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Urban Academy

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466 Rousseau Street
New Westminster, BC V3L 3R3
Canada

Main 604 524 2211
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About

Urban Academy is a future-focused independent schoolthat enriches the BC curriculum through immersive, hands-on learning experiences (JK-12, co-ed, AP). We inspire students to think critically, develop a community mindset and find meaningful ways to contribute. Urban Academy students are prepared to excel academically and to be the creative innovators of tomorrow.

Benefits of an Urban Academy Experience:

  • Class sizes of 16-22 students mean we know our students and can support them in achieving their potential
  • Hands-on learning experiences through field studies, travel and outdoor education
  • Over twenty sports teams throughout the year
  • Clubs and extracurriculars
  • Specialist teachers for Science, Math, PHE, French, Music, Drama and Art
  • AP courses prepare students for post-secondary

Admissions Dates(2025/26 School Year)

  • Kindergarten Application Deadline: November 15, 2024
  • Grades 1-12 Application Deadline: January 30, 2025
  • Junior Kindergarten Application Deadline: February 21, 2025

Drop-In Open Houses (3:45pm-5:45pm):

We invite you to attend a monthly Open Houses, held after school. These events are designed to give you a firsthand look at our campus and a chance to meet a few students, teachers and staff that make up our community.

  • Thursday, September 26
  • Tuesday, October 22
  • Tuesday, November 12
  • Monday, December 16
  • Tuesday, January 28
  • Tuesday, March 4
  • Monday, April 7
  • Thursday, May 29

Admissions Information Webinar:

Ask questions and engage with our admissions team. This is your chance to get all the information you need to make an informed decision about your childโ€™s education. Inquire on our website to attend.

  • Monday, September 16 (1pm)
  • Thursday, October 10 (7pm)
  • Tuesday, November 5 (11am)
  • Friday, December 6 (9am)
  • Friday, January 24 (10am)
  • Thursday, February 27 (1pm)
  • Wednesday, April 2 (10am)
  • Tuesday, May 13 (1pm)
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