a great education. an even better experience.
norfolk collegiate is an independent, coeducational day school enrolling students in pre-kindergarten 3 through grade 12. through a traditional college preparatory program, teachers fuse student-engaged instruction with innovative techniques to foster in each student a continuing desire to learn, to understand and to serve society responsibly. within a caring community, students are challenged to build on their strengths and to develop attitudes and habits that bring success in college and throughout their lives. norfolk collegiate is a nonprofit that is governed by a board of trustees, which includes parents, alumni and community leaders. norfolk collegiate is accredited by the virginia association of independent schools (vais) and by advanced-sacs. we are a member of the military child education coalition and a virginia purple star designated school. norfolk collegiate welcomes academically qualified students of diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in a close-knit school community defined by academic excellence and honor. mission: norfolk collegiate develops critical thinkers, doers and explorers through innovative, engaging instruction in an inclusive and supportive learning community.