The regions River Valley School offers busing from are:
Additional notes: We currently have three bus routes that service specific communities within the SW, Central and NW Quadrants of the city. Please note that families outside these areas are welcome to use stops on any of these routes if it is convenient for their purpose. A family discount is available for the second and subsequent children.
When discussing schools we often talk about curriculum, or resources, or instructional approaches, and while all of those things are important, so is the presence of a supportive, safe, familiar, and consistent learning environment. And, rightly, that’s where the program at River Valley School begins. The school describes itself as a community, and the description is apt. A safe environment, of course, is one in which a child feels a sense of belonging, and within which she is valued, able to play a role and have a voice. Instruction at River Valley is student-centred, informed by an overt intention to build upon students’ individual strengths and interests. There is a comfortable enrollment level, one that allows for a nice breath of programming while also maintaining that sense of place and belonging. Families look to River Valley to create a strong beginning to their children’s education as well as their social lives, and indeed that’s exactly what they find.
"River Valley School offers exceptional early years and elementary education for children aged 3 (Pre-JK) to Grade 6. Through an inquiry-based approach, we nurture each child’s natural sense of wonder—placing equal value on curiosity, well-being, and academics. With small class sizes, compassionate educators, and dynamic specialist programs in Art, Music, Drama, French, PE, Outdoor Education, Technology, and Library, students thrive through exploration, creativity, and connection. Wonder truly lives here."
"River Valley School is Calgary’s only independent school solely dedicated to children aged 3 to Grade 6 — and that focus makes all the difference. We celebrate childhood as a...(more)
"At River Valley School, we believe children don't fit into "boxes." Our focus on fostering independent thinkers who can handle varied academic challenges means we place less...(more)
"River Valley School was founded with a deep respect for child-led learning — a philosophy that continues to shape our approach today. In 2003, the school evolved into River...(more)
"River Valley School is an ideal match for families who value a holistic educational experience, where academic achievement is balanced with social and emotional growth. Our...(more)
"Desire for a Competitive Academic Environment: If a family values competition as crucial for academic success and prefers a culture of competitive rankings, they might find our...(more)
"Individual Attention: Our small class sizes ensure that each student receives personalized attention, allowing for tailored instruction that meets their unique needs and learning...(more)
"River Valley School's image in the public eye has transformed from being a "hidden gem" to a recognized leader in early childhood and elementary education. Our reputation is built...(more)
"At River Valley School, we take immense pride in a seemingly simple yet profoundly impactful practice: nearly every staff member can name and personally address each of our over...(more)
"While many schools claim to focus on the whole child, River Valley truly embodies this philosophy. From the moment students step through our doors, they are immersed in an...(more)
"Since acquiring our riverside campus in 2021, we have made critical improvements to ensure a state-of-the-art learning environment for our students. We have upgraded the air...(more)
"At River Valley School, our vision for the next five to ten years revolves around a transformative campus redevelopment designed to significantly improve our learning environment....(more)
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