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University Child Development School

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Seattle, WA · K–8

Last verified August 20, 2026

5062 9th Ave Ne, 98105 · (206) 399-0557

www.ucds.org

Enrollment

271

Student:teacher

4:1

Published tuition

$41,585

Application fee

$75

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Tuition by division

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Head of school

Jennifer Vary

Head Of School

Jennifer Vary is listed as the Head Of School with a compensation of $312,945 in the fiscal year ending June 2025.

Curriculum & special classes

UCDS offers innovative educational programs for preschool through 5th grade, including an Infant-Toddler Education Program. The school focuses on individualized academics, activating personal learning styles, and strengthening social and emotional development.

Financial aid

UCDS is committed to accessibility and provides financial support for tuition, after-school programs, and other classroom-related expenses. Financial assistance applications are processed through Clarity and are need-blind.

Application fee: $75

Before & after school care

Before school

Not listed

After school

Extended Day

Cost

Not listed

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Admissions

The admission process for Early Elementary & Elementary involves registering in Ravenna, attending a required small-group tour, submitting a preliminary application by early December, providing supplemental materials by the final deadline, participating in an applicant visit day, and completing a parent/guardian interview. UCDS limits applications to 300.

Apply by

January 14, 2027

Acceptance rate

Not listed

Application fee

$75

What they ask for: Preliminary application and $75 fee, Parent/Guardian Questionnaire, Teacher Evaluation Form, IQ Testing (required for K-5th grade applicants), Transcripts (required for 1st–5th grade applicants), Parent/Guardian Interview, Applicant Visit Day, required small-group tour.

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