My name is Matthew Dagan and I have been part of the Riverside community for over twelve years. I come from the United States where my initial teacher experiences were based in Special Educational Needs and Student Support. I am continually amazed by our dedicated staff and am proud to be part of a strong leadership team that guides our School. I am married to my wife, Lucie, and share two children.
I strongly believe that the primary school years provide a tremendous opportunity for students to learn, grow and challenge themselves in numerous ways. It is also a special time where we all have the opportunity to foster curiosity, self-efficacy and empathy among our students.
The Primary School aims to meet the academic, social and emotional needs of each individual student. We offer an exciting and engaging curriculum, including our wide-ranging specialism subjects, Outdoor Activities and Skills for Life Programmes that support the challenging, caring and community-based environment in which our students thrive. We take great pride in facilitating the development and growth of our students.
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Dear Riverside Community,
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Daish, our beloved former Director whose visionary leadership shaped our school into the outstanding institution it is today. Though he retired in 2022, his commitment never wavered, and his legacy of service spans 25 years. Our hearts go out to his wife Jo, son George, and all who knew and loved him. We will keep you informed about services to honour Peter's remarkable contributions.
With heartfelt condolences,
Riverside School
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Peter gave me one of my most memorable opportunities- to teach at Riverside. I will always remember him as committed, determined and loyal. To George and Jo I have no words. You are in my thoughts and prayers this morning as I remember all the different ways Peter impacted my life.
I am absolutely saddened by these news. He was an amazing man. He cared for his staff and students. He was so kind, caring, joyful and helpful. My thoughts are with Jo and George. He will be hugely missed and forever in our hearts🙂
Our very heartfelt condolences to his family. We remember Peter with fondness. Giorgio, Carolina, Marco and Fabio.
I am so saddened to hear this. He was an incredible man. He had an impact on all of us. He was always considerate, kind and caring and did so much for so many. I send my condolences and deepest sympathies to Jo, George and all of Peter's family. He will forever be in our hearts and will be missed.
I’m very sorry to hear this. What a part he played in the amazing place Riverside was (and I’m sure still is). X
We will always remember the kind, warm welcome of Mr Daish when we first visited Riverside, and every morning we arrived with our daughter at the school. So many happy memories of our stay in Prague are connected to Mr Daish. May he rest in peace. Our condolences to the family.
My condolences. A good man, who cared about what the students who he worked for did. I am lucky that I ran into him on my flight home a few years ago. Rest easy, sir.
We send our condolences to Jo and George and all of Peter's family. We will always remember him. A man with a big heart. A man who was so caring, kind and considerate. He will forever be in our hearts.
We are so saddened to hear this. Sending our deepest condolences to the family. He had such an amazing impact on all of us and will be forever missed.
Our condolences. Strength wishes to all his family and dearest. 🙏
A good , kind, determined and visionary man . Condolences to Jo and George .
I am really sorry to read such sad news. Condolences to his family and Riverside school community. I will remember the kind man and the wonderful photographer he was.
We’re all so incredibly sad to hear this news . It is impossible to imagine Riverside without Peter Daish - but his legacy will live on in the school and through the memories of all those whose lives he has touched. Our three children adored every moment of their time at Riverside, and I have now spent more than ten years as a teacher thanks to his willingness to take a chance on me. Sending our love and thoughts to Jo, George, and everyone in the Riverside community from the Taylor family - Paul, Catalina, Mimi, Harry, and me
My condolences to his family! The picture you chose with the cabbage is I think one of my fondest memories of Mr Daish. I will always remember that face he made when my class chose to use a cabbage for our graduation speeches! ❤️ May he rest in peace with our Lord.
On behalf of the British Chamber of Commerce, we extend our deepest sympathies to the Riverside School community and to the family of Peter Daish. His legacy of leadership and dedication will always be remembered. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
I can hardly believe it!! Best boss ever!!! He will be deeply missed. I am so sorry for his wife and son. Sending prayers and love as they navigate this difficult time. 
We will always remember Mr. Daish, his kindness, generosity and warm smile. Condolences to Mrs. Jo Daish and George. 🤍🤍
I'm deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Mr. Daish. He will be greatly missed. His dedication to our school community left a lasting impact on all of us.
So very sad to hear this. 😥 He was a kind and good hearted man and will be dearly missed. Our deepest condolences to Jo, George and all his family.
My condolences to Peter’s family. He was a wonderful man with a big heart. We loved him truly.
So very sad about this. Gone much too soon. Peter was an exceptional boss and had a profound impact on my life. I am so thankful to have known him.
Such sad news. Sending our deepest condolences to Jo, George, Peter's family and the wider Riverside family.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Peter Daish, a remarkable leader whose guidance and commitment have shaped the very essence of our beloved school. As parents, we are forever grateful for his unwavering dedication to nurturing a thriving educational environment where our children could flourish.
A very great loss for Peter’s family and for Riverside. A remarkable man.
This is such sad news. Sending love and thoughts to Jo, George and all the family. Peter was a true gentleman and I treasure my memories of him. X
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