Staying Through Middle School: Why Union Colony Families Choose to Stay

When 6th grade rolls around, families in the Greeley area have choices. Some of those options are hard to miss: big campuses, new facilities, and plenty of flash. It makes sense that families take a look. But for the families who stay at Union Colony Schools, what brings them back to that decision every time isn't square footage or a shiny gym. It's something harder to find and easier to overlook.

A group of Union Colony Preparatory students are walking out of the school building together.

Union Colony Schools is a tuition-free, K–12 public charter school, and that continuity matters. When a student moves into middle school here, they aren't starting over. Expectations are consistent, and specific support is already in place.

Why Families Choose to Stay

Bigger campuses can mean crowded hallways, larger class sizes, and students who get lost in the shuffle. Union Colony's middle school offers something different: small classes, a calm and structured environment, and teachers who build real relationships with students over time. Here, a teacher notices when something is off. 

Strong Academics, Clear Expectations

At Union Colony, we hold our students to high standards while providing the support they need. Balancing rigor and care doesn't reset when a student moves from 5th to 6th grade, it deepens.

A Community That Knows Your Child

Families who stay often say the same thing: at Union Colony, my child is known. By name, by strength, by need. This kind of relationship is what makes our school feel like a community, and it's what no new building can replace.

If you're weighing your options for middle school, we'd love to talk. Visit our website to learn more.

About Union Colony Schools

Union Colony Schools’ innovative approach provides a tuition-free education rich in arts, music, technology and athletics to students in the greater Greeley, Colorado area. With two convenient campuses serving K-5 and 6-12, our dedicated teachers educate for a life of leadership and academic success. Join our close-knit, thriving K-12 schools, where the community is the heart of our mission, and everyone knows your name. We're enrolling.

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Find us: https://www.unioncolonyschools.org/

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