Riverview School Catchment Consultation Update

The Brandon School Division Board of Trustees recently received a request to consider changing Riverview School from a Kindergarten to Grade 6 school to a Kindergarten to Grade 8 school. As part of this process, a survey was conducted to gather feedback from the community.

We are pleased to share a summary of the survey results:

• Participation:
  • 311 respondents, including Brandon School Division parents and staff.
  • A majority of responses were linked to Riverview School and King George School, focusing on Kindergarten to Grade 6 programming.
• Current Catchment Boundaries:
  • Feedback indicated most respondents were neutral or very satisfied with the current boundaries.
• Proposed Change Feedback:
  • Generally viewed as having a positive impact.
  • Top concerns: distance from school and safety/transportation.
  • Top benefits: continuity, reduced travel time, and enhanced school community.
• Priorities by Group:
  • School families prioritized proximity and continuity.
  • Staff prioritized capacity, proximity, and continuity.

With overall favourable feedback supporting the proposed change to Kindergarten to Grade 8, a motion regarding this catchment change was presented at the Regular Board Meeting on February 10, 2025, where it received unanimous approval.

That Riverview School accept registrations immediately for Grade 7 for September 2025, and subsequently for Grade 8 for September 2026.

On behalf of the Board of Trustees and Senior Administration, we would like to thank our community for participating in this important milestone for Riverview School.