Riversdale Primary School

About Riversdale Primary School

Riversdale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 376 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 433 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Riversdale Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Steven Sousa, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12170th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 55 in Wandsworth.

Riversdale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 184 applications for 67 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Riversdale Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Chess, Film Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Wandsworth, Riversdale Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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