This document discusses factors to consider when choosing an elementary private school in Virginia Beach. It outlines key points like quality of education, curriculum focus, affordability, classroom size, teachers' qualifications, extracurricular activities, and parental involvement. International Baccalaureate schools are recommended as they develop students' academic, social, and emotional skills. Private schools generally have smaller class sizes and more individual attention. Strelitz International Academy is highlighted as it follows the IB program, uses inquiry-based learning, and has small class sizes and a good student-teacher ratio while also being faith-based.