Urban Academy

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Urban Academy students are courageous

They are open-minded, curious, willing to take intellectual risks and accept challenges. They push beyond their comfort zones and know that through challenges comes growth, courage and resilience.

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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.

Connected through learning. Inspired by community. Empowered to contribute.

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

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 | May 8, 2026

Today, our students wrapped up an incredible Health and Wellness Week! The week was a resounding success, balancing high-energy physical activities with mindful moments of connection. We kicked things off with our school-wide Buddy Walk, which saw students from JK

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Weekly Update | May 1, 2026

Two weeks ago, Ms. Manifold and I attended the CAIS leadership conference in Ottawa. This was a remarkable professional development and networking opportunity for us, as we got to collaborate with educational leaders from the most renowned independent schools across

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Weekly Update | April 24, 2026

This week, we are excited to share the incredible impact of our community’s collective generosity and the tangible ways your contributions are enriching the student experience at Urban Academy. Our recent Carnival was a resounding success, raising $15,000 that will

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Weekly Update | April 17, 2026

As a JK to Grade 12 school, sometimes it’s hard to accurately share ALL that happens in a week throughout the various grades. But today we thought it may be helpful to offer a snapshot of a vibrant and productive

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Weekly Update | April 10, 2026

I am incredibly proud to share an update on the 31 UA Senior Students currently working toward their Duke of Edinburgh’s Bronze Award. Over the past few months, these participants have shown incredible commitment by completing 13 weeks of volunteering,

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Weekly Update | April 2, 2026

Our community of exceptional parent leaders and volunteers has been incredibly busy putting together the UA Carnival and the 25th Anniversary Gala, our two largest community events, both coming up within the next month or so! These are two events

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Coming Up

May 14, 2026
  • OneAbility Games at Richmond Olympic Oval

    May 14, 2026  8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    6111 River Rd, Richmond, BC V7C 0A2, Canada
    Event details

  • GVISAA Badminton JR (Gr 9-10) Co-ed Tournamnet - Location SJS (Subject to UA having a team)

    May 14, 2026

    Event details

  • ISEA Ultimate Gr 6 & 7 Playday - Hosted by Stratford Hall

    May 14, 2026
    Winona Park, 7575 Columbia St, Vancouver, BC V5X 2Z1, Canada
    Event details

May 15, 2026
May 18, 2026
May 19, 2026
  • Neufeld Fundraiser Pickup at UA

    May 19, 2026  2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    Event details

May 20, 2026
  • Spring Musicals Junior & Senior Theatre Company - Tech Rehearsal (opt-in for Grade all 6-12 day 8:40-3:15pm @ Michael J Fox Theatre)

    May 20, 2026  8:40 am - 3:15 pm

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