RIVERSTON
SCHOOL
INCLUDE | INNOVATE | INSPIRE
Welcome to Riverston School
Our Aims and Ethos
Riverston School provides a warm, caring and stimulating environment where children will learn new skills. We excel at providing each child with the right skills to prepare them for life in the wider world. We are part of a community characterised by a profound respect for and encouragement of diversity, where important differences among children and adults are celebrated. What drives us is ensuring that children have the best possible life chances and that they are not limited by the perceptions of themselves and what they might achieve in life.
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HEADTEACHER'S WELCOME
I am delighted to welcome you to Riverston School and College. If we have the pleasure of you visiting in person, you will quickly see we are a very unique setting with the reality of inclusion at our core. We are an independent school in the heart of London, and reflect the diversity that surrounds us. Our students reach across all abilities and backgrounds. Our small classes and nurturing environment provides the platform for success that a traditional educational setting cannot provide. Many of our students come from a place of broken relationships with the school system, difficult experiences in their peer relationships or a lack of empathy and understanding from professionals working with them. We look to repair relationships and trust in the school system so that students feel safe enough, and happy enough, to reach their academic potential.
Our extensive therapy team including drama therapy, occupational therapy and speech and language therapy, allow us to cater for students with wide ranging needs, including those with mental health difficulties as well as learning needs. We offer a broad and rich curriculum which includes GCSEs, A Levels and BTECs, alongside a range of life skills courses that help prepare our young people for life beyond secondary education. Our future focused ethos means we take a very child centred approached and look to tailor our provision to the needs of each individual, leading them to where they want be in adulthood. Whether that is further education, employment or simply being able to live independently, our focus is on the child and family voice and their hopes and aspirations. We very much hope you will have the chance to visit our fantastic school, so we can show you our ethos and values in practice.
Guy Baker, Headteacher
Promoting Positive Behaviour – Active Bystander Guidance
As part of our ongoing commitment to student wellbeing and positive behaviour, students have been provided with guidance on how to be an active bystander. This information helps them understand the different ways they can respond safely if they witness conflict or unkind behaviour, both in school and beyond. The guidance encourages students to consider when to step in, seek help, or offer support, empowering them to make confident and positive choices.
Art at Riverston School is a celebration of creativity, expression, and imagination 🎨✨
Through a variety of artistic mediums and experiences, students are encouraged to explore their ideas, develop their skills, and express their unique perspectives. At Riverston, art inspires confidence, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for visual expression. 🖌️🌈
#RiverstonSchool #RiverstonArt #CreativeLearning #ExpressYourself #ArtEducation InspiredCreativity
🚲🔧 Fix-a-Bike Workshop 🔧🚲
This week we held a fantastic Fix-a-Bike workshop, organised by the wonderful Ms Watson. Students learned essential bike maintenance skills, including how to remove a tyre and inner tube, find and fix a puncture, and carry out the important ABCD bike safety checks.
A brilliant hands-on session that built confidence, practical skills, and independence — well done to everyone involved! 👏✨
🚀🌕 PSHE in Action – Year 7 🌕🚀
This week in PSHE with Ms Roberts, Year 7 students took on the exciting challenge of designing and building a Lunar hotel using wooden sticks and masking tape. Their structures had to be strong enough to withstand a simulated meteorite impact!
The activity encouraged great teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, all while having lots of fun along the way. 👏✨
💚✨ **Wellbeing Wednesday** ✨💚
Our Wellbeing Wednesday activity is now available to access via our Linktree. We encourage students, families, and staff to take a moment to get involved and support positive wellbeing.
You can find the activity here: [https://linktr.ee/riverstonschool](https://linktr.ee/riverstonschool)
#WellbeingWednesday #StudentWellbeing #MentalHealthMatters #SchoolCommunity #RiverstonSchool
🎭 **Where Drama Comes to Life** 🎭
Our drama space at Riverston School is a place for creativity, confidence and self-expression. From rehearsals and performances to discussion and reflection, this flexible environment supports students to explore storytelling, build communication skills and find their voice.
We’re proud to provide safe, inspiring spaces where creativity can thrive 💙
#RiverstonSchool #DramaEducation #CreativeArts #StudentVoice #ExpressYourself
🍳✨ Cooking Lessons in Action ✨🍳
As many of you may already know from our social media, cooking is a lesson enjoyed by a large number of our students. Their recent culinary creations have been nothing short of amazing, showcasing creativity, skill, and a real passion for learning in the kitchen!
We’re so proud of the effort and enthusiasm our students bring to every lesson. 👏🍽️
#CookingLessons #StudentSuccess #LifeSkills #CreativeLearning #ProudSchool CulinaryCreations
History at Riverston School brings the past to life through inquiry, discussion, and discovery 📜✨
Students explore significant events, people, and cultures, developing critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the world we live in today. At Riverston, history encourages curiosity, perspective, and a lasting appreciation for our shared story. 🏛️🌍
#RiverstonSchool #RiverstonHistory #LearningFromThePast #CuriousMinds #HistoricalThinking InspiredLearning
🎨✨ KS5 Art Excellence ✨🎨
Our KS5 students have been excelling in their A Level Art work, producing truly extraordinary and creative pieces. The quality and imagination on display have been so impressive that staff couldn’t resist popping by to admire the wonderful masterpieces!
We are incredibly proud of our students’ talent, dedication, and creativity. 👏🖌️
#KS5 #ALevelArt #CreativeStudents #StudentAchievement #ArtEducation ProudSchool CreativityInAction
🔗 Useful Links for Parents & Carers – All in One Place
Did you know that Riverston School has a Linktree profile with quick access to a range of useful information and resources for parents and guardians?
Our Linktree includes links that may help with:
• School contact details
• Key information and resources
• Support services and guidance
• Important updates and signposting
It’s a simple way to find what you need, all in one place.
👉 Visit our Linktree here:
https://linktr.ee/riverstonschool
We encourage parents and carers to take a moment to explore the links and bookmark the page for future reference.
Thank you for your continued support 💙
