School Staff 2023
Grade 7
Math Grades 6 & 7
Natural Science Grades 5-7
Social Science Grade 7
Mrs Lize-Marie Dreyer
BSc Genetics
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education
IT Grades 00 – 7
Social Science Grades 5 & 6
Mr Quewlynn Bhana
Intern
Language Development
Conversational English for Grades Cubs - 6
Ms Samantha Scott
History of Riverview Preparatory School
Riverview Preparatory School opened its doors in January 1997, in response to a need for a Christian English medium school in the Onderberg area.Click here to read more about the history of the school.Our Mission
We strive for educational excellence guided by Christian principles, while developing pupils who are universally competitive, guardians of their environment, heritage, social well-being and who contribute to the welfare of the community.Code of Conduct
- The mission statement places emphasis on discipline, self-respect and manners.
- The school’s motto is “Integrity”.
- The school’s discipline procedures run parallel with these objectives.
- The whole purpose of discipline in Riverview Preparatory School is to train the children to become well-mannered, respectful and self-disciplined, understand their own moral code, and practise it.
- There should be no fear in discipline. It comes about through constant reminder, practise, understanding and good, sound leadership.
- All discipline / disciplinary procedures should have sound reasoning behind them. Children will understand WHY they are being disciplined, and what the discipline means to achieve.
Governing Body
Riverview Preparatory School is a non-profit organisation and is run by the board of governors. The board is elected by the parent body at the annual general meeting which is held in the fourth term. The chairman of the board for 2022 is Mrs Johanna Horn.The Board of Governors is constituted with the objective, inter alia, to acquire and administer in trust on behalf of Riverview Preparatory School, the collective equity and interest of all children, parents and Board members.
Board of Governors
Johanna Horn – Chairperson
Emanuel Vieira - Vice Chairperson / Head of Finance
Nicolene Singh– Strategic Spending
Roland Carle – Chaplancy / Bursary
Philip Goosen - Member
Mariet Loock– Education
Brendan Bailey – Headmaster
Ansel Harris – Member
Muller Senekal – Co-opted Member
Parents' Association
The Parents' Association committee consists of a group of representative parents from each class in the school and is instrumental in the communication between the school and the parents. The PA’s main objectives are to organise fundraisers, social events and act as a medium where general problems can be discussed. The Chairman of the Parents’ Association is appointed as a board member for the time of his/her chairmanship.School Song
The mighty river flowingthe mountains standing tall
The trees in summer splendour,
the lonely eagle’s call
The silent voice of God
in the wind, the earth, the sky
Teach me to believe
that I can lift my wings and fly
CHORUS
To be true as the river
on it’s journey to the sea
As faithful as the mountains
through all eternity
To stand tall as the fig tree
beneath the azure sun
To hold on to my integrity
and to know the power of One
To be honest as the sunrise
as pure as the clouds above
To fill my world with laughter,
my integrity, my love
To soar like an eagle
and to be the best I can
To have the freedom of the wind
and believe in who I am.
CHORUS
(Written and composed by Coco van Aardt, March 1997)
Riverview as an Eco-School
Riverview Preparatory School upholds a strong environmental stance and is a green flag school. The green flag is an internationally recognised symbol of environment excellence.The staff, pupils and community of Riverview Preparatory School endeavour to:
- Encourage a love for God’s creation and a responsibility towards caring for the earth.
- Create an awareness of our immediate environment, in our school grounds and surroundings and the improvement thereof.
- Consider the needs of others (people and animals) in our community.
- Manage our resources efficiently and to recycle our waste.
- Educate others about the 4R’s: Refuse, Recycle, Reuse and Reduce.
We base our code on Genesis 1 v 28:
"God blessed them and said to them, 'Be fruitful and increase in numbers, fill the earth and subdue in it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground'".
On Saturday 09 April 2016, Riverview Preparatory School was presented with the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award, initiated by WESSA (The Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa) for working towards a healthy environment and whole-school development.
Many environmental projects take place throughout the year involving learners of all ages. National and International days are celebrated and help to raise awareness of environmental issues such as the endangered rhino and the importance of conserving water. Sustainability of resources is encouraged and environmental learning takes place in the classroom in association with the CAPS Curriculum.
History of Riverview Preparatory School
Riverview Preparatory School opened its doors in January 1997, in response to a need for a Christian English medium school in the Onderberg area.Click here to read more about the history of the school.Our Mission
We strive for educational excellence guided by Christian principles, while developing pupils who are universally competitive, guardians of their environment, heritage, social well-being and who contribute to the welfare of the community.Code of Conduct
- The mission statement places emphasis on discipline, self-respect and manners.
- The school’s motto is “Integrity”.
- The school’s discipline procedures run parallel with these objectives.
- The whole purpose of discipline in Riverview Preparatory School is to train the children to become well-mannered, respectful and self-disciplined, understand their own moral code, and practise it.
- There should be no fear in discipline. It comes about through constant reminder, practise, understanding and good, sound leadership.
- All discipline / disciplinary procedures should have sound reasoning behind them. Children will understand WHY they are being disciplined, and what the discipline means to achieve.
Governing Body
Riverview Preparatory School is a non-profit organisation and is run by the board of governors consisting. The board is elected by the parent body at the annual general meeting which is held in the fourth term. The chairman of the board for 2022 is Mrs Johanna Horn.The Board of Governors is constituted with the objective, inter alia, to acquire and administer in trust on behalf of Riverview Preparatory School, the collective equity and interest of all children, parents and Board members.
Board of Governors
Johanna Horn – Chairperson
Emanuel Vieira - Vice Chairperson / Head of Finance
Nicolene Singh– Strategic Spending
Roland Carle – Chaplancy / Bursary
Philip Goosen - Member
Mariet Loock– Education
Brendan Bailey – Headmaster
Ansel Harris – Member
Muller Senekal – Co-opted Member
Parents' Association
The Parents' Association committee consists of a group of representative parents from each class in the school and is instrumental in the communication between the school and the parents. The PA’s main objectives are to organise fundraisers, social events and act as a medium where general problems can be discussed.School Song
The mighty river flowingthe mountains standing tall
The trees in summer splendour,
the lonely eagle’s call
The silent voice of God
in the wind, the earth, the sky
Teach me to believe
that I can lift my wings and fly
CHORUS
To be true as the river
on it’s journey to the sea
As faithful as the mountains
through all eternity
To stand tall as the fig tree
beneath the azure sun
To hold on to my integrity
and to know the power of One
To be honest as the sunrise
as pure as the clouds above
To fill my world with laughter,
my integrity, my love
To soar like an eagle
and to be the best I can
To have the freedom of the wind
and believe in who I am.
CHORUS
(Written and composed by Coco van Aardt, March 1997)
Riverview as an Eco-School
Riverview Preparatory School upholds a strong environmental stance and is a green flag school. The green flag is an internationally recognised symbol of environment excellence.The staff, pupils and community of Riverview Preparatory School endeavour to:
- Encourage a love for God’s creation and a responsibility towards caring for the earth.
- Create an awareness of our immediate environment, in our school grounds and surroundings and the improvement thereof.
- Consider the needs of others (people and animals) in our community.
- Manage our resources efficiently and to recycle our waste.
- Educate others about the 4R’s: Refuse, Recycle, Reuse and Reduce.
We base our code on Genesis 1 v 28:
"God blessed them and said to them, 'Be fruitful and increase in numbers, fill the earth and subdue in it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground'".
On Saturday 09 April 2016, Riverview Preparatory School was presented with the Eco-Schools Green Flag Award, initiated by WESSA (The Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa) for working towards a healthy environment and whole-school development.
Many environmental projects take place throughout the year involving learners of all ages. National and International days are celebrated and help to raise awareness of environmental issues such as the endangered rhino and the importance of conserving water. Sustainability of resources is encouraged and environmental learning takes place in the classroom in association with the CAPS Curriculum.