Torrens Valley Christian School

Torrens Valley Christian School
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Adelaide, South Australia

Australia
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TypeNon-denominational Christian
MottoIn Christ, Wisdom and Knowledge
Established1980
PrincipalEmily Brookes
GradesReception to Year 12
Enrolment600
Colour(s)Navy, red and white
Websitewww.tvcs.sa.edu.au

Torrens Valley Christian School is a non-denominational Christian school providing a distinctive Christian environment to approximately 600 reception to year 12 students. The school is situated in Hope Valley, South Australia.

History

The school was founded by the parents from the Reformed Church of Adelaide, Campbelltown, in 1980.[1]

Principals

Dates Principal
2023–present Emily Brookes
2013–2022 Julie Prattis
2004–2012 Nigel Bennett
1996–2003 Andrew Mackenzie
1988–1996 Bob Stunell
1983–1987 Peter van der Schoor

Notable alumni

  • Andrea Boyd: flight controller for International Space Station Flight control team in Europe[2][3]
  • Matthew Glaetzer: Australian Olympic track cyclist
  • Daniel Gorringe: AFL footballer Gold Coast Suns 2011–2015, Carlton Blues 2016–
  • Emily Hodgson: Adelaide United Westfield W-League 2016–2018 squad, Young Matildas Squad 2018
  • Laura "Loz" O'Callaghan: Radio presenter on Triple M Breakfast with Roo, Ditz & Loz[4]

References

  1. ^ "Torrens Valley Christian School". Archived from the original on 27 September 2018. Retrieved 24 September 2018.
  2. ^ Federation, International Astronautical. "IAF : Andrea BOYD". www.iafastro.org. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  3. ^ Russell, Christopher (18 November 2014). "Australia's space export Andrea Boyd raises her voice for SA". Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  4. ^ "Shows - Roo, Ditts & Loz". Triple M. Retrieved 19 March 2024.

Sources

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