Message from the Chief Executive Officer

I am delighted along with Mrs Thomson in presenting our annual report, which reflects on the ASC’s remarkable achievements and progress over the past year and outlines our exciting growth strategy.

All we do must be grounded in our Anglican Identity. At the heart of our Anglican identity lies the belief that education is a transformative force that empowers individuals to fulfil their potential and contribute meaningfully to society. Every day our schools seek to live their Anglican Identity, which is founded on the six tenets of faith, reason, worship, inclusion, character and service

Our schools are places of quality teaching and rich learning. Learning sits at the heart of our raison d’être. How significant it is that this year we launch our transformative Vision for Learning. This visionary blueprint sets a roadmap for equipping our students with the skills, knowledge and values they need to thrive in an ever-evolving world. More details of the ASC’s Vision for Learning may be found later in this report.

Our Vision for Learning is founded on the principles of academic excellence, holistic development, and spiritual growth. We believe in fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where every student is encouraged to explore their potential, discover their passions, and develop a lifelong love for learning. We aim to instil in our students a deep sense of purpose, compassion and courage, inspired by our Anglican values. Our dedicated Principals, Chaplains, teachers and support staff are instrumental in realising this vision and continue to provide unparalleled support, guidance and pastoral care to our students.

At the core of our mission is a high-quality, lowfee inclusive education. Our commitment to strengthening existing schools and supporting sustainable growth remains unwavering. The ASC’s recent purchase of land at Yanchep in Perth’s far northern suburbs will ensure that we can continue to provide for the ever-growing population of Perth for decades to come. Our new school in Shepparton, Victoria, opening in 2024, is another example of our growth strategy. We continue to explore future school options in WA and Victoria.

The past twelve months had so many highlights, from our Schools Week Eucharist and Combined Schools Concert, to finalising plans for 441 Murray Street and the major expansion of Trinity Anglican College in NSW. All we do always must be for the benefit of the students in our schools.

As we reflect on the achievements of the past year and look to the future, I am filled with gratitude for the commitment and collaborative spirit of our Board and my Leadership Team. Indeed the whole ASC Head Office and ASC International staff go above and beyond in their service and support of those who serve the students in our schools. Their tireless efforts exemplify Jesus’ life of service – I came “not to be served but to serve…” (Luke 20:28). May all we do be done in a spirit of love, grace, compassion and mercy.

Let’s celebrate the past year in the pages ahead. Every blessing…

The Reverend Peter Laurence OAM