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 | |
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| Location | |
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[[[Adelaide]]], South Australia | |
| Information | |
| Type | Non-denominational Christian |
| Motto | Believe, Belong, Become. |
| Established | 1980 |
| Principal | Julie Prattis |
| Grades | Reception to Year 12 |
| Enrolment | 600 |
| Colour(s) | red, navy, white |
| Website | www |
History
The school was founded by the parents from the Reformed Church of Adelaide, Campbelltown, in 1980.[1]
Principals
| Dates | Principal |
|---|---|
| 2013–Present | Julie Prattis |
| 2004-2012 | Nigel Bennett |
| 1996-2003 | Andrew Mackenzie |
| 1988-1996 | Bob Stunell |
| 1983-1987 | Peter van der Schoor |
School aims
Torrens Valley Christian School aims[2]
- 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 2011-2015, Carlton Blues 2016-
- Brad Chilcott: 2013 State Finalist Australian of the year Australia's Local Hero 2013,[3] founder of Welcome to Australia
- Emily Hodgson: Adelaide United Westfield W-League 2016-2018 squad, Young Matildas Squad 2018
References
- http://www.tvcs.sa.edu.au/about-us/our-story/, Torrens Valley Christian School, Retrieved 24 September 2018.
- "Our Aims". Torrens Valley Christian School. Retrieved 27 August 2014.
- "Australian of the Year Honour role". australianoftheyear.org.au/honour-roll/?view=fullView&recipientID=971. Retrieved 27 August 2014.
Sources
- Official website
- Brian Vaatstra, A Short History of TVCS 1975-1983, 1 April 1984
- https://web.archive.org/web/20080718214920/http://tvcs.sa.edu.au/school.htm
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