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The Riverdale PartnershipA Foundation of Excellence

The Riverdale Country School Advantage

RDAS is a partner school of the prestigious Riverdale Country School in New York City

Over a Century of Excellence: Founded more than 117 years ago, Riverdale offers a legacy of academic innovation, character development, and global perspective.
One of America's Top K-12 private schools*

* “Ranked the #1 private K-12 school in America by Niche.com in 2025”

We believe that deep, enduring learning happens through productive struggle, which is why we embrace our philosophy of "High Challenge, High Support.”

The Magic of Learning at RDAS

We believe that deep, enduring learning happens through productive struggle, which is why we embrace our philosophy of "High Challenge, High Support.”

High Challenge:

At RDAS, students are architects of their own education. They become confident, self-driven learners, gaining deep understanding and lifelong skills through meaningful challenges—empowered to thrive in their community, college, and career.

MyPAth

Every child has unique gifts, interests, and dreams. MyPath @ RDAS honors this individuality by creating a learning journey as distinctive as your child's fingerprint.

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We believe that deep, enduring learning happens through productive struggle, which is why we embrace our philosophy of "High Challenge, High Support.”

The Magic of Learning at RDAS

We believe that deep, enduring learning happens through productive struggle, which is why we embrace our philosophy of "High Challenge, High Support.”

High Support:

At RDAS, every child feels deeply and individually supported—academically, emotionally, and socially—through every challenge, building resilience and a strong sense of care and belonging that is essential for thriving in school and life.

Third Teacher

Dynamic learning spaces designed by award-winning Trung Lê, which inspires movement, curiosity, and collaboration to help every child grow, connect, and thrive. 

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The Science of Learning at RDAS

An expert in translating cognitive science research into educational practice, Dr. Kevin Mattingly has worked with the Klingenstein Center at Teachers College Columbia University for over 17 years and has held leadership positions at both Riverdale Country School in New York City and as The Lawrenceville School in New Jersey.

Dr. Mattingly brings this long history of shaping pedagogical excellence in top-tier institutions to the faculty at RD American School in his role as academic advisor.

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The Beginning of a Legacy

The Riverdale PartnershipA Foundation of Excellence

School and College Advising Program

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