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Riverdale is a Pre-K through grade 12 independent school in New York City committed to empowering lifelong learners by developing minds, building character, and creating community in order to change our world for the good.
The involvement of our many alumni, friends, supporters, and trustees further enhance students’ education at Riverdale. Add to this our connections with organizations and community leaders closeby in The Bronx, across the country, and around the world. Altogether, we create a community that focused on students’ development as lifelong learners.
Founded in 1907 by Frank Sutliff Hackett and his first wife, Francis Dean (Allen) Hackett, Riverdale Country School is one of the oldest country day schools in the United States. Originally known as the Riverdale School for Boys, it began with 12 students and four teachers and promised scholarly, intimate teaching amid abundant recreational ...
The Riverdale Country School admission office assembles a holistic understanding of each applicant, including character strengths, the potential for community engagement, and academic preparation.
Riverdale students are active learners who break down complex problems, ask good questions, evaluate evidence, and develop confidence in their own abilities and talents. The in-depth curriculum and extensive co-curricular programs work together to provide knowledge and experience.
Riverdale Country School is situated on 27.5 acres across two campuses in the Bronx. The trees, play areas, gardens, and outdoor learning spaces enliven the student experience.
Riverdale students have multiple interests — Mandarin and dance, science research and crew, entrepreneurship and feminism. They learn how to be a part of diverse teams and how to engage with local and global communities.
