Interested in St. Matthew’s Catholic School?
Getting started is easy! If you’re exploring enrollment for the 2025–2026 school year, simply begin by filling out our inquiry form. Once submitted, our Director of Enrollment will reach out to you, or feel free to call us directly at 757-420-2455.
From there, you can schedule a private tour and request an application. We begin accepting applications each November for the following school year. Once your child is accepted, you’ll receive an enrollment packet in the spring to finalize your spot at St. Matthew’s.
We also invite you to our Open House in January—a great opportunity to tour the school, meet our dedicated teachers, and hear from current students. (Check our school calendar for the exact date) This event is ideal if a private tour doesn’t fit your schedule.
We do accept students mid-year in grades where we have openings. If you are interested in this current school year, please call the office at 757-420-2455. If you are interested in the upcoming school year, please fill out this form or call us at 757-420-2455 for more information.
Catholic and non-Catholic students are welcome at St. Matthew’s.
Kindergarten students must be 5, Kindergarten Prep 4 students must be 4, Kindergarten Prep 3 students must be 3 by September 30th (No Waivers), and Early Learners age 2 must be 2 by September 30th. All preschoolers must be toilet trained before entering the program, except for our 2-year-olds. Toilet training is part of their curriculum.
Requirements for Kindergarten Prep – 2nd School Admission
a) Birth certificate
b) Baptismal certificate for Catholic students
c) Proof of adequate immunizations as required by the Code of Virginia (before attending first day)
d) State of Virginia physical examinations within 12 months of entering school
e) Proof of custody (where applicable)
Requirements for Admission to Other Grades
a) Birth certificate
b) Baptismal certificate for Catholic students
c) Proof of adequate immunizations as required by the Code of Virginia (before attending first day)
d) State of Virginia physical examination
e) Records from previous school
f) IEP, SAP or 504 Plan(where applicable)
f) Placement/screening testing for grades 1st-8th grades may be required. You will be contacted by the main office to schedule testing.