Creek Street Christian College

Creek Street Christian College is a ministry of the Creek Street Church, providing a Christian education within a caring and disciplined environment. The school is guided by a Statement of Faith that affirms the divine inspiration of the Bible, the Trinity, and the divinity and salvation of Jesus Christ. Its mission is to help students discover their unique gifts and develop a positive, wholesome outlook on life.

The college offers a comprehensive educational pathway starting from the Early Learning Centre (Kindergarten) through to Year 12. The Primary curriculum (Prep to Year 6) focuses on literacy and numeracy, while the Secondary program (Years 7 to 12) includes an electives program starting in Year 9 to assist with career path exploration. As an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, the college offers the IB Diploma Programme for students in Years 11 and 12 as an alternative to the VCE.

The college aims to develop students into self-disciplined, responsible, and caring members of both local and international communities. It seeks to enable children to fully develop their God-given talents and academic abilities to contribute effectively to a changing society. Students are encouraged to build Christian character and leadership skills throughout their time at the school.

The college employs a variety of teaching methods to cater to individual learning styles and ability levels, including explicit teaching, group work, and the use of various thinking tools. Staff collaborate on professional planning to maintain a cohesive environment. While foundational skills like handwriting and times tables are emphasized, the school also integrates technology through a one-to-one laptop program starting in Year 7.

The college welcomes applications from families who support its Christian philosophy. Prospective parents are encouraged to review the website and book a tour to meet the Principal and staff. A non-refundable $300 enrolment deposit is required to confirm a student's placement, which is later credited toward first-term fees. The school maintains a strict compulsory uniform policy, with all items required to be purchased from a designated supplier.

The school operates on a four-term academic year. Terms typically run from late January to early April, late April to mid-June, mid-July to mid-September, and early October to early December. Specific end dates for the final term differ slightly between Primary and Secondary levels.

Located in Bendigo, the college operates on a single campus that has expanded since its founding in 1981 to accommodate over 480 students. The campus includes an Early Learning Centre with a natural playscape, as well as classrooms equipped with interactive panels, computer labs, and personal laptops for students. The site is designed to foster interaction between different year levels and support school-wide learning activities.

Students participate in a variety of lunch-time activities, including art, poetry, and physical pursuits, to encourage active lifestyles and diverse interests. Formal leadership opportunities are available through roles such as Head Prefects, Prefects, and House Captains, with responsibilities including leading assemblies, hosting events, and representing the college. Additionally, students in Years 9 and 10 have the opportunity to travel to a sister school, the Northern Christian Training Centre Primary School in Labasa, Fiji.