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A brand new state-of-the-art facility
Creative Innovators
Developing the creative innovators of tomorrow
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The ways we're different make us better
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Urban Academy is centrally located
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Thinking creatively is paramount
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Welcome to Urban Academy

Urban Academy represents the evolving nature of education. We put students at the centre of our plans, setting them up for maximum success and optimal academic performance. Our students go on to become leaders, innovators, dreamers and doers. Experience an education with greater discovery, higher achievement and deeper passion as we educate for the future.

Connected through learning, inspired by community, empowered to contribute.

BENEFITS OF AN URBAN ACADEMY EXPERIENCE

We Know Our Students Small Class Sizes

JK–12 410 Students

100% University Acceptance

20+ Sports
Teams

Lots Of Clubs!
For A Variety Of Interests

Technology Integrated Into The Program

Location Just off HWY 1 & Steps From Braid STN

Outdoor Education Opportunities
For All Ages

AP Courses
Preparing For
Post-Secondary

about UA

Urban Academy is a place where students learn to grow, and are excited about their education!

experience UA

Learning here extends well beyond regular class time, allowing students to cultivate their skills and providing another outlet for teamwork, discovery and collaboration.

learning at UA

Students discover themselves and the world with a focus on connections and creativity that leads to the highest possible academic performance.

admissions

Our team works hard to make the application process easy, guiding you and determining if Urban Academy is the right fit.

What We’re Up To

Latest News

Weekly Update | April 26, 2024

This week at Urban Academy we focused on Earth Week through community learning activities. Students of all ages engage most passionately in learning and learn best when they feel that the subject they are learning about is authentic, relevant and

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Weekly Update | April 12, 2024

I probably don’t need to tell you that we are into the busy season as we turn our attention to the last few months of school. Ahead of us are performances, grad/commencement, field trips, camp opportunities, athletics events, parent events,

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CSI Investigation at CapU 

Over and above some primetime drama learning, this experience provided students with the unique opportunity to work in a university science lab, perform DNA electrophoresis, and learn from experienced science professionals.

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Weekly Update | April 5, 2024

Welcome back, everyone!! I hope you all had an enjoyable spring break. I was very fortunate to have had the opportunity to get away for part of the break to a sunny location with sand and surf. The time away

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Coming Up

May 1, 2024
  • Grade 4 & 5 Field Trip to the Orpheum Vancouver Symphony Orchestra presents "What Do YOU Play?"

    May 1, 2024  10:45 am - 2:00 pm
    The Orpheum, 601 Smithe St, Vancouver, BC V6B 3L4, Canada
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  • Day 2

    May 1, 2024

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  • Hot Lunch

    May 1, 2024

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May 2, 2024
  • Junior School Spring Concert - JK, K and 1 in the UA theatre

    May 2, 2024  4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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  • Day 1

    May 2, 2024

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May 3, 2024
  • Grade 10 & 6 H.R MacMillan Space Centre

    May 3, 2024  9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, 1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver, BC V6J 3J9, Canada
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  • Day 2

    May 3, 2024

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May 4, 2024
  • Urban Academy Gala

    May 4, 2024  6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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May 5, 2024
  • MMIWG2S National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

    May 5, 2024

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