I have three children at CTK this year. Ms. Cotton was one of the reasons we chose this school so I was disappointed to learn she had moved on. However, I am very impressed with the new principal, Mrs. Chatham. She really listens to parents and students. She definitely loves what she does and I believe
... Read more the school is going to flourish under her leadership and vision. Academic programs are being expanded and I believe CTK will be able compete with many of the more expensive private school options in our area. This along with the family feel and Christian values makes for a wonderful combination. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/27/09
We came to this school last year as veterans of 2 other Catholic schools. This is the best by far. Our children, in elementary school, are doing extremely well. The cirriculum is challenging (especially the 4th grade as they are expected to be more independent in getting ready for middle school) but
... Read more there is also an emphasis on being a peacemaker and doing good to others. There are many opportunities for positive reinforcement from the teachers and principal. They have recently begun an accelerated reading program and they have a great science lab, library and broadcast studio that the students utilize. There is also a dedicated health care clinic staffed by an RN and parents, many of whom are also RNs. It really is very welcoming here. If I had one complaint, it would be that sometimes the communication between school and home isn't as thorough as it could be. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/20/09
the classes are better suited for those that are not expected to do well with peer groups or those that cannot connect with others.
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Posted by a parent on 02/19/09
There's not a day that goes by that my children, a seventh grader and Preschooler (Pre-K), don't look forward to going to school. Christ the King provides a wonderful environment for learning, as well as focusing on character growth as an individual. Having a child in both the middle school and preschool,
... Read more I can attest to the school having a superb and rigorous academic program from Pre-K on up to middle school. When you walk inside the doors of this school, you can immediately tell that it is some place VERY special. We are so grateful to be a part of this wonderful community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/17/08
I am a recent graduate of Christ the King School and am now in a magnet medical science program in Norfolk Public schools. I loved CTK and received a great education! I was so prepared for High School that I am now making straight A's. The best thing CTK gave me was the ability to make the right choices
... Read more when faced with tough decisions. I will always cherish my memories of CTK and Ms. Cotton! Go Cougars! Read less
Posted by a student on 10/16/08
My son currently goes to this school. He was in pre-K3 because his birthday fell 5 days short of him being able to go to pre-K 4. When I talked to the administrator at first she told me that there was nothing she could so about it and then in the same breath she said well I have to look at his birth
... Read more certificate, like I don't know when my child's birthday. While he was in pre-K3 he was outside most of the time. This school really decreased what my child learned before he went to this school. I don't know how it is for the grade school, but the pre-K curriculum is not satisfactory. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/25/08
This has been such an amazing experience for us. We were transferred here three years ago via. Navy, and I am so sad we are being transferred again. First of all, Ms. Cotton, the director is a SAINT. The teacher's are fabulous and the family atmosphere cannot be beat. Also, the technology labs, science
... Read more labs, and journalism studio are top notch. Your kids will be extremely well prepared for the real world, while working in an extremely loving environment. We are Catholic, but you do not need to feel that you need to be Catholic to attend. It is an open, loving, academic environment. I cannot express to you how much you will not regret going. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/21/08
When my famly moved here from Naples, Italy 3 years ago, Principal Miriam Cotton was waiting with uniforms in hand for us to get off the plane. Since that day, my children have experienced the most warm, loving and Christ-centered environment imaginable. The academics are challenging and the test scores
... Read more bear out the quality of education received at CTK. The school has undergone a complete transformation of physical facility and is the leader in Norfolk in education-based technology. We could not be happier with the total education being offered to our children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/22/08
We have been part of the CTK family since 1999. Both academic excellence and character building are emphasized at Christ The King. The monthly Peacemaker Award acknowledges children for being kind and considerate, qualities often ignored in today's society. Our sons have done exceptionally well at
... Read more CTK. The principal is such a motivator and encourages each child as an individual. The Center for Excellence in Learning is amazing, giving students opportunities to learn with the most advanced technology available. The teachers inspire students to achieve and believe in themselves. It is truly a wonderful school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/22/08
My wife and I have seen tremendous growth in our 6th grade son. He has been with CTK since the 1st grade. Although our commute takes approx. 30 minutes each day, he hates to miss school! His reading, writing and math skills are constantly improving. We have a partnership with his teachers. His teachers
... Read more are steadily working with us on his comprehension skills. It is a team effort and we stay in touch with each other. In the area of mathematics, CTK and Norfolk State University (NSU) have established a partnership. CTK is no different from other schools across the nation in its mathematics offerings. NSU and CTK are moving in the right direction with college students/professors going to the CTK campus and helping areas needed to assure student success. Success starts at the top! Ms. Cotton is a great leader! We believe in CTK! Read less
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Norfolk schools — Christ The King School is located at 3401 Tidewater Dr, Norfolk VA 23509. 3401 Tidewater Dr is in the Fairmont Park neighborhood and 23509 ZIP code in Norfolk, VA The school district for Christ The King School is the Diocese Of Richmond Education Office. Christ The King School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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