All three of my daughters attended Norfolk Academy and went on to do very well in college and in graduate school. Norfolk Academy is a very academically rigorous institution and I think that the students who are most successful there have to be both bright and motivated. For those that are, however,
... Read more there is nothing close to NA in terms of college prep in the Tidewater area. My daughters were also happy there and chose to be there - being a graduate of a Virginia Beach public high school, I always left that option open to them. But I am very glad they chose to remain at NA. It is a truly excellent school and it has a strong emphasis on honor and character development, as well as academics. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/07/09
Well, saying whats true is that I went to NA for a year, and was bullied by kids whoms parents are richer than mine. Sure the building is huge, fancy and, did I mention big? the kids there act like they are a present from the heavens. If you want small classes, more 1 on 1 time and nicer people and staff
... Read more in general, I reccomend Cape Henry. Check out their page. Read less
Posted by a other on 09/08/09
I'm just going to be totally honest. I came to Norfolk Academy in 7th grade from another local private school I loved b/c the only way to get into NA for highschool is to be there in middle school. There's no doubt that the buildings are awesome and the best in the region, but the environment was awful,
... Read more at least for me. I'm from Norfolk, but most of the kids are from Virginia Beach and act like they are God's gift to society. I also thought it was strange that there were no AP Classes...to common i guess. I left after my sophomore year and went to Norfolk Collegiate. Collegiate isn't as flashy, but there is greater diversity, AP classess, and great teachers. It also costs about four thousand dollars less. Save your money! Read less
Posted by a student on 07/14/09
My child has been at NA for a year and we are very pleased with the overall quality of NA, though I worry about the lack of social. ethnic and economic diversity in this institution. My husband and I were surprised by the large number of nouveau riche Va Beach-types who are ostentatious in their display
... Read more of wealth and plastic surgery. Fortunately, there are many, many wonderful, well-educated and down-to-earth NA families to balance out these folks. It is reassuring to have my child in such a nurturing environment, but I'm not sure it is worth $17-20K a year. My kids have excelled academically, socially and personally everywhere we have lived (stateside and overseas), so I can't help but feel the NA investment is a bit of a waste of our money. Our child loves the school and teachers, so I suppose that's what really matters. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/05/09
I'm a senior, and have been at this school since I was in fourth grade. Let me say, NA is not for everyone. It is academically challenging in every section (Lower, Middle, and Upper), but if a student wishes to do well, they have every opportunity. The faculty is superb; they are willing to devote extra
... Read more time to each and every student, should the student wish to take advantage. The school facilities are beyond compare. The new Tucker Arts Center houses the luxurious Johnson Theater, art rooms, dance studios, music rooms, and digital editing lab. There are six computer labs on campus, as well as computers in every class room and scattered throughout the Batten Library. If you truly want a great education in Hampton Roads, you must check out NA! Read less
Posted by a student on 01/27/09
The physical plant itself is a jewel, the best money can buy. However, the accompanying elitism and sense of entitlement we experienced in the Lower School were terribly disappointing. Headmaster perpetuates this. Behavioral issues in the classroom, including physical bullying, were not handled well.
... Read more Some teachers were truly exceptional and others were poor, which is probably true for any school. The curriculum is challenging (my child did very well so this review is not written as a result of any sour grapes regarding academic performance) but it is certainly not creative. Overall, this is a B/C grade school buoyed by a self-perpetuating myth of superiority. Top performers in each graduating class will continue to carry the school's reputation, but those top-rung students would have succeeded at any school. Prospective parents, there are other private/public school academies available. Choices abound!--Former NA Parent Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/20/09
Good education, but restriction of social behavior could cause a problem for the children in the future.
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Posted by a parent on 06/14/08
i love this school being part of the minority isnt as bad as i thought it would be. Coming here was the best decisions my parents made for me in the 7th grade. now im in the eight and i feel like its the best place for me rite now
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Posted by a student on 03/07/08
I am a grandparent of two students at NA. It is such a blessing to see what my children are doing for their children by sending them to this fine school. For instance, this year the theme is 'Respect' and I see my grandchildren growing more respectful week by week. The academics are top notch, the
... Read more athletics and the arts are both available for a child who is interested in those areas. My only wish is that this education could be available to all children. What a better country we would have. I am thankful daily for the teachers, the Headmaster, the administration and the facilities that make up Norfolk Academy. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/10/07
This is, without a dout, the best school ever! the teachers are very involved with the students. If they seem to be stuggeling in a certain subject, they will offer help to bring up the grade. They use their money in the right way. For example, they just built a new addition dedicated to the arts, and
... Read more I,being a dancer think this is wonderful considering many schools show no intersests in the arts at all. I highly reccomend this school! Read less
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