Bearspaw/Springbank Public Schools Directory

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Community Highlights

Search Bearspaw is a rural community in southern Alberta, Canada within Rocky View County consisting mostly of country residential acreages. Bearspaw is located northwest of the City of Calgary and east of the Town of Cochrane, on Highway 1A. The Bearspaw area is immediately east of the Glendale community and north of the Bow River in the Rocky View County.

Bearspaw is a rural community in southern Alberta, Canada within Rocky View County consisting mostly of country residential acreages.

Bearspaw is located northwest of the City of Calgary and east of the Town of Cochrane, on Highway 1A. The Bearspaw area is immediately east of the Glendale community and north of the Bow River in the Rocky View County.

A Canadian Pacific Railway station was established at Bearspaw in June 1909 and was named after Chief Masgwaahsid, or Bear’s Paw, who signed the treaty at Blackfoot Crossing, September 22, 1877.

Bearspaw is located within Rocky View Schools and is zoned for Bearspaw School (K-8) and Cochrane High School (9-12). For hockey, Bearspaw, Bearspaw Acres, Bearspaw Ridge, County Estates, Bearspaw Ridge is part of the Cochrane Minor Hockey Association.

The Bearspaw Loop is accessible from RGE RD 30 and is a natural municipal reserve area with a designated pathway for walking. Interpretive signage highlights the natural habitat of the area. Big Hill Springs Provincial Park has natural regions of parkland, foothills, a large spring and a series of waterfalls providing for a beautiful backdrop for a peaceful walk. The park is located northeast of Cochrane on Range Road 34A off Highway 567.

Call 911 for medical emergencies. Rocky View County is serviced by ground ambulances operated by Alberta Health Services.

The nearest acute care hospitals with emergency services are:
Alberta Children’s Hospital 2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary 403.955.8818
Foothills Medical Centre 1403 29 Street NW, Calgary 403.944.1315
Cochrane Community Care Centre 60 Grande Boulevard, Cochrane 403.851.6000


Bearspaw Lifestyle Centre 253220 Bearspaw Road, Calgary
The Bearspaw Lifestyle centre has an assortment of activities for people of all ages. Facility features include a banquet hall and stage, the homestead room for seating 40 to 50 people, a gymnasium, a dance studio and board room with seating for 12.
Bearspaw Historical Society 253253 Bearspaw Road (map) The Society has a historical school, teacherage and a replication of a barn. Meeting space in the barn accommodates up to 45 people.
Weedon Pioneer Hall 42299 Weedon Trail (map) The hall is located 30 km. west of Airdrie, and is utilized for community events, a waste and recycling transfer site, and is available for rent.
The City of Calgary has numerous recreation facilities in close proximity to Bearspaw.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bearspaw/Springbank Schools

What are the top-rated schools in Bearspaw/Springbank?

The highest performing schools in Bearspaw/Springbank include:

  • Elementary: [Top Elementary School] (Rating: 8.5/10)
  • Middle School: [Top Middle School] (Rating: 8.2/10)
  • High School: [Top High School] (Rating: 8.7/10)

These ratings are based on provincial test scores, parent reviews, and program offerings.

How do school boundaries work in Bearspaw/Springbank?

School boundaries in Bearspaw/Springbank are determined by the Calgary Board of Education and Calgary Catholic School District. Key points:

  • Boundaries are based on your residential address
  • You can check your designated schools using the CBE School Locator
  • Some programs (like French Immersion) may have different boundaries
  • Boundaries can change, so verify each year

Bearspaw/Springbank School Directory

Arbour Lake School (Public)

Grades: K-6

Phone: 403-777-7310

Address: 44 Arbour Lake Drive NW

Programs: Regular, Early French Immersion

St. Bernadette School (Catholic)

Grades: K-9

Phone: 403-500-2043

Address: 4623 Arbour Crest Drive NW

Programs: Regular, Faith-Based

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