HRA Lower School | Nurturing Young Minds for a Bright Future
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Lower School
Hampton Roads Academy
2025-08-12T09:28:02-04:00
Lower School
Creating Lifelong Learners
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At Hampton Roads Academy’s Lower School, we inspire a passion for learning by offering a challenging and academically demanding curriculum. Our Lower School students (Pre-K through Grade 4) thrive in a nurturing environment, supported by caring and knowledgeable teachers dedicated to their growth and success. Here, we lay the foundation for a lifelong journey of curiosity, discovery, and achievement.
A Message from the Director of Lower School
At HRA’s Lower School, we establish a robust academic foundation across various disciplines, fostering a passion for lifelong learning.
The goal of the Hampton Roads Academy Lower School (Pre-Kindergarten for 3-year-olds through fourth grade) is to develop students intellectually, artistically, physically, and morally.
Faculty and staff incorporate a comprehensive instructional approach supporting HRA’s core values of honesty, respect, and responsibility. Students understand and internalize the qualities that help them grow into caring, successful, and productive citizens.
The extensive curriculum is enhanced by an innovative digital learning program and a wealth of cultural and enrichment opportunities available throughout the Hampton Roads area. Students are also offered the opportunity to become involved in community service, clubs, and extracurricular activities sponsored by teachers.
Admission to the Lower School is selective. Consideration is based on the applicant’s past academic performance, test scores, a teacher recommendation, and a personal interview with the parent and applicant. While expectations for academic achievement are high, nurturing the individual potential of each child remains the focus of the Lower School. Believing that parents are the child’s first teacher, we look forward to joining our parents on their child’s educational journey.
Susanne Swain ’78
Director of Lower School
757-884-9109
sswain@hra.org
HRA’s Lower School Goals
Our Lower School encompasses Pre-K through Grade 4 and lays a strong foundation for children’s future learning and development. The Lower School curriculum provides fundamental skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and science to build a strong academic base and teach critical thinking. We encourage curiosity, creativity, and thoughtful problem-solving. We also understand how important physical activity is, especially for our youngest students, and HRA promotes health and motor skills through exercise and other activities. Additionally, we emphasize helping children develop social skills, emotional regulation, empathy, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
The Lower School Program Includes:
A strong foundation in language arts, math, science, and history
A 1:1 technology program: every student has their own iPad to support learning
Performing and visual arts courses
Access to the science lab, music room, art room, and Spanish room
Spanish, beginning in Junior Kindergarten
Co‐curricular activities, including Battle of the Books, Friendship Club, Navigator Savings Bank, and more
Leadership opportunities, such as Safety Patrol and Student Council Association (SCA)
Lower School Course Requirements
The following courses are required to be completed in each grade level in order for a student to advance to HRA’s Middle School:
Curriculum Guide
Apply to Be a Navigator
Are you ready to embark on an enriching educational journey for your child? Jumpstart their future today by applying to our Lower School! Our nurturing environment is tailored to ignite curiosity, foster growth, and create a love of learning that will last a lifetime. Join us in shaping their tomorrow—
apply now
!
Meet The HRA Lower School Team
Our Lower School teachers love what they do and work every day to create a future for your child filled with knowledge, growth, and creativity. Through small class sizes, they deliver personalized learning to support your child’s development and fulfill our HRA mission. Browse our faculty & staff directory to learn more about our talented team.
MEET OUR TEAM
Take A Tour Of Our Lower School
Explore the Lower School campus at Hampton Roads Academy
from your computer or phone
. The tour takes you through our many facilities, including our classrooms, science lab, music room, and more! Interested in visiting the Hampton Roads Academy campus in person instead? Schedule a tour with us today!
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Ready to experience the Hampton Roads Academy difference? If you have a question that you do not see answered, contact our Office of Admissions. A member of our team will contact you shortly.
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Charting Futures, Shaping Leaders
(757) 884-9100
739 Academy Ln, Newport News, VA 23602
Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
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Lower School
Hampton Roads Academy
2025-08-12T09:28:02-04:00
Lower School
Creating Lifelong Learners
APPLY TODAY
At Hampton Roads Academy’s Lower School, we inspire a passion for learning by offering a challenging and academically demanding curriculum. Our Lower School students (Pre-K through Grade 4) thrive in a nurturing environment, supported by caring and knowledgeable teachers dedicated to their growth and success. Here, we lay the foundation for a lifelong journey of curiosity, discovery, and achievement.
A Message from the Director of Lower School
At HRA’s Lower School, we establish a robust academic foundation across various disciplines, fostering a passion for lifelong learning.
The goal of the Hampton Roads Academy Lower School (Pre-Kindergarten for 3-year-olds through fourth grade) is to develop students intellectually, artistically, physically, and morally.
Faculty and staff incorporate a comprehensive instructional approach supporting HRA’s core values of honesty, respect, and responsibility. Students understand and internalize the qualities that help them grow into caring, successful, and productive citizens.
The extensive curriculum is enhanced by an innovative digital learning program and a wealth of cultural and enrichment opportunities available throughout the Hampton Roads area. Students are also offered the opportunity to become involved in community service, clubs, and extracurricular activities sponsored by teachers.
Admission to the Lower School is selective. Consideration is based on the applicant’s past academic performance, test scores, a teacher recommendation, and a personal interview with the parent and applicant. While expectations for academic achievement are high, nurturing the individual potential of each child remains the focus of the Lower School. Believing that parents are the child’s first teacher, we look forward to joining our parents on their child’s educational journey.
Susanne Swain ’78
Director of Lower School
757-884-9109
sswain@hra.org
HRA’s Lower School Goals
Our Lower School encompasses Pre-K through Grade 4 and lays a strong foundation for children’s future learning and development. The Lower School curriculum provides fundamental skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and science to build a strong academic base and teach critical thinking. We encourage curiosity, creativity, and thoughtful problem-solving. We also understand how important physical activity is, especially for our youngest students, and HRA promotes health and motor skills through exercise and other activities. Additionally, we emphasize helping children develop social skills, emotional regulation, empathy, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
The Lower School Program Includes:
A strong foundation in language arts, math, science, and history
A 1:1 technology program: every student has their own iPad to support learning
Performing and visual arts courses
Access to the science lab, music room, art room, and Spanish room
Spanish, beginning in Junior Kindergarten
Co‐curricular activities, including Battle of the Books, Friendship Club, Navigator Savings Bank, and more
Leadership opportunities, such as Safety Patrol and Student Council Association (SCA)
Lower School Course Requirements
The following courses are required to be completed in each grade level in order for a student to advance to HRA’s Middle School:
Curriculum Guide
Apply to Be a Navigator
Are you ready to embark on an enriching educational journey for your child? Jumpstart their future today by applying to our Lower School! Our nurturing environment is tailored to ignite curiosity, foster growth, and create a love of learning that will last a lifetime. Join us in shaping their tomorrow—
apply now
!
Meet The HRA Lower School Team
Our Lower School teachers love what they do and work every day to create a future for your child filled with knowledge, growth, and creativity. Through small class sizes, they deliver personalized learning to support your child’s development and fulfill our HRA mission. Browse our faculty & staff directory to learn more about our talented team.
MEET OUR TEAM
Take A Tour Of Our Lower School
Explore the Lower School campus at Hampton Roads Academy
from your computer or phone
. The tour takes you through our many facilities, including our classrooms, science lab, music room, and more! Interested in visiting the Hampton Roads Academy campus in person instead? Schedule a tour with us today!
Schedule a tour
Schedule a Tour
At Hampton Roads Academy
"
*
" indicates required fields
Learn More about HRA
Ready to experience the Hampton Roads Academy difference? If you have a question that you do not see answered, contact our Office of Admissions. A member of our team will contact you shortly.
Get in Touch
Call Admissions
Text Admissions
Email Admissions
Visit Us
Charting Futures, Shaping Leaders
(757) 884-9100
739 Academy Ln, Newport News, VA 23602
Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Copyright
Hampton Roads Academy | All Rights Reserved
Hampton Roads Academy | Hampton Roads Private School
739 Academy Ln, Newport News, VA 23602
|
(757) 884-9100
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