All-ThroughCo-educationalISI · Excellent

Riverston School

London · SE12 8UF

AAB+ A-level

9–7 GCSE

12.2%

Day fees

£17k

Inspection

Excellent

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Riverston School is a small, coed independent day school in Southeast London serving pupils from age 3 through to sixth form. With just 185 pupils across a wide age range, it offers an intimate, all-through education with multiple entry points. The school has not yet undergone Ofsted inspection, suggesting it is either relatively newly established or has chosen alternative accreditation routes.

  • Small pupil cohort allowing personalised attention and close pastoral care
  • All-through pathway from nursery to sixth form without transition gaps
  • Accessible location in Southeast London with multiple entry points for families joining mid-cycle

Who thrives here

Pupils who benefit from small-class, individualised teaching and those seeking stability through continuous all-through education in a local, community-focused setting.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports44th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Number of pupils185
Age range3–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£16.5k/yr
Settingurban
LocationLocated in Eltham area; good rail connections via Eltham and Mottingham stations, with local bus routes serving the SE12 postcode.

Contact & visit

63-69 Eltham Road, Lee Green

London

SE12 8UF

www.riverstonschool.co.uk
02083184327
Mr Guy Baker, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Eltham8 min
Mottingham12 min
SE12 bus network5 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Riverston School?

Day fees at Riverston School are approximately £16,500 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Riverston School?

Riverston School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Riverston School's exam results?

At Riverston School, 12.2% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Riverston School a boarding school?

Riverston School is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.

What is Riverston School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated Riverston School “Excellent” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Small school size enabling strong pastoral relationships and individual attention

Continuity of education from early years through sixth form without institutional transition

Community feel and accessibility for local Southeast London families

Common concerns

!Lack of Ofsted inspection history may concern families seeking external validation of quality

!Limited scale of facilities and extracurricular breadth compared to larger independents

!Relative obscurity and lack of public track record in university admissions outcomes