West Ghent School is a State Licensed private pre school. We accept children 2 years old through first grade. We offer music,art,foreign language and creative movement as part of our curriculum. Please schedule an appoinment to come see if our school is the right fit for your child.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
tuition varies depending on class.
Admissions Director
Laurie Reilly
Admissions Associate
Michele Burkhart
School Notes
- West Ghent School accepts children ages 2 through first grade.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for West Ghent School?
The application deadline for West Ghent School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is West Ghent School located?
West Ghent School is located in the Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 5 other private schools located in Ghent.
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The nearest high school to West Ghent School is Bina High School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Roadstead Montesorri High School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is First Presbyterian Preschool (0.6 miles away)
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Grades: K-8 | 76 students 4.5 miles 844 Jerome Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 583-7926
Norfolk, VA 23518
(757) 583-7926
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