Pittsburgh Urban Christian School

Christian Education That's Nurturing, Enriching and Surprisingly Affordable

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Miss Youngman and her and students.


Pittsburgh Urban Christian School

A remarkably unique Christian school, offering a nurturing Christian education for students K - 8. At PUCS we offer a Christian education experience that's relaxed and engaging, nurturing and rigorous, enriching and affordable.

Our mission is to provide well-rounded private education for a racially and economically diverse group of children in an urban setting.


Our Commitment to Christ-Centered Christian Education

We believe that the Bible is the written Word of God, and it is the Truth by which the Holy Spirit enlightens our understanding of Himself, the world and ourselves. We believe in the infallible authority by which He directs and governs all our activities... including the education of our children.

Christian Education and Academic Excellence

At PUCS we prepare students in all academic areas, emphasizing creativity, leadership, service, self-discipline, and critical thinking. Each year, our student body takes the California Achievement Test and PUCS students have consistently averaged in the 80th percentile, above the national average - the 50th percentile.

Our Thematic - Integrated Curriculum

At PUCS, we inspire our students to see the world as a whole, emphasizing the natural connections between subjects. Rather than teaching math separate from science or social studies distinct from art and music, the PUCS curriculum brings together content from multiple subjects into creative learning units.

Each unit is organized around a social studies or science theme that provides framework for instruction in reading, writing, math, music, and art. In the course of the school year, our K-5 students will immerse themselves in the study of five grade-specific units plus one all-school unit. The Middle School students pursue two integrated courses, one social studies and one science, each lasting the entire year.

Overall, our integrated curriculum promotes a deeper understanding and makes learning meaningful, relevant and fun.

All students, K - 8 study Spanish and physical education is offered, twice a week.

Small Class Size

At PUCS, each class ideally has between 15 - 18 students. Small classes are necessary to meet the varied needs of young children. In a small class, children can also be known according to their unique gifts, abilities, temperament, learning style, family background and spiritual maturity.

Multi-Grade Classes

Beginning in the 2nd grade, PUCS intentionally groups multiple grade levels together. Children mature socially, emotionally and academically at different rates. These classroom settings foster cooperative learning, leadership and classroom interaction.

Christian Education in an Urban Setting

Since our school's inception in 1981, PUCS has intentionally served an urban community. In this setting, PUCS seeks to be a "light" in its own community and surrounding areas. We are located in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, just east of Pittsburgh.

PUCS Tuition Scholarship

Why is PUCS an affordable school choice? First of all, monthly tuition is reasonable. Second, over half of our students currently benefit from our generous scholarship program. Each year we have two funding activities and now businesses can contribute to our scholarship program and receive a PA Tax Credit.

PA EITC Business Tax Credit

A business tax credit? That's right. If you're searching for schools in Pittsburgh, please take a few moments to examine our web site and catch a glimpse of our remarkably unique Christian school.

For more information regarding a PA Business Tax Credit, just click here:
PA Business Tax Credit and our PUCS Scholarship Program.

PUCS Christian Camp and Class Trips

The upper grades take overnight field trips to exciting places including Gettysburg, Erie, PA and New York City. Each spring, the entire elementary school spends two days at Ligonier Camp and Conference Center, in the Laurel Highlands.

Who Attends Pittsburgh Urban Christian School?

PUCS students come from nearby school districts, many providing free bus transportation. All in all, PUCS parents are pastors, health professionals, professors, service workers, artists and students.

Uniquely One of Pittsburgh's Affordable Christian Private Schools

If you are looking for a safe and affordable alternative to public schools, please consider PUCS. Feel free to drop by for a visit. Just call ( 412 ) 244 - 1779, and request a personal tour with our principal.

In the meantime, please take a moment, look around and discover all that is unique about PUCS.
For your convenience, here's a list of information that's currently on our site.

Pittsburgh Urban Christian School

Pittsburgh Urban Christian School: An Affordable School Choice
Extraordinary Christian education for elementary and middle school students. Uniquely one of Pittsburgh's most nurturing and affordable private schools.

We're celebrating over 25 years of Christian education.
For over 25 years, Pittsburgh Urban Christian School has provided a well-rounded private education for a racially and economically diverse group of children in an urban setting.

Pittsburgh Urban Christian School Calendar
What's happening at PUCS? Here's an online copy of our Christian School calendar.

Pittsburgh Urban Christian School Calendar -- Printer Friendly Version
Here's an online copy of our Printer Friendly school calendar.

Pittsburgh Urban Christian School Curriculum
Here's a detailed look at our course of study.

Check Out the Pictures from our Scholarship Fundraiser
We have a significant scholarship program at PUCS and here's a few pictures from the Trash-a-Thon.

PA-EITC: Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit.
A PA Business Tax Credit? Here's a rewarding way to garner tax savings for your business and be a blessing to PA students and families.

The Carnegie Museum of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Urban Christian School.
PUCS has joined the Carnegie Cash for Schools Program. When you buy or renew a Carnegie Museum membership, PUCS earns a cash bonus.

PUCS Scholarship Tuition Program
At Pittsburgh Urban Christian School, we offer scholarship tuition. In fact, nearly half of our students currently benefit from our scholarship program.

PUCS Online Donations
If you're considering a scholarship donation, donations are now accepted online.

Our Annual Dessert and Silent Auction
Come and join the fun at our Annual Silent Auction. All proceeds benefit our PUCS tuition scholarship fund.

Don't Miss These FUN Pictures From Our Kindergarten Pet Day.
The PUCS kindergarten class -- they always have a amazing year and this was another fun event.

Pictures from our Annual Spring Production
This is always a treat. It's the crowning event of each year's all school unit.

Pictures from our Annual Pre-School Bookwalk.
This year we had a Dr. Seuss Pancake Dinner and Pajama Party ...

Pictures from our Annual Middle School Play.
This year our middle school students performed spanish folk tales. Come on -- catch a glimpse of a very entertaining evening.

PUCS Virtual Tour
Want to see more? Catch a glimpse of our outstanding PUCS students.

Tuition Discount Program
Here's an easy way to reduce your tuition payments. It's our new SCRIP program. Just click and see how PUCS can be even more affordable.

PUCS Staff
Here's the information if you need to contact a teacher or one of our PUCS administrators.

PUCS Alumni Page
Are you a PUCS Alumnus? Please share with us and let us know what God is currently doing in your life.

Free Online Homework Help
Free homework help? That's right. It's sponsored by the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.

Our Corporate Supporters
Thanks to the following corporations for their generous donations ...

PUCS Online Store
Looking for some PUCS merchandise? We have a variety of items including t-shirts, coffee mugs and mouse pads.

Pittsburgh Urban Christian School

Christian Education That's Nurturing, Enriching and Surprisingly Affordable