Thaddeus Stevens School vs. The Riverside School

A preparatory PreK-8 school cultivating thoughtful scholars, compassionate stewards, and knowledgeable leaders

The School promotes academic excellence, authentic scholarship, and personal integrity through a rigorous integrated program

The School honors Thaddeus Stevens and his work by creating a culture in which students are encouraged to use their voices on behalf of themselves and others.

Students regularly participate in civil discourse regarding their school, their community, their nation, and their world. Learning to develop their opinions and to present them with respect toward those who might disagree is fundamental to the students` experience at Thaddeus Stevens School.

To prepare students to move into the global 21st century environment,t he School has formed a partnership with a school in Hamburg, Germany through which students participate in homestays in both countries.

Students attend high school at Lyndon Institute, St. Johnsbury Academy, and The White Mountain School.

Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

Member of Vermont Independent Schools Association and First Amendment Schools Network.

The Riverside School is dedicated to the ideal that children be involved, enthusiastic participants in their education.

We nurture and encourage curiosity, creativity, and individuality, and we instill in students an appreciation for hard work.

We believe that children can learn to be strong, effective leaders, and we are committed to developing in our students the skills necessary to take on leadership roles.

We believe that students must be aware of and be active in the broader world around them in order to become ethical and compassionate members of society.

Support for our students' growth as learners, leaders, and citizens must come from every element of the Riverside community, both in and out of the classroom; therefore, we value and rely on the deep involvement of parents, faculty, staff, and administration in the development of our students.