Special Programs

Art All Ages

Art expression is an important part of an Undercroft education. Even as some schools continue to decrease art funding, art expression is thriving at UMS. All students experience art in the classroom, since materials are always available to them. Primary and Elementary students regularly visit our stand-alone art studio, and Middle School students have art as a regularly scheduled component within their classroom.

Music All Ages

All students go to music class on a regular basis. The goal of the music program is to provide the experience of music in a joyful way. From dancing and singing in Primary, through music history and composition in Elementary, all ages are exposed to music and composers from other countries. Upper El and Middle School students may also participate in Band.

Foreign Languages All Ages

Children are exposed to foreign languages as soon as they enter the classroom. In Primary, exposure includes American Sign Language and Spanish. Our wonderful Spanish teacher, Senorita Flippo, daily spends 45 minutes to 1 hour in each of the Primary and Lower Elementary classrooms.  In Upper Elementary and Middle School, students use Rosetta Stone programs for Spanish and French.  The focus in our upper levels is on oral language with correct pronunciation, building vocabulary and expression.  We welcome volunteers who speak languages other than English to visit our classrooms and provide enjoyable exposure to new sounds and expressions.

Physical Fitness All Ages

Fitness in the Primary program is designed to teach motor skills, proper movement patterns and simple games. In the Elementary and Middle School programs, the emphasis shifts to teaching individual skills and how to use them within a team sport. Our goal is to develop confident, healthy children who will continue to enjoy physical activities throughout their lives.

Speech/Language Therapy As Needed

When needed, Undercroft offers speech therapy via an on-site, credentialed speech/language pathologist. Parents who have concerns regarding their child’s speech/language development may consult with this therapist and, if needed, may contract for private therapy conveniently offered on-campus during school hours.