Riverside School
Primary and Secondary EducationVirginia, United States201-500 Employees
Riverside School is a mid-sized independent day school in Richmond, Virginia, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. It specializes in remediation of language skills for students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences, with the aim of returning them to mainstream education once foundational skills are developed. The program relies on a tailored curriculum delivered in small classes, supported by substantial one-on-one instruction in a nurturing environment. Its instructional approach centers on the Orton-Gillingham method, delivered through one-on-one Language Fundamentals instruction that emphasizes close teacher-student relationships and ongoing feedback. This structure is intended to support meaningful progress and increased self-confidence for students. In May 2025 Riverside hosted its 40th Annual Riverside Run to benefit PTA programs that enrich classroom curricula and support teachers and staff.