My name is Sarita Myers and I would like to welcome you to our Junior High School. When you step through the doors, you will find a very special place filled with energy and enthusiasm for learning. The Junior High years represent an incredibly exciting time of opportunity. There is a spark during these years which, when carefully nurtured, can grow into an incredible flame as students explore what it means to be scientists, innovators, artists, critical thinkers, problem solvers, and so much more.
At Riverside, we recognise and value that every child is unique. Our broad and balanced curriculum is designed to challenge, inspire, and motivate students to build the necessary skills to achieve their individual potential as they prepare to enter Senior High. The Junior High curriculum structure is based on the British National Curriculum (Key Stage 3 Programme, Years 7 – 9) to meet the needs of an international student body. Individual subjects draw upon comparative resources across the world. It is important for students to begin thinking about their educational goals at this stage and planning what they might like to study in the future.
The Junior High Curriculum:
The Junior High years are the foundation for secondary education. We provide a broad and balanced curriculum to give students a wide range of knowledge, skills and opportunities for the future. We also extend a vast array of unique, specialised learning experiences to allow students to deepen their understanding in different fields of study. Students at this stage begin to discover areas of interest and talent they may wish to pursue further in depth as they continue into Senior High.
All students at Riverside Junior High study:
Riverside is an international school recognised by the Czech Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (Ministerstvo školství mládeže a tělovýchovy), and it is found on the list of international schools with a valid permit for fulfilling compulsory attendance in the Czech Republic (Seznam zahraničních škol s platným povolením plnění povinné školní docházky na území České republiky).
The programme is based on the Framework Educational Programme for Basic Education (Rámcový vzdělávací program pro základní vzdělávání RVP ZV) and primarily focuses on the educational area (Czech) Language and Literature. The aim of the programme is to develop the skills and competencies required to succeed in official testing within the Czech system. Junior High Czech for Czech lessons take place during 2 morning sessions (7:30-8:10) per week of 40 minutes each. Official testing takes place four times a year.
A key focus during the Junior High years is the development of critical skills necessary for success in further education. Our dedicated team of educators builds on the learning and skills acquired in Primary School and engages students in developing their critical thinking, problem solving, study skills, independence, innovation and self-reflection.
Students in the Junior High benefit from specialist instruction delivered by highly qualified and experienced teachers and staff who bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the classroom. The curriculum comes to life when students are able to conduct experiments, engage in real-world language learning practice, create music and art, design, innovate, perform and compete.
Riverside Junior High boasts an outstanding location in the heart of Prague. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities which include science laboratories, a professional grade recording studio, fully equipped art and drama studios, and a newly opened Innovation Centre all located on site. All students participate in Physical Education, Outdoor Adventure, and competitive sport utilising our purpose-built facilities on the Primary School Campus, supported by our seamlessly integrated transportation system.
At Riverside Junior High we want all students to recognise and have confidence that their voice matters. This culture is built by listening to students, respecting and trusting them, and allowing them to drive challenge and change.
At Riverside, we believe in nurturing the whole child by providing more than a high quality education, extending the educational experience to develop skills and passions that students will carry with them for a lifetime. This is achieved through a vast range of opportunities provided in our Skills for Life extracurricular programme.
The Skills for Life clubs provide Riverside students with opportunities to explore new interests, build physical and social skills, deepen understanding of a range of fields of study, gain experience, and support personal growth and development.
During the school day, Riverside Junior High students make use of our well-resourced classroom and specialised facilities by participating in eight lessons, each lesson scheduled for 40 minutes. Some lessons are scheduled as double lessons, lasting for 80 minutes. PE and extracurricular Sporting clubs take place at our purpose-built facilities on our Sedlec campus.
Riverside graduates have been accepted to some of the most prestigious universities around the world.
