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School reviews

At Riviera Schools, students achieve academic success, develop confidence, and grow in a close-knit, caring community. Hear from the teachers, students, and alumni who know Riviera Schools best.

Nicole  Rivera

Inspiring thoughtful future changemakers

At Riviera Preparatory, we believe education should be dynamic, student-centered, and future-focused, empowering learners to think critically, lead with empathy, and adapt with confidence.

Nicole Rivera

Head of School, Riviera Prep campus

Jeneise  Bello

Where students come first

At the heart of everything we do are our students. When we create classrooms that are engaging, supportive, and meaningful, we don’t just teach lessons we shape confident, capable learners.

Jeneise Bello

Head of School, Riviera Day School campus

Angela  Lopez

Building foundations for tomorrow

At Riviera Schools, we ensure that students are supported both within and beyond the classroom.

Angela Lopez

Assistant Head of School, PK-K

Angeline  Gonzalez

Guiding growth with purpose

“At Riviera Schools, middle school is a pivotal journey where students are guided through a meaningful transition marked by academic growth

Angeline Gonzalez

Assistant Head of School, Middle School

Daniel  Carp

Where joyful learning thrives

At Riviera Day School, we believe the elementary years should be filled with meaningful learning, joyful experiences, and opportunities for every child to grow in confidence and character.

Daniel Carp

Assistant Head of School, Grades 1-5

Marie  Castellanos

A foundation for distinction

Within the Academic and College Counseling Department, we take a highly personalized and strategic approach to college advising, beginning as early as sixth grade.

Marie Castellanos

Director of Academic and College Counseling

Olga  Mestre

Where every student belongs

In admissions, I have the privilege of guiding families as they discover what makes Riviera more than an exceptional school

Olga Mestre

Director of Admissions, Riviera Schools

Alea  Delmastro

I really appreciated the great support from the faculty and counselors at Riviera Preparatory School.

Alea Delmastro

Alumni, class of 2016

Anarella

I think STEM gives us the opportunity to work with our classmates and learn more about each other while we work on our PLTW projects

Anarella

STEM student

Eli

We are using UV flashlights to identify a glitter bug powder which, in this case, resembles germs. This activity was very interesting and it helped us to learn about infection detection

Eli

STEM student

Isabella  Siu

Riviera gave me the tools, guidance, and confidence to pursue opportunities that align with my goals.

Isabella Siu

Alumni, class of 2019

Kyra

In this experiment I learned about how germs can easily spread, and how you always have to wash your hands with soap and water to get rid of the germs. STEM makes learning enjoyable and engaging!

Kyra

STEM student

Minerva Aguirre

As my students in kindergarten through fifth grade engage in Project Lead The Way

Minerva Aguirre

STEM teacher

Nicole  Rivera

Head of School, Riviera Prep campus

Jeneise  Bello

Head of School, Riviera Day School campus

Angela  Lopez

Assistant Head of School, PK-K

Angeline  Gonzalez

Assistant Head of School, Middle School

Daniel  Carp

Assistant Head of School, Grades 1-5

Marie  Castellanos

Director of Academic and College Counseling

Olga  Mestre

Director of Admissions, Riviera Schools

Alea  Delmastro

Alumni, class of 2016

Anarella

STEM student

Eli

STEM student

Isabella  Siu

Alumni, class of 2019

Kyra

STEM student

Minerva Aguirre

STEM teacher

Nicole  Rivera

Head of School, Riviera Prep campus

Jeneise  Bello

Head of School, Riviera Day School campus

Angela  Lopez

Assistant Head of School, PK-K

Angeline  Gonzalez

Assistant Head of School, Middle School

Daniel  Carp

Assistant Head of School, Grades 1-5

Marie  Castellanos

Director of Academic and College Counseling

Olga  Mestre

Director of Admissions, Riviera Schools

Alea  Delmastro

Alumni, class of 2016

Anarella

STEM student

Eli

STEM student

Isabella  Siu

Alumni, class of 2019

Kyra

STEM student

Minerva Aguirre

STEM teacher

Latest news

Riviera Schools Celebrates Class of 2026 Acceptances to 186 Colleges and Universities in 33 States and 6 Countries

14 July 2026

Riviera Schools Celebrates Class of 2026 Acceptances to 186 Colleges and Universities in 33 States and 6 Countries

Riviera Preparatory School is proud to celebrate the Class of 2026 and the extraordinary momentum they have built in this year’s college admissions process.

Riviera Reflections - Fall 2025

10 July 2026

Riviera Reflections - Fall 2025

Riviera Schools strives to challenge, support, and inspire each student to achieve personal success, act with integrity, and serve others.

Riviera Reflection - May 2026

10 July 2026

Riviera Reflection - May 2026

Riviera Schools strives to challenge, support, and inspire each student to achieve personal success, act with integrity, and serve others.

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Riviera has earned several state, regional, national, and international accreditations and is currently accredited by the following organizations:

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