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Small school, BIG opportunities

Shepparton Christian College, which was founded 26 years ago, has experienced remarkable growth and development over the years. The college now has nearly 300 students from Prep to Year 12, and the school community places high value on faith, family and academic excellence.

The students benefit from a wide range of learning opportunities throughout the year, including excursions to explore the natural beauty of Victoria, art, culture and other activities beyond the classroom. The school o ers a diverse range of subjects, with a focus on academic excellence in core subjects. As of 2023, the College has increased its subject o ering, with everything from woodwork to forensic science and theatre arts now catered for. The emphasis on great teaching and good opportunities has resulted in the College seeing great success in recent years, particularly in the results achieved by Year 12 students.

One of the most significant accomplishments of the College is the holistic community it has built as a P- 12 school, where students are cared for and valued.

Small class sizes enable teachers to meet the individual needs of each student and foster positive

Principal Chris Aiton | Foundation to Year 12 | 288 students

155 Verney Rd, Shepparton | 5831 7790 scc.vic.edu.au | admin@scc.vic.edu.au relationships. Mentoring programs are in place, where older students support younger students, and seniors find themselves surrounded by a familiar community of peers and teachers. Prep students have the opportunity to be mentored by Grade 6 students, and Grade 6 students who transition into secondary school find themselves surrounded by a community of peers and teachers who are familiar to them and who care about their well-being. The College’s focus on individualised attention and support has enabled its students to thrive academically and personally.

The College is proud of its mission to teach with an unwavering focus on Christian-biblical worldview guiding all aspects of teaching, learning, and community life. Overall, this approach has proven successful, providing students with the best opportunities to achieve their goals and thrive.

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