UCP Pine Hills Charter holds a Commendable academic performance standing within the UCP Charter Schools network, recognized through the network's internal review process. The campus continues to operate its inclusive model in the Pine Hills area of west Orlando, serving one of the communities with limited access to specialized inclusive learning environments at the elementary level. UCP's network-wide reading and literacy professional development sessions have extended to Pine Hills Charter staff, supporting teachers in strengthening writing instruction and ELA practices across all grade levels.

Q1. Who is UCP Pine Hills Charter designed for?

Ans. UCP Pine Hills Charter welcomes students with and without disabilities from Pre-K through fifth grade in an inclusive charter school setting within the Pine Hills community. The school is tuition-free and open to families across Orange County through an application process. The campus is part of the UCP Charter Schools network, which has been serving Central Florida families for decades.

Q2. How do families enroll at UCP Pine Hills Charter?

Ans. UCP Pine Hills Charter accepts applications through the UCP Charter Schools' SchoolMint portal. Families in Pine Hills and surrounding west Orlando neighborhoods are encouraged to apply and schedule a campus tour. The enrollment team can be reached at (407) 852-3300 to ask about current grade-level openings and the steps required to complete an application.

Q3. What therapy services does UCP Pine Hills Charter offer?

Ans. UCP Pine Hills Charter has school-based therapy services through the UCP network, which includes speech-language and occupational therapy supports integrated into the school day.

Q4. What curriculum approach does UCP Pine Hills Charter use?

Ans. UCP Pine Hills Charter runs a STEAM-informed curriculum across all grade levels, combining academic content with hands-on technology and arts integration.

Q5. What happens after students complete the program at UCP Pine Hills Charter?

Ans. Students generally move to an OCPS middle school in the Pine Hills area upon completion of fifth grade at UCP Pine Hills Charter. Families can also explore other UCP campus options for older students.