Welcome to Riversdale Primary School.

It is a privilege to lead a school that sits at the heart of such a diverse and vibrant community. Every day, I see pupils who are curious, kind and determined to do their best, supported by a dedicated staff team who are committed to helping each child succeed.

At Riversdale, we believe that every child should feel known, valued and confident in who they are. We establish a calm, purposeful environment where pupils feel safe to take risks in their learning, develop resilience and take pride in their achievements.

We have high expectations for all of our pupils, and we are equally committed to ensuring that every child is supported to meet them. Strong relationships between staff, pupils and families are central to this, and we value the partnership we build with our community. 

As Headteacher, I am proud of what we are building together at Riversdale - a school where children are not only successful learners, but thoughtful, responsible individuals who are ready for the opportunities and challenges ahead.

I hope our website gives you a sense of our school, and I warmly invite you to visit us to see Riversdale in action.

Steven Sousa

Headteacher