Education

Education for Lifelong Success

Brunswick County’s schools and colleges prepare students for success, powering businesses and families with career-ready talent. From K-12 innovations to apprenticeships, our system aligns with modern industry needs.

Our Educational Strengths

• K-12 Excellence: Brunswick County Public Schools focus on STEM and career readiness, with an 85% graduation rate and a high school student-teacher ratio of 16:1. New elementary school opens in 2026; middle school transitions for 2025-26.
• Workforce-Focused Training:
  • SVCC Programs: Short-term training (6 months or less) in healthcare, trades, and technology, with national certifications. Pre-apprenticeships combine classroom learning with paid on-the-job training.
  • GO TEC Initiative: Funded by a 2025 GO Virginia grant, this program aligns education with tech and engineering careers.
  • Veteran Support: SVCC offers tailored programs for veterans, leveraging Virginia education benefits.
  • Lifelong Learning: Adult equivalency and enrichment courses support career growth.
• Higher Education Access:
  • Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) offers affordable programs in IT, nursing, industrial tech, and more; dual enrollment available.
  • Longwood University has a transfer agreement with SVCC and is an hour’s drive away in Farmville, Virginia.
  • Southern Virginia Higher Education Center in South Boston, Virginia (1-hour drive), offers students a high quality education through partnerships with eight Virginia colleges and universities, including Southside Virginia Community College in Brunswick. Students can earn Associate’s, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees in any one of 20 disciplines and 12 Degree programs.
  • The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research – IALR – Through IALR’s research centers, top-notch Virginia Tech faculty are locating to Southside Virginia to conduct research in the fields of polymers, unmanned systems, high value horticulture and forestry, and motorsports engineering. IALR research centers are designed to conduct cutting-edge research in their specialty fields, as well as attracting small and mid-sized companies who desire access to the expertise they offer. Additionally, each research center provides educational opportunities uniquely focused on their current research.