Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University
- Operated by: Goodwin University Educational Services (GUES)
- Pre-K3, Pre-K4, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
- 500 Total Students
Why choose us?
World-renowned Reggio Emilia approach
Develop academic growth and independent critical thinking through project-based learning and a self-guided approach where students take the lead in their learning.
Well-rounded educational experience
Build a strong foundation in reading, writing, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), social-emotional learning, the arts, and health through a curriculum that fosters exploration, creativity, and confidence.
Safe, inclusive learning environment
Take risks and learn from diverse cultures and backgrounds, develop meaningful connections, and build the confidence and understanding to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
Schedule
Events
Services & Offerings
Transportation
Transportation availability varies by grade level.
Prekindergarten
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Transportation is provided for Hartford residents only. Non-Hartford residents are eligible for a reimbursement stipend, unless they live in the town where the school is located. East Hartford residents are not eligible for a transportation stipend for this school.
Kindergarten – Grade 5
- Transportation is provided for students living inside the RSCO transportation zone. Review the transportation zone map to determine eligibility.
- RSCO does not provide door-to-door transportation. Bus stops vary and may include stops in your neighborhood or centralized locations in or near your town. Typically, centralized bus stops are not within walking distance of a student’s home. Families are responsible for transportation to the bus stop.
- Students attending a magnet school located in their town receive transportation through their home district. East Hartford residents receive transportation through East Hartford Public Schools for this school. Contact the district’s transportation office for more information.
- For students living outside the transportation zone, families may transport their child to an existing stop within the transportation zone or provide their own transportation. A reimbursement stipend is available for families who live outside the transportation zone and bring their child to school.
Prekindergarten Tuition
This school charges a fee for prekindergarten. By law, CREC (Capitol Region Education Council) and Goodwin University Education System (GUES) magnet schools must charge tuition for prekindergarten. The cost is based on a family’s income, and no family will pay more than $2,351 per child. For more information on what your family’s cost would be, please contact the school.
Specialization
Reggio Emilia
Special Features
- Full-day NAEYC accredited PK program
- Partnership with MOVIA Robotics
- String lessons for grades 3-5 and an orchestra ensemble for grades 4-5
- Chorus available to any student in grades 4-5
- Active Student Council where scholars mentor peers and make decisions for the school community
- Established parent organization, the Riverside Community Council (RCC) holds events, fundraisers, and is active in decision-making
- Early access to pathway-specific lessons in health, business, computer science, and engineering
- Weekly STEM and health classes for all students
Placement Priorities
The following priorities are used in the placement process and can increase the chance of a placement if the school has available seats. To receive priority, you must apply during the on-time application period and make the school your first choice. Applicants receive priority in the order listed below.
- Enrolled Sibling
- Employee/Staff
- Placed Sibling
- Pathway school: Wintonbury Early ChildhoodMagnet School (PK4 Hartford Residents)
Pathways
CONTINUING THE MAGNET EXPERIENCE!
Riverside’s 5th grade students have a direct pathway to 6th grade at Connecticut River Academy. To be eligible for direct pathway priority, applicants must submit an on-time RSCO application and make Connecticut River Academy their first-choice school.
