RD American School is set to open in January 2026 at Changi Business Park, bringing a research-driven American education to Singapore. The school partners exclusively with New York’s Riverdale Country School, integrating neuroscience, cognitive psychology and globally informed teaching practices into its curriculum. With guidance from Columbia University’s Dr Kevin Mattingly, the academic experience is rooted in the science of how children learn, ensuring an engaging and world-class foundation for every student.
Designed around 21st-century skills, the elementary programme encourages creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and global citizenship. Learning feels like play, with students setting their own goals, exploring themes such as rainforests, the brain and the wider world, and working in intentionally small classes capped at 20. Each child receives individualised support from experienced teachers and specialists, helping them grow with confidence while building strong academic foundations.
The campus itself is purpose-built for modern learning, featuring flexible, light-filled studios that adapt to different styles of inquiry and problem solving. Instead of traditional scoring, student growth is tracked through ongoing feedback, self-reflection and portfolios that showcase progress over time. With its emphasis on curiosity, agency and joyful learning, RD American School positions itself as a distinctive new choice for families seeking an innovative American education in Singapore.
