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Riverside Academy, Home of the Lions!

Now Enrolling Grades EK-8 in Cincinnati, Ohio

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Academic Excellence

Our rigorous academic program exceeds Ohio state standards to prepare students for college and career.

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Tuition-Free, Public Community School

Riverside Academy also offers FREE Breakfast, Lunch & Bus Transportation

Welcome to Riverside Academy

Riverside Academy is a tuition-free, charter elementary and middle school serving the West Side community of Cincinnati. We offer small class sizes and individualized instruction with educational technology in every classroom. Our students benefit from a well-rounded academic program that incorporates Music, Art, and P.E. as well as service opportunities, social-emotional learning, and civic education. Riverside Academy’s safe, secure campus features a new playground, media center, auditorium, and gym.

Events

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Tue 13

Board Meeting

June 13 @ 3:00 pm
Mon 26

Kindergarten Readiness Camp

June 26 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue 27

Kindergarten Readiness Camp

June 27 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed 28

Kindergarten Readiness Camp

June 28 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Aug 16

First day of school

August 16
Sep 04

Labor Day, no school for students and staff. School closed.

September 4

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Announcements

Recent News

Re-Enrollment Open for Fall 2023

Our annual re-enrollment process is now open for current families! Invitations have been sent via email to re-enroll using the method that is most convenient for your family (online at https://bit.ly/3wPVsCi, in-person, or paper form). Your early decision and response helps us plan effectively for the upcoming school year. Thank…

Early Kindergarten Program

We are excited to announce that Riverside Academy will be implementing an Early Kindergarten Program starting in Fall 2023! The Early K program is a dedicated class that focuses on preparing your child for academic success. Developed with the ACCEL Schools Academic Team, our Early Kindergarten Program focuses on each…
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Riverside Uniform Ordering from French Toast

We are pleased to announce that dress code compliant clothing may be purchased from French Toast.  Please visit the link below to access the school store or visit their website at www.frenchtoast.com and use school code QS6141E to access our online store.  Riverside's French Toast Store » Attached flyer reads: More Value:…

Kindergarten Registration Now Open for Fall 2023!

Build a strong academic foundation from the start. Begin your education journey with us and save your student's seat today! Apply Now!

Join the Wellness Committee!

The Local Wellness Policy is a written document that guides a local educational agency’s (LEA) or school district’s efforts to establish a school environment that promotes students’ health, well-being, and ability to learn. The Wellness Policy Committee has been created as an effort to manage and develop our school’s healthy…

Congratulations Riverside Academy!

We are excited to be recognized by the Ohio Department of Education with four stars for Progress! Apply now to our award-winning school »

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