our approach to learning
At Arete Academy, our students learn in collaborative studios of multi-age learners. Our self-directed approach challenges students with individualized goal setting and inspires them through real-world projects and experiences.
Using our online guidance system, our students set daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly goals in reading, writing, math, fitness, and passion projects. Parents are invited in the first week of each month to see the goals your child has set and make recommendations.
Our studios are run mostly by our students, providing authentic opportunities to take responsibility, make decisions, and solve real problems, preparing them to be effective leaders and collaborators in the future.
Our students agree to participate fully and responsibly in our community, place high value on their education, and use our studios for their intended purposes.
Explore Our Studios
Lower Studios
(Ages 5-12)
Our Lower Studio is designed to foster a love for learning while mastering academics. Using our online guidance system, our students set daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly goals in reading, writing, math, fitness, and passion projects. All are self-paced and mastery-based, using adaptive technology and traditional Montessori materials and methods, with academic coaches available to support your child in accomplishing their goals. Plenty of time for unstructured play binds the community and motivates students to accomplish their goals.
Upper Studios
(Ages 12-18)
Our Upper Studio students design their academic plans, learn from leaders in the community, and enjoy a higher level of freedom as they learn to navigate the world and their place in it. Upper school learners can remain on campus, work, or attend dual enrollment classes during the day. Students can also join the Apogee Strong Leadership Development program, a one-year program designed to equip your teen to become confident, resilient adults who lead with purpose.
620 Village Dr
Suite A
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
401 Waters Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23322
400 W Olney Rd
Norfolk, VA 23507
“It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to
have tried to succeed.”