Norfolk Public Schools has many programs designed for special education students. The district runs St. Mary's Infant Home for severely disabled children. The school district has a program for disabled preschoolers. Students kindergarten age and older are mainstreamed, if possible, with the help of resource rooms. Each summer about 500 talented middle-school students participate in Junior University held at Ruffner Middle School.
Elementary students can participate in a five-week summer enrichment program.
Talented high school musicians can perform through the Strolling Silver Strings ensemble. Preparing children to learn is an important goal for the school district. It offers an extensive prekindergarten program and a full-day kindergarten. There are several specialized centers run by the school district. The Coronado School is for pregnant students.