Suncoast Christian College, founded as the Suncoast Christian Academy in 1979 and known for some years as Suncoast Christian Outreach College, is a co-educational

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located in

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History

Suncoast Christian Academy was founded in 1979 by Pastors Neil & Nance Miers of the Nambour Christian Outreach Centre (now known as Suncoast Church). In 1989, Suncoast Christian Academy changed its name to Sunshine Coast Christian Outreach College. 2004 saw the 25 years celebrations occur, and the name change to Suncoast Christian College. In this year, the school purchased the neighbouring former

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farm to expand the educational facilities.

Governance and ethos

the principal of the school is Greg Mattiske. Its mission statement says that it aims "to provide a Christ-centred education that promotes life-long learning, develops excellence and Christian character, and fosters social responsibility", and describes its culture as embodying "faith, diligence, and love".

Sport

Suncoast Christian College is a member of the Sunshine Coast Schools' Sports Association (SCISSA) and participates in a range of sports including

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, rugby sevens,

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and

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in both

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and

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College sporting venues

* Taylor Centre - Multipurpose indoor sporting centre was opened 2010 * The College oval - large oval area for multiple purposes * The Green - medium size outdoor oval area was opened 2011

Performing arts

Suncoast Christian College has a

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program. The college produces a biannual musical in the campus auditorium.

Sunarts

The Sunarts program is an extra-curricular program that allows students in both primary and secondary to learn an instrument. The musical instruments offered include keys, guitar, strings, drama and acting, brass, woodwind, drums, voice and dance.

References

External links

*{{official, https://suncoastcc.qld.edu.au/ Private schools in Queensland Educational institutions established in 1979 1979 establishments in Australia