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Weekly Update | September 26, 2025

September is coming to a close, and it has been wonderful to see everyone cozily settling back into the rhythm of school routines.  By the end of September, all our educational plans for the year are finalized, and this is the time we focus on making sure we have all…

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Weekly Update | September 19, 2025

On behalf of the UA Board of Directors, I’d like to welcome everyone back to the new school year! I also want to share a little bit about the role of the UA Board and extend an invitation to those who may be considering joining us. The UA Board serves…

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Weekly Update | September 12, 2025

We are only two weeks into the school year, and Student Life at Urban Academy is thriving! Major trips are growing, there are robust learning opportunities outside of the classroom, and plenty of chances for students to explore their passions and be involved. As we commit to every student being…

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Weekly Update | September 5, 2025

What a great first week of the school year! It was great to see so many of you at our Back to School Celebration on Tuesday! I hope everyone is getting settled and back into a routine. You have likely already been overloaded with information this week, so we will…

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Weekly Update | August 29, 2025

I hope you all were able to make the most of the summer holidays. Summer is such an important time for everyone in the school community to get some rest and recharge.  I know how much energy – mentally, emotionally, and physically – our students and teachers give during the…

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Urban Academy class of 2025 tossing their caps in the air at commencement.

Weekly Update | June 20, 2025

What a wonderful way to finish the school year. Today, we held our year-end assembly, celebrating our UA Graduates of 2025 one final time in front of the entire school. We also continued our tradition of the annual ‘Step-Up’ Ceremonies, where our JK’s, Grade 3’s, and Grade 7’s figuratively and…

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Weekly Update | June 13, 2025

What an incredible day it has been! We kicked things off with an energetic Sports Day Pep Rally, featuring fantastic performances from both UA’s Rock Band and the UA Staff Band. It’s always a treat to see so many talented people who walk our halls every day shine on stage!…

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Weekly Update | June 6, 2025

I am thrilled to share some monumental UA news with you all. This week, the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) Board officially confirmed our school’s acceptance as a full member of CAIS. This significant achievement marks a milestone in our school’s history and reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence in…

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Weekly Update | May 30, 2025

Next week, June begins! This means there will be camp opportunities for many UA students as well as end-of-year events, including Commencement and Graduation Celebration for the Class of 2025! We would also like to extend an invitation to our parents to the End-of-Year assembly taking place on the morning…

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Children learn to harness their imaginations, explore their surroundings and form critical opinions.
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Students gain a foundation to become the leaders, thinkers and innovators of tomorrow.
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Grades 4 to 7

With a focus on culture and community, students enhance their understanding of the world.
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Grades 8 to 12

Technology, science, creative and math-based assignments refine students’ problem-solving skills.
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UA graduates receive a placement in one of the top two schools of their choice.
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