Ocean View Christian Academy

9504 Selby Place

Norfolk, VA 23503

30 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-10
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 04, 2025

I absolutely live OVCA! We are going into our 3rd school year, and it's been amazing. We removed our daughter from Portsmouth public due to issues and it was a blessing to find OVCA. The staff is amazing. And my daughter loves the school, students, and staff. I am glad that my daughter is in a safe environment where she can learn and thrive. Not only does she get a great education, but the foundation of God and the importance of caring for others. She has blossom so much.
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2021

My grandson has been attending this school for three years now. He has had excellent teachers. They care about him succeeding in every way. I have enjoyed working with the staff, all very friendly. I highly recommend this school!!
Submitted by parent on March 14, 2021

My experience with this school has been amazing. The teachers and staff feel like family, and they truly love the kids and care about their success. I would absolutely recommend this school to anyone who wants a faith-based education for their child.
Submitted by principal on February 26, 2016

The vision of OVCA is to Glorify God by helping students fulfill their potential, both physically and spiritually, in a nurturing Christ-centered environment. We strive to accomplish this through educational excellence and imparting the knowledge of the saving grace of Jesus Christ. The mission of OVCA is: To equip students spiritually, intellectually, and physically to love God, love People, and make Disciples.
Submitted by parent on January 31, 2016

This is my son's first year at OVCA. Love the small classes and the individual attention the teacher is able to provide. Communication with the teacher has been great also. My son is excelling at OVCA. I would recommend this school to everyone!
Submitted by other on January 27, 2016

Our son is in the 2 year old pre-k program and we couldn't be happier with the school! We switched him from a daycare setting and have enjoyed the consistency with the teachers and the level of communication with us on a daily basis. The tuition/pre-k fee is comparable to any other option and we feel that our son is learning so much more in a loving and nurturing environment!
Submitted by parent on January 26, 2016

My son has been attending OVCA for PreK 3 & PreK 4 and I CANNOT have enough nice things to say about this school. The teachers truly care about the students, and work daily to enrich their minds. I would recommend the Preschool program to anyone looking for a great experience for their child. The tuition rates are extremely reasonable, and the staff is genuinely friendly. Your child isn't watched by lackadaisical teenagers for the aftercare either, these are parents and young adults that care about each and every child.
Submitted by parent on April 23, 2015

As a struggling reader, our daughter's experiences in two different public school districts were nightmares. Everything changed when we came to OVCA. The VERY FIRST DAY she was there, the school evaluated her and started to design an education plan that would work for her. When she was scared or nervous about something, all I had to do was just send a quick note to her teacher and he would help her walk through the challenge. In just two months of being in school here, she is a completely different child. Her confidence level has soared! She has gained so much joy and hope that she actually tries new things without fear of failing. She says things like, "I am smart!" I haven't heard her say that in years. Her reading and writing have improved exponentially. My words on this page can never do justice to the emotions we have as her parents watching this precious child blossom in a way she has never been able to blossom before. Mr. P, Mrs. Mya, Mrs. Amy, Miss Diggs, and Mrs. Cookie have completely changed the way my daughter looks at school and at herself. I can't imagine a better school for any child to attend!! It was literally a God send for us!!
Submitted by parent on March 19, 2015

It is the first year for my son at this great school and I have seen much improvement in his education. The small classes help each student have more one on one time with the teacher. I am very satisfied with this school and its teachers and staff. They are very polite and willing to help with any questions one might have.
Submitted by parent on March 18, 2015

This school has been a wonderful find and excellent fit for our son! OVCA has a great Christian environment that is caring and supportive for the children and their families. We have enjoyed remarkable success overall in our son's schooling experience and education. I am very grateful to have been led to this school and we are truly blessed for our son to be a part of it this year and, Lord willing, for years to come. I have enjoyed assisting with almost all of the classrooms and am amazed at the wonderful teachers that are in this school throughout the grades! I would recommend this school, absolutely!
Submitted by principal on January 30, 2015

The vision of OVCA is to Glorify God by helping students fulfill their potential, both physically and spiritually, in a nurturing Christ-centered environment. We strive to accomplish this through educational excellence and imparting the knowledge of the saving grace of Jesus Christ. Our Mission is to prepare students for life as Christian role models and leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, and service before self.
Submitted by parent on June 03, 2014

I brought my daughter to Ocean View Christian Academy when she was 3. She was in a different daycarebefore we switched her. She could sing her ABC's and count to 5 before going to Ocean View Christian Academy and that was pretty much it. In a little over a year, my child can now read! She can count to 100. She is now working on simple addition and subtraction. I only wish we would have found it earlier. The teachers go above and beyond for their students. This school has been a blessing to our family.
Submitted by parent on April 22, 2014

My son is in third grade and attended last year for second grade as well. My son has excelled in all areas, academically and personally. The teachers, principal, assistant principal and the entire staff, all whom work there are caring, wonderful people who want the best for each child. My son loves going to school. The teaching and curriculum makes sense and results in learning that is impressive and has exceeded our expectations. My son is safe and I have peace of mind that he is cared for and protected. This school is a huge blessing for our family. The teachers go above and beyond to make sure each child is successful. They see each child as individuals and engage the students in a way that makes learning exciting. Don't be fooled by other school's bells and whistles. I feel this truly is the best school in the area! The small class size is a huge bonus! They have a great recycling program that helps kids understand that recycling is important. They have spirit week each year which is so much fun for the kids. They really do a lot of special things throughout the year for the kids that the kids really have fun with and appreciate. I recommend this school without hesitation!
Submitted by parent on April 08, 2014

My daughter is in the 2 year old Pre-K class and has begun reading 3 letter words. The time that each of the teachers take with each student is remarkable!
Submitted by teacher on April 07, 2014

OVCA is an excellent place for a PreK foundation to get my kids started on their education. Both my children have had wonderful teachers. Now I am privileged to work there myself. The staff truly cares for each child and adult that has an association with the school.
Submitted by parent on April 07, 2014

With a comitment to learning and to the lord our school is awesome! They are always doing fun things with the kids comming up with creative education. Our daughter loves her teachers and so do we. They keep us informed of everything going on with news letters, emails both from teachers and administrative personel. They provide a safe and friendly environment both for school and church. After care oportunities, field trips, and a school of the arts all available under one roof! There truelly a blessing, and helpful. Parent involvment is very important to them, and help provide needs for the school through donation and fundraising. We love OVCA!!
Submitted by parent on February 10, 2014

When we first moved to VA we looked for a school and this one stood out. Very small school with the average being 10 kids per class
Submitted by parent on February 07, 2014

AMAZING SCHOOL! My husband and I have had our child in this Academy for about two years now. We love the atmosphere and everyone (Parents and Teachers) really do care for our family. The academy is Military friendly and understands the struggles the parents and students can go through with the military lifestyle. Last year when my husband deployed, one of the teachers placed a map to track the parents on deployment so all the children can talk about it and realized that their friends are going through the same thing. We have never felt more welcome to be a part of something then I do here. It s one of the best decisions we have ever made for our child.
Submitted by parent on April 11, 2013

Both of my children have been attending OVCA for the past 4 years. I love the caring, nurturing environment that they are in daily and my daughter has progressed so much more than she ever did in the public education system. I would highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a Christ centered education for their children.
Submitted by parent on March 22, 2012

Selecting this school for our 2 1/2 year old was the best decision my husband and I ever made. After a month enrolled the school, I realized how glorified babysitting at a daycare was not a good option. The Pre-K program has taught her to listen, take direction, count, and identify letters, know all colors and shapes, it's amazing! The structure is actually the best part, children crave structure and our daughter shows it, I have not had any issues dropping her off in the morning, she loves it! The uniforms have been very easy for myself as well, I don't have to think about what she's going to wear each day and 5 uniforms are suitably for all seasons.