Riversdale Primary School Southfields Post Reply

[Oldtimer]

Can anyone tell me more about this school please? I know that Sheringdale is the most popular school in the Southfields area, aside from the church schools, and was impressed when I looked around it. However it is very small, and has a tiny catchment area so the majority of children in Southfields, in particular in the grid area, do not get in there. I looked around Riversdale and thought it seemed nice enough- it lacked the cosy atmosphere of Sheringdale, but it appeared to be a good school. Riversdale seems to be inexplicably avoided by a lot of parents, despite it having a swimming pool, good outdoor space and enthusiastic teachers. Would love some first- hand info on it as my daughter and a number of other parents I know have places for September, and I am a bit unsure about what to do. Thanks!

[Oldtimer]

Just thought I'd check again in case anyone has any feedback. Thanks for your help.

[carissab]

My boys love going to school at Riversdale. My youngest currently in nursery will be starting reception in Sept, with my oldest in Yr 1 since finishing reception last year. They have a great individual approach to each childs learning, I am really impressed at the progress my boys have made with their reading & maths. My boys have settled with a great group of friends & fantastic parents that I now share play dates with. I have only been impressed by the school, but I have been told it has dramatically improved over the last few years which is the time I have experienced.

[carissab]

Sorry realised I didn't specifically say my youngest is currently in nursery at Riversdale!