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Riverside Education

Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands · B33 9BF

Riverside Education is a small independent school in Birmingham, with around 100 pupils on roll. Its compact size sets the tone: a close-knit, mixed community where pupils are likely to be known as individuals rather than faces in a crowd. The school is led by Dr Abide Zenenga and is non-denominational, with no religious affiliation. As a day school, it draws families looking for an intimate alternative to larger institutions.

100

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
100
Location
Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands
Website
https://riversideeducation.co.uk/

Headteacher

Head Dr Abide Zenenga

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Teaching & academics

Teaching is geared towards GCSE qualifications, giving pupils a clear academic pathway through their secondary years. The school is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), the body responsible for many independent schools in England.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

GCSE

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

The last word

A small, independent Birmingham school for families who value a personal scale and a focused route to GCSE.

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Riverside Education 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Riverside Education located?

Riverside Education is located at Birmingham, B33 9BF.

What type of school is Riverside Education?

Riverside Education is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.

How many pupils attend Riverside Education?

Riverside Education has approximately 100 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.