, creativity, and heart needed to better the world.
What kids love:
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Learning is active, engaging, and meaningful
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Epic outdoor adventures & overnight trips
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Building friendships in a community that prioritizes kindness
What families love:
–          Teachers who champion their child’s unique talents and opportunities for growth
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Strong relationships between families, students, and the school community
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Creating unforgettable memories with their child
