Pacific Brook Christian School Prospectus

To be a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values and behaviours.

FROM THE

EXECUTIVE PRINCIPAL The Pacific Group of Schools focuses on effective teaching, learning and serving excellence. Our desire is to equip our community (students, teachers and parents) for acts of service so that they make a difference in our world.

In preparing our students for tomorrow’s world, social problems may evolve that we cannot envisage. That means character development is of prime importance.

Character is about values, beliefs and wisdom. Christian character is about glorifying God and enjoying Him forever.

The Pacific Group of Schools will pursue the character of Christ.

Dr Ted Boyce Executive Principal

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LEAD PRINCIPAL Welcome to the Pacific Group of Schools.

As Lead Principal my role is to assist the Executive Principal in ensuring establishment and growth in fulfilling the vision of Pacific Group of Schools through maintenance of and refinement of the Pacific Schools Culture as articulated in the Strategic Direction 2016-2020.

My main aim is to pursue the quality of educational outcomes and Christian character development for all school students through the provision of broad leadership, coaching, feedback and monitoring the Principal’s performance.

It is a privilege to serve the community of Muswellbrook and we look forward to a wonderful partnership.

Dr Tina Lamont Lead Principal

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• In 1999 St. John’s Presbyterian Church established Dunmore Lang Community School • In July 2010 the school name was changed to Muswellbrook Christian School (MCS), owned and operated by The Presbyterian Trust • In November 2017 Muswellbrook Christian School asked to join the Pacific Group of Schools • During late 2017 and early 2018 a new school, Pacific Brook Christian School, was created to continue and grow the Christian School movement in Muswellbrook.

Muswellbrook is a country town with the local economy based on coal mining, and horse breeding, but has also developed a reputation for gourmet food and wine production.

Before European settlement of the region, the Wonnarua and Gamilaroi peoples occupied the land. The first white settlement occurred in the 1820s. The township of Muswellbrook was officially gazetted in 1833.

Muswellbrook is located in the Upper Hunter region of NSW, Australia, about 243 km north of Sydney and 127 km north-west of Newcastle.

With a population of 12 000, it is an ideal place to bring up a family, retire or enjoy a country lifestyle away from the busyness of city life.

We pursue Christian Education from a Biblical base. We aim to: • Be authentically Christian • Provide quality education, and • Practise Christian community that is rigorous and collaborative.

LEARNING OUTCOMES • The establishment of a sustainable and rigorous culture of learning that seeks creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and a curriculum based on core beliefs and values.

• Digital citizenship based on appropriate and intentional use to advance the learning of the community.

TEACHING OUTCOMES • Teachers who actively seek to create a community of learners who are resilient, innovative and disciples of Jesus • Teachers will use motivational experiences, excellent pedagogy and pastoral care to enhance the academic excellence of all learners.

SERVING OUTCOMES • All students will glorify God by involvement in experiences that are inclusive, others focused and embedded in good leadership.

• All students will behave and engage in our world that brings Glory to God with love and humility.

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The school is currently located in the St. John’s hall and a two-classroom block built using BER funding. In addition, there is a Library, multipurpose learning space, toilet block, reception area, office and kitchen.

Pacific Brook Christian School welcomes applications for enrolment of students whose parents are seeking education for their children within a Christian context.

Please telephone the school office to arrange a school tour/ interview. A copy of the School enrolment form will be provided at interview.

For further detailed enrolment information see our website at: www.pacificbrook.nsw.edu.au or telephone our office on (02) 6543 1114.

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