The River School
Worcester, Worcestershire, West Midlands · WR3 7ST
Founded in 1985 and rooted in a Christian ethos, The River School in Worcester is a small, all-through independent that takes pupils from the age of two through to GCSE. With just 86 on the roll, it offers a notably intimate setting where children are known as individuals rather than as faces in a crowd. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school "good" for both education quality and personal development, and found that it met all compliance standards. Day fees range from £5,340 to £10,680 a year, with means-tested bursaries available to broaden access.
86
Pupils
good
ISI
£10,680
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-16
- Pupils
- 86
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 20
- Location
- Worcester, Worcestershire, West Midlands
- Website
- www.riverschool.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01905 457047
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Emma Ellin
Latest results
Attainment 8
42
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
55%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
34%
Teaching & academics
Results at GCSE are mixed but solid: 55% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, comfortably ahead of the national average of 47%, while around a third reach the top grades of 7 to 9. The school's Attainment 8 score of 42 sits a little below the national average of 46.9, reflecting a broad, non-selective intake. Mathematics, the two English qualifications and Geography are among the most popular subjects, and the pupil-to-teacher ratio of 20 is generous given the school's size.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 7.08%
- EHC plans
- 7.08%
Arts & extracurricular
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport spans team and individual pursuits, including basketball, netball, rounders and athletics, alongside table tennis and badminton. The compact community lends itself to pupils trying a range of activities rather than specialising too early.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1985
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Primary are not allowed phones. Senior pupils hand them in at the start of the day and they are returned at the end of the school day. No phone use is allowed on the school site.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £5,340 - £10,680
- Bursaries up to
- 50% of fees
Means-tested bursaries available
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 23 January 2024
The last word
A small Christian school for families who value a close-knit, all-through environment over the scale of larger independents, with bursaries easing the way for the right pupils.
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The River School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The River School located?
The River School is located at Oakfield House, Droitwich Road, Worcester, WR3 7ST.
What type of school is The River School?
The River School is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.
How many pupils attend The River School?
The River School has approximately 86 pupils on roll.
What is The River School's inspection rating?
The River School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 23 January 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.