Arts & Innovation

At Norfolk Collegiate, our Design Thinking and Computing program empowers students to explore advanced thinking, analysis, and problem-solving through a curriculum that spans pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. From dedicated technology classes in the lower school to state-of-the-art MakerLabs in all three divisions, our program provides students with hands-on opportunities to explore engineering and design. Using cutting-edge tools like 3D printers, robotics kits, and CAD software, students learn to experiment, prototype and build solutions to real-world challenges. Integrated throughout the curriculum, our courses in coding, design thinking, and engineering encourage students to develop essential skills, take risks and embrace creativity as they tackle complex problems. With an emphasis on student agency, our program nurtures thinkers, doers and explorers, equipping them with the confidence and skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

At Norfolk Collegiate, our arts programs inspire students to embrace creativity and take ownership of their learning, empowering them to explore their passions and express themselves with confidence. From the earliest grades through upper school, students engage deeply in music, theater and visual arts, building foundational skills and developing a personal connection to their work. Whether they are on stage, in the studio or collaborating behind the scenes, students are encouraged to take risks, explore new perspectives and connect their creative journeys to the world around them. Through this approach, Norfolk Collegiate fosters a culture where creativity and student agency are at the heart of every experience, equipping students with the confidence to chart their own paths and make a meaningful impact.

At Norfolk Collegiate, our MakerLabs and Innovation Hub provide dynamic spaces that foster creativity, collaboration and an entrepreneurial spirit. Our MakerLabs—equipped with tools like Ozobot robots, Makey Makey kits, and a full suite of power tools—allow students to build, create and experiment in hands-on projects that blend art, engineering and emerging technologies. Paired with these, the Innovation Hub features advanced resources like 3D printers, laser cutters, touchscreen computers and flexible workspaces, inspiring students to explore and collaborate in new ways. By combining these spaces, Norfolk Collegiate leads the way in creating thinkers, doers and explorers, giving students the freedom to pursue their passions and push the boundaries of what they can achieve.

At Norfolk Collegiate, our art spaces are designed to inspire creativity, collaboration and exploration. The Meredith Center for the Arts, home to our stunning Hackney Theater, serves as a cornerstone for our performing arts program. This 425-seat professional theater is paneled with natural oak and equipped with state-of-the-art lighting, sound, and a full fly rigging system, providing students with an immersive experience in every production. Alongside these, our art studios in each division offer students opportunities to explore a wide range of mediums, from pottery and painting to digital art and photography. Equipped with pottery wheels, kilns and other essential tools, these studios empower students to bring their creative visions to life. Guided by seasoned faculty, students are encouraged to experiment, take risks, and connect their artistic journeys to the world around them, creating a vibrant community of creators who push boundaries and explore new perspectives.

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