Educational Services Disclosure

Uintah Basin Christian Academy is a full-time, Christ-centered private school serving students in Preschool through 8th Grade. This disclosure describes the educational services UBCA provides, the curriculum and grade levels offered, and the standards under which students learn at our campus.

This disclosure applies to all enrolled students, including students participating in the Utah Fits All Scholarship Program.

Grade Levels Served

UBCA offers enrollment for the following grade levels:

  • Preschool (students must be 3 years old by September 1; potty trained; this is a 3-half-day program only)
  • Pre-Kindergarten (students must be 4 years old by September 1; both full and half-day options available)
  • Kindergarten (students must be 5 years old by September 1; both full and half-day options available)
  • First through Eighth Grade is full-day instruction

UBCA does offer a full-day Kindergarten option. Any families applying for and intent on using Utah Fits All scholarship money for their Kindergarten child must have their child enrolled in and complete the full-day Kindergarten program. Any parent who is a UFA scholarship recipient for their kindergarten child and desires to enroll their child in a half-day kindergarten program must select "Homeschool" in the parent portal to maintain their eligibility. 

For more details on grade-level programs, please see our Preschool and K-8 pages.

Academic Calendar and Schedule

UBCA operates on a ten-month academic calendar. Classes meet Monday through Friday during the school year.

  • Half-Day: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
  • Full-Day: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Professional Development Days and Early Release: 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Subjects and Coursework

UBCA delivers a Christ-centered curriculum that meets or exceeds Utah state academic standards. Instruction integrates biblical principles across all subject areas.

Core subjects taught at UBCA include:

  • Bible (taught daily as a genuine academic course)
  • Language Arts (reading, writing, grammar, spelling, literature)
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies and History
  • Physical Education
  • Art and Music

Coursework is delivered at the appropriate skill and grade level for each student, based on enrollment placement, age, and academic evaluation. For full curriculum details by grade level, please see our Curriculum Overview page.

Teaching Methodology

UBCA students receive instruction in a structured classroom environment led by qualified faculty and staff. The school's instructional approach combines:

  • Direct, faculty-led instruction in core academic subjects
  • Small class sizes that allow for individualized attention
  • Biblical worldview integration across all academic subjects
  • Character development as part of daily classroom culture
  • Hands-on learning, projects, and group work appropriate to each grade level

Students at UBCA use Christian Bibles in daily Bible class. Weekly chapel services are held each Wednesday at 8:30 AM and are led by faculty, local pastors, or guest speakers. Chapel is a regular part of the school week.

Student Placement and Evaluation

New students complete a grade-appropriate placement assessment as part of the enrollment process. Placement is determined by the school's evaluation procedures, the student's age, and academic readiness.

Throughout the school year, student progress is tracked through:

  • Quarterly report cards
  • Quarterly parent-teacher conferences
  • Annual standardized achievement testing
  • Ongoing classroom assessment

Additional Programs and Services

In addition to core academic instruction, UBCA offers:

  • Daily Bible class and weekly chapel
  • Extracurricular activities including choir, art, robotics, and select sports (offerings vary year to year)
  • Limited accommodations for students with mild learning differences

Other UBCA Rates and Fees 2026-27

The following rates and fees may apply during the school year, depending on the student's grade level, class enrollment, and participation in optional programs and activities. These fees are in addition to tuition, registration, and book and curriculum fees.

Not every fee on this list applies to every student. Specific schedule amounts (Schedule A, B, C) are assigned at the time of class enrollment, activity signup, or as needed during the school year.

Uniforms and Spirit Wear

  • PE Uniform: $30
  • UBCA T-Shirt: $15
  • UBCA Sweatshirt: $20

Field Trips

  • Field Trip Schedule A: $5
  • Field Trip Schedule B: $10
  • Field Trip Schedule C: $15

Activities and Programs

  • UBCA Mini Eagles Hoops: $40
  • UBCA After School Club Fee: $25

Tutoring

  • Tutoring Rate: $30 per hour

Yearbook

  • Yearbook: $30

Utah Fits All Scholarship Students

Students attending UBCA on a Utah Fits All Scholarship participate in the full academic program described in this disclosure. Scholarship students receive the same instruction, classroom assignments, evaluations, and academic standards as all other enrolled UBCA students.

UBCA serves as the primary school and the majority provider of academic instruction for all enrolled students, including scholarship students. Instruction is delivered by UBCA faculty and staff, not by parents or guardians.

For additional information about UBCA's program, please contact our office or schedule a tour.