Urban Academy
Educating for tomorrow
Urban Academy is a JK–Grade 12 private school in New Westminster, where students learn through immersive, hands-on experiences that inspire growth, leadership and innovation.
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.
Meet the students of Urban Academy
BENEFITS OF AN URBAN ACADEMY EXPERIENCE
We Know Our Students Small Class Sizes
JK–12 446 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
Urban Academy Values
- Future-Focused Education
- Belonging
- Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Changemaking
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 | September 18, 2026
Hume Park field was awash with UA House team colours today as students from K–Grade 12 participated in the annual Terry Fox Run this afternoon. Before the run, classes discussed Terry’s message of hope and came together to raise funds
Weekly Update | September 11, 2026
What an incredible opening week it has been! The energy across campus with all the students returning has been extraordinarily positive. Our staff are energized, making plans for all the learning and experiences that are to come; students are smiling,
Weekly Update | September 4, 2026
We haven’t even started the first day of school, and our parent leaders are already in full swing with planning for the year! Thank you to all of our parents who have, are, and will step up to help make
Weekly Update | August 28, 2026
Welcome back everyone, I hope you all enjoyed a wonderful summer filled with well-deserved rest and time to recharge. There is a noticeable energy that fills the hallways at this time of year, and our team is truly buzzing as
Weekly Update | June 19, 2026
Happy first day of summer, everyone! What a wonderful way to finish the school year. Today, we held our year-end assembly, celebrating our award winners, were entertained and said goodbye to the Grad Class of 2026. We also continued our
Weekly Update | June 12, 2026
June is always a month of reflection and energy at Urban Academy, but nothing captures the spirit of community quite like our annual UA Step-Up Ceremonies. As part of a JK to Grade 12 school, this tradition represents a milestone
Coming Up
- September 23, 2026
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New Parent Reception
September 23, 2026 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm
Urban Academy, 466 Rousseau St, New Westminster, BC V3L 3R3, Canada
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- September 25, 2026
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GVISSA - JR Girls and SR Girls Volleyball Tournament
September 25, 2026
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Photo Day - Individual Student Photos (and Staff Group Photo)
September 25, 2026
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- September 28, 2026
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Admissions Open House
September 28, 2026 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm
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- September 29, 2026
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Hot Lunch (School Closed Wednesday)
September 29, 2026
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