Southern Christian College
Christian, Founded 1986
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
IB PYPSouthern Christian College is a faith-based, co-educational school in Tasmania providing a Christ-centred education for students from Early Learning through to Year 12. The college focuses on developing the whole child through a balanced, inquiry-based academic program.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
Southern Christian College is a Christ-centred community founded on the belief that every child is known and valued. Its educational approach is holistic, aiming to balance spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development. The school emphasizes inquiry-based, learner-centred education, with a commitment to fostering resilience, resourcefulness, and a heart for service in its students.
Programmes
The college offers a comprehensive educational pathway spanning Early Learning, Primary, and Secondary years. The curriculum is designed to be inquiry-based and learner-centred, with a focus on building strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and self-management. The academic program is supported by a dedicated Learning Enhancement faculty to ensure diverse student needs are met.
Student support
Learning support
The Learning Enhancement faculty supports diverse learners, including high-potential, gifted, and talented students, as well as those requiring adjustments to their curriculum. Support strategies include individual assessments, classroom differentiation, and the coordination of teacher aides. The school also provides intensive support programs for students needing to master critical literacy and numeracy skills.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The college accepts enrolment enquiries and offers campus tours for prospective families to observe the school in action. Enrolments are currently open for the 2027 and 2028 academic years. Interested families may request an information pack or complete an enrolment enquiry form via the school's website.
Calendar
The 2026 academic year is divided into four terms: Term 1 (5 February – 17 April), Term 2 (5 May – 10 July), Term 3 (28 July – 2 October), and Term 4 (19 October – 11 December). The calendar includes various public holidays and designated student-free days throughout the year.
About the campus
The college is located on a campus at 150 Redwood Road, Kingston, Tasmania. The site serves students from Early Learning through to Year 12.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a variety of initiatives, including the Doulos student leadership group, which focuses on servant leadership and advocacy. Activities facilitated by students include Breakfast Clubs, Operation Christmas Child, and various fundraising ventures. Additionally, the school provides opportunities for students to engage in inter-school competitions and service-oriented projects.
- Mrs Jenny MahoneyPrincipal
Jenny is a passionate educator with over 20 years of leadership experience in Christian schools. She previously served as Head of Primary for four years before becoming Principal, where she focuses on fostering community connections and supporting staff in developing engaging, student-centered programs.
- Mrs Susan ValeHead of Secondary
Susan is an experienced educator with a background as a polymer chemist and in manufacturing leadership. She has held roles as a year leader, Science faculty leader, and Head of Teaching and Learning before becoming Head of Secondary, where she is passionate about student welfare and Christian voice in STEM.
Mr Hugh RichardsonHead of PrimaryHugh has worked at Southern Christian College for 16 years in various roles and has a strong focus on student well-being. He holds a Bachelor of Teaching, an Arts degree, and an Honours year in Aboriginal Studies, and he is dedicated to fostering the school's values of compassion and love.
- Mrs Deanne EdwardsBusiness Manager
Deanne has served as the Business Manager of Southern Christian College since 2007, bringing administrative experience from various industries. She oversees the finance and administrative departments to support the delivery of quality Christian education.
- Mrs Leaora Adams-BellHead of Students
Leaora is a passionate educator with extensive experience in pastoral care across State, Christian, and Independent schools. She focuses on nurturing the whole person and uses restorative practices to help students resolve conflict and develop positive relationships.