THE BAYVIEW AIRDRIE LIFESTYLE & DESIGNATED SCHOOLS
Bayview Airdrie is a newer, family-oriented residential community on the west side of Airdrie. It’s known for its peaceful, suburban feel, scenic walking paths and canals, and easy access to outdoor recreation and everyday amenities.
Community Atmosphere:
Scenic & peaceful: Meandering canals, green spaces, and extensive pathways encourage walking, biking, and outdoor family activities.
Family-friendly: Quiet cul-de-sacs and community parks make the neighbourhood popular with families.
Convenient Location: Quick access to 8th St SW and Highway 2 makes trips to Calgary about a 20–35 minute drive, while local amenities such as grocery stores, restaurants, and fitness centres are all nearby.
Active lifestyle: Trails connect Bayview to greater Airdrie’s 100+ km of paved routes for jogging, cycling, and walking year-round.
BAYVIEW AIRDRIE DESIGNATED SCHOOLS
- Bayview and the wider Airdrie area are served by Rocky View Schools (Public), the Calgary Catholic School District, and several private options. Exact catchment boundaries may vary depending on address
Public Schools (Rocky View Schools)
- Nose Creek Elementary School. Grades: K–5.
- C.W. Perry School. Grades: 6–9 (middle/junior high)
W.H. Croxford High School. Grades10–12 (senior high)
Bert Church High School. Grades 10–12. (nearby senior high)
- R.J. Hawkey Elementary School. Grades: K–5.
Catholic (Separate) Schools
St. Martin de Porres High School – Grades 8–12.
Good Shepherd School – Grades K–6.
Our Lady Queen of Peace School – Grades K–9.
Private School:
Airdrie Christian Academy – Grades K–12 (private, with a strong reputation (Earlier Fraser Institute ranking in top schools in AB).
School Performance & Ratings (Overview)
Certain Airdrie schools rank within provincial top lists in recent Fraser Institute reports, especially at the high school level, indicating pockets of very strong academic performance.
COMMUNITY SUMMARY
- Bayview in Airdrie is a peaceful, family-oriented neighbourhood known for its beautiful canals, scenic walking paths, and welcoming suburban atmosphere. As one of Airdrie’s newer communities, it offers modern homes, thoughtfully designed green spaces, and easy access to parks, recreation, and everyday conveniences. With its quiet streets, strong sense of community, and close proximity to schools, shopping, and major routes into Calgary, Bayview provides an ideal balance of comfort, nature, and convenience for families and individuals looking to settle into a relaxed yet connected lifestyle.
