Torrens Valley Christian School
Torrens Valley Christian School is a non-denominational Christian school providing a distinctive Christian environment to approximately 600 reception to year 12 students. The school is situated in Hope Valley, South Australia.
| Torrens Valley Christian School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
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Adelaide, South Australia Australia | |
| Information | |
| Type | Non-denominational Christian |
| Motto | In Christ Wisdom and Knowledge |
| Established | 1980 |
| Principal | Julie Prattis |
| Grades | Reception to Year 12 |
| Enrolment | 600 |
| Colour(s) | red, blue, white |
| Website | http://www.tvcs.sa.edu.au/ |
History
The school was founded by parents in 1980.
Principals
| Dates | Principal |
|---|---|
| 2013–Present | Julie Prattis |
| 2004-2012 | Nigel Bennett |
| 1996-2011 | Andrew Mackenzie |
School Aims
Torrens Valley Christian School aims[1]
- to provide Christian Education for children based upon the Word of God.
- to build the spirit of community in our school on the scriptural foundation of Ephesians 4: 29-32, 5:1-2.
- to encourage students to be disciples and servants of Christ and stewards of their God given gifts and abilities.
- to prepare students for future study and employment by the provision of courses appropriate to their needs.
Notable alumni
- Matthew Glaetzer: Australian Olympic track cyclist
- Julie(Jules) Sebastian: TV presenter
- Daniel Gorringe: AFL footballer Gold Coast Suns 2011-
- Brad Chilcott: 2013 State Finalist Australian of the year Australia's Local Hero 2013,[2] founder of Welcome to Australia
Sources
- http://www.tvcs.sa.edu.au/
- Brian Vaatstra, A Short History of TVCS 1975-1983, 1 April 1984
- http://tvcs.sa.edu.au/school.htm
References
- ↑ "Our Aims". Torrens Valley Christian School. Retrieved 27 August 2014.
- ↑ "Australian of the Year Honour role". http://www.australianoftheyear.org.au/honour-roll/?view=fullView&recipientID=971''. Retrieved 27 August 2014.