Riverside Mission & Values

GUIDING STATEMENTS

RIVERSIDE SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

Riverside School values the uniqueness of the individual, providing high-quality education and skills for life to students of diverse cultures, within a Christian ethos and supportive family environment. 

The staff team is dedicated to impacting students by building positive relationships and preparing them to become accomplished, global citizens.

CORE PRINCIPLES

The core principles for education at Riverside are set out below. These are reflected throughout the curriculum and life of the School.

At Riverside School, we recognise and act to instil the following principles:

• Each child is valued and respected; each is unique.
• The wellbeing of each child is of critical importance to the life of the individual and the school.
• Each child is cared for in a protective, secure, family oriented environment.
• High quality education provides an opportunity for each child to develop to their full potential.
• The positive impact of the school staff is of critical importance to a successful school.
• Children develop positive relationships and attitudes to others.

• The school, privileged with diversity of culture, provides a space for social connection and develops globally-minded citizens.

• The school makes a positive impact on the local and wider community.

STRATEGIC VALUES

The Strategic Values at Riverside are set out below.

• Challenge
• Community
• Care 

Riverside International School seeks to champion the ideals of Challenge, Community and Care through every aspect of the School. Riverside’s Strategic Values encapsulates the Guiding Statements, including the Mission Statement and Core Principles. Decision making, including strategic planning, is underpinned by the Strategic Values. 

The education provided at Riverside maintains its distinctive character and upholds these principles as we seek to express the example of Christ in all areas of our school.