Greetings from the Head of School

Welcome to RD American School,

In partnership with Riverdale Country School, RD American School begins a new chapter in world-class education in Singapore. Inspired by Riverdale’s founding vision of “scholarly, intimate teaching” and “abundant play in the open,” we have built a learning community where curiosity is nurtured, relationships matter, and purpose guides every step.

Here, learning is intentional and joyful. It is grounded in cognitive science, student development research and a deep respect for each child’s unique journey. Our spaces are alive with exploration and thoughtful dialogue, where students are seen, supported and challenged to grow into confident, compassionate learners.

We are building this school for families who care deeply about how their children learn and who they are becoming. At RD American School, we are not replicating what already exists. We are designing a school from the ground up around how children actually learn and how they flourish.

Echoing the words of Riverdale’s current Head of School:

"Riverdale is an extraordinary place relentlessly committed to helping students achieve the confidence, competence and commitment to make the world a better place. We know that when your community supports you, you are able to excel at levels beyond what you could imagine for yourself.”

As a Founding Family, you will help shape a values driven community where learning is rooted in purpose, character and bold ambition. This is schooling redesigned with heart, vision and a belief that education can be both rigorous and deeply human.

At RD American School, we carry that same spirit forward. Join us and imagine what is possible when your child learns in a place that puts flourishing first.

Our Values

Well-Being

We prioritize the mental, emotional and physical health of students, fostering a balanced and supportive environment for growth: a sound mind in a sound body.

Character

We develop ethical, cultural and personal integrity, with a focus on empathy, responsibility and resilience.

Innovation

We promote new approaches to learning and teaching, inspired by the findings of the science of learning.

Global Citizenship

We nurture awareness of global issues and empower students to make meaningful contributions to society, with a focus on understanding Singapore’s unique cultural diversity and its role in the global community
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Our Partner School

Established in 1907

Though we are new to Singapore, we share a close partnership with Riverdale Country School in New York, founded in 1907 and rated America’s #1 Private School by www.niche.com.

At RD American School

At RD American School, learning is not confined to desks and textbooks - it’s an active, joyful and engaging experience. We are a place where children develop not only strong foundational skills in reading, writing and mathematics but also the critical thinking, adaptability and emotional intelligence needed for a rapidly changing world.

*According to Niche.com

The Riverdale Difference

RD American School brings world-class education to Singapore through an exclusive partnership with Riverdale Country School in New York - internationally recognized for K–12 educational excellence and recently rated the top private school in the United States*.

Our exclusive brand license gives students access to Riverdale’s pioneering programs, experiential learning and multidisciplinary teaching approaches. Grounded in developmental science, our curriculum fosters academic excellence, character growth and emotional well-being.

We enrich this approach with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), a globally respected framework that builds knowledge, skills and personal dispositions through thematic, inquiry-based learning. IPC’s focus on international-mindedness and personal learning goals perfectly complements Riverdale’s holistic philosophy, empowering students to connect their learning to real-world contexts.

Faculty are trained through Riverdale’s professional network, including Columbia University’s Teachers College, under the guidance of Dr. Kevin Mattingly, our Chief Learning Officer.

At RD American School, we are relentlessly committed to nurturing academic excellence, character and well-being - so every child can flourish.

Our Leadership Team