Why choose us?
Riverwood Public School is a small, welcoming school where your child will receive a strong foundation from preschool to Year 6. We believe great learning does not happen by chance. It happens through engaging and purposeful explicit teaching that ensures success for every student.
Our vision: Every student at Riverwood Public School will access a high quality education that promotes equity and excellence for future success.
Contact us to find out if Riverwood Public School is the right choice for your child's education.
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Why families choose us
Every child is known
At Riverwood Public School, every child is recognised as an individual. Our teachers build strong relationships with every student, taking the time to understand their strengths, interests and learning needs so they can tailor teaching and support to help them thrive.
Every child can succeed
Our teachers combine high expectations with explicit, evidence-informed teaching to build strong foundations in literacy and numeracy. Regular assessment identifies each student's next learning steps, ensuring teaching is responsive to individual learning needs and every child can achieve their personal best.
Every child has opportunities
Students have a wide range of opportunities to learn, lead and grow through sport, creative arts, leadership and academic pursuits. These experiences help students discover their strengths, build confidence and develop important life skills.
Everyone belongs
Our students come from many different cultural and language backgrounds, creating a rich learning environment where different perspectives are valued. As they learn together, students develop respect, understanding and a strong sense of belonging.
"We are so grateful to be part of the Riverwood community. My children started in preschool at RPS before starting Kindergarten. The school has amazing intervention to help each child with their learning. The teachers are always available to answer questions, always ensuring the child continues to grow in their learning..” — a parent of Riverwood Public School
What we can offer your child
Student success
Our school provides a high-quality education where every child is known and supported to grow. We celebrate success in all its forms, from strong academic results to leadership, creative arts, sport and active citizenship.
- strong growth in literacy and numeracy
- engaged, confident and resilient learners who enjoy coming to school
- ownership of learning through goal setting and striving to achieve their personal best
- capable, independent learners prepared for life beyond primary school
- respectful and responsible members of the school and wider community
A world of opportunities
Both within and beyond the classroom, Riverwood Public School offers a wide range of experiences that help students thrive. Our students have opportunities to develop their talents, represent the school and discover new interests.
- creative and performing arts opportunities
- school sport, athletics and cross-country carnivals, gala days and representative pathways
- academic opportunities and competitions, such as debating and public speaking
- student leadership opportunities
- excursions and incursions that bring classroom learning to life
- a wide range of lunchtime clubs and activities
Tailored learning support
Every child has different strengths and learning needs. At Riverwood Public School, we tailor our programs to support a wide range of learners, including high potential and gifted students, students with additional needs or disabilities, students learning English as an additional language or dialect, and students requiring additional wellbeing support.
- early identification of learning, wellbeing and support needs
- School Learning Support Officers (SLSOs) working alongside teachers in the classroom
- specialist support from our Learning and Support Team, school counsellor and school wellbeing officer
- referral to allied health services, such as speech and occupational therapy
- targeted literacy and numeracy intervention programs informed by ongoing assessment
- support for students learning English as an additional language or dialect
- extension opportunities for high potential and gifted students
A welcoming community
Our school is a place where students from all backgrounds feel safe, respected and part of the community. We value diversity and fairness. Your child will learn and grow in a school that celebrates who they are. We prepare students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.
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building strong partnerships with students, families and the wider community
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celebrating the many cultures and languages represented at our school
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embedding Aboriginal perspectives and cultural understanding across learning
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providing a whole-school approach to wellbeing, inclusion and belonging
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creating opportunities for student leadership and voice
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fostering respectful relationships and positive behaviour across the school
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