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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.

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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.

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Academics at
Union Day School

Our challenging curriculum develops inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring learners who think critically, embrace diverse perspectives, and take principled action in the world.

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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)

Students grow as independent learners through inquiry-based exploration and research. Our transdisciplinary approach fosters critical thinking, international-mindedness, and meaningful connections across subjects.

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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.

Exceeded Academic Growth Award
Charlotte's Best 2025 Winner
Charlotte Magazine, BOBAWARDS of 2021
Union County Gold Daisy 2020
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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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.

Union Day Continues To Grow

Union Day is excited to introduce our newest facilities, including a fully equipped gym and a modern science laboratory. These additions enhance both physical wellness and hands-on learning, giving students more opportunities to grow, explore, and excel.

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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.

“I have never once felt like my child was a number here. From his very first day in kindergarten the staff knew who he was and what he needed. That does not happen everywhere."

-Parent of 1st grader
"IB has changed how my son approaches everything. The depth of thinking it requires, the way kids are asked to connect ideas and not just memorize facts.”

-Parent of 9th grader
“My daughter was accepted into 6 honors colleges. All the admissions counselors told us her IB coursework set her apart from the very first look.” 

-Parent of 12th grader
 

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