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A PLACEwhere you can feel a strong sense of belonging
WELCOMEWe are a leading independent, co-educational
day school for Prep to Year 12. Our College, set
on 4 hectares of spacious grounds, emanates
a warm, vibrant and friendly atmosphere.
Here at Northpine Christian College we have
designed key essentials to assist every student
to achieve a positive outcome throughout
their years of learning, growth and preparation
for the outside world.
Our team of educators aim to identify each
student’s strengths and passions to ascertain
his or her best educational pathway. We offer
a balanced curriculum across the academic,
sporting, artistic and spiritual dimensions of
learning, in preparation for a purposeful future.
Whilst this Prospectus contains some valuable
information about Northpine Christian College,
our website will provide you with a more
comprehensive overview of our College –
so please take a minute to visit us at
www.northpine.qld.edu.au
Thank you for your interest in Northpine Christian College
a place where strong futures start
a place of caring and dedication
OUR WINNING FORMULA
• Holistic approach to learning
• Safe nurturing environment
• Passionate and dedicated teachers
• Core academic disciplines
• Renowned cross-age mentoring within our College
• Personal spiritual growth
Our success is built on talented, inspirational and committed people who make up our College community
OUR HERITAGEBuilding on 70 years heritage, Northpine
Christian College strives to deliver excellence
through a curriculum that aims to support
every student in their intellectual, spiritual,
physical and social development. This is
within a framework of compassion,
inclusiveness and trust in a loving God.
Our remarkable school spirit is evident to
anyone who spends time at our College. It’s
not just about pride but about a real sense of
belonging and acceptance that is genuinely
inclusive of students from many different
backgrounds and talents.
A vibrant community
a place where friendships begin
a holistic approach to learning
LEARNINGOur curriculum programs are developed
within the traditional primary-secondary
framework and are supported by a
technology rich digital learning environment.
Learning tools such as technology in
classrooms, cross-age mentoring programs
within primary and secondary schools,
incursions and excursions, engage and
stimulate – ensuring our students learning
experiences are broadened and challenged.
Our teachers bring a wide range of skills that
they share with the students, providing real
inspiration across the full range of subjects.
Infants Prep – Year 2
building on foundation blocks
Junior Year 3 – 6
engaging learning strategies
Middle
developing greater independence
Secondary
ownership of subjects and career paths
where your education is spiritually fulfilled
GROWTHWe believe that students feel a strong sense
of belonging at Northpine Christian College.
Our combination of tailored programs allow
Northpine students to experience an exciting
journey for personal growth, peer mentoring,
camps, outdoor education, Challenge, Duke
of Edinburgh and community service.
We believe that these programs play an
integral role in shaping the mindset of
students and provide a foundation to
confidence building, critical thinking and
personal growth.
shaping the minds of tomorrow
striving for personal excellenece
where you will belong to a world-wide family
SPIRITUALITYNorthpine Christian College is founded on
Christian values. We believe that God has
individually equipped us so that we can
successfully achieve His purpose for our lives
which is to worship Him, serve the community
in which we live and share the good news of
salvation through Jesus Christ.
Our Values program is interwoven into our
curriculum and teaches the importance of
compassion, humility, respect and
integrity. These values are instrumental
in how we strive to operate at Northpine
Christian College.
Through our Community Outreach &
Chaplaincy programs we enable students
to connect with God’s spirituality, teaching
true value in a life of service to God and
the community.
Rich in faith and human spirit
ARTS - MusicAt Northpine Christian College we are
committed to providing a rich musical
experience to each student.
The Music Department provides a stimulating
and supportive environment in which students
learn to play instruments, sing, compose music,
develop critical listening skills and explore
the process and artistry of communication
through music.
Students have an array of opportunities to
participate in music, including classroom
programs, individual lessons, community
performances, school concerts and Eisteddfods.
Our highly qualified teachers are dedicated
to making students achieve their passions
and support them through their desired
instrumental choices.
an art of sound that expresses ideas and emotions
explore yourself through music
engage, inspire, enrich and express
ARTS - DramaThe Drama curriculum at Northpine Christian
College provides students with the opportunity
to actively participate in an intellectual and
emotional experience that offers a unique
means of enquiry which contributes to knowing
and understanding themselves and the world.
Our College understands that Drama, like all
art forms, has the capacity to engage, inspire
and enrich all students, as well as excite the
imagination and encourage students to reach
their creative and expressive potential. Drama
enables students to imagine and participate
in exploration of their worlds, individually and
collaboratively.
Drama is offered in a variety of forms throughout
the primary and secondary schools.
Where art and life are one
SPORTSport is the key to a healthy mind and body.
We ensure that our students participate in one
of our many sports offered at NCC.
Northpine Christian College’s comprehensive
Physical Education and Sport Program provides
all students with the opportunity to develop
their motor skills, enable participation in
physical activity and to try out a wide variety
of different sports.
Through our sports and activities our students
are able to learn how to participate as team
members, relate positively to others and
develop sportsmanship and co-operation
through activities that are challenging
and fun.
The curriculum at Northpine Christian College
identifies the importance of an active lifestyle
through the promotion of lifelong physical
activity. It aims to develop the knowledge,
processes, skills and attitudes necessary for
future health and wellbeing.
Learning sportsmanship and competitiveness
develop a future of health & well being
OUR CAMPUS
VISIT USOpen Night: 17 May 2017
Tour Dates: 15 March 2017
4 May 2017
14 June 2017
26 July 2017
31 August 2017
11 October 2017
16 November 2017
Book a tour on our website or call us at (07) 3204-6511
Attend our Open Night or book a tour
experience for yourself
DISCOVER LIFE@ Northpine
Come and visit our College and find out how we can help your child reach their potential.
www.northpine.qld.edu.au