RICHMOND Christian College
Welcomes You.We are a Pre-Kindy to Year 12 Co-Educational Christian School in Ballina, NSW.
Our Environment
At Richmond, we are blessed to have a beautiful environment in which to learn. We are well-resourced and being a Google School, means we use technology widely. We would love to meet with you and allow you to see for yourself the beauty to be found when learning at Richmond Christian College.
Location: 7 Gallans Road, Ballina, NSW
Telephone: 02 6686 7847
Email: admin@richmond.nsw.edu.au
School Hours: M-F: 8.30am – 3.30pm
Pre-Kindy
Our Pre-Kindy Programme is a 3-day, play-based learning class for students 4 years old and above. In this programme, students discover learning through exploration and delight. This is a fabulous way to transition your child to school and formalised learning.
Vision
What’s the Vision of Richmond?
At Richmond Christian College we aim to be a Christ-Centred Learning Community, Exploring & Impacting on God’s World.
Our mission is to assist parents in the nurture of their children, by providing a Christ-centred, biblically grounded, culturally engaging and academically rigorous education that instils hope and equips children to live for God’s glory.
A Word
From Our Principal
“There is no denying that the lives we lead today are exciting stories that form part of a bigger story that we all contribute to in some way or another. I believe that our stories, our experiences, mould us to become the unique valuable people that we are. Our stories, no doubt, are also influenced by the multitude of stories that go on around us every day. These stories shape the way we view our world, and also how our world views us. “
– Jonathon Simmons
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy;
I have come that
they may have
LIFE,
and have it to the FULL”
– John 10:10
In 2019
EXPECT the UNEXPECTED
God gives us life, the Bible actually says he gives us abundant life – full life, but it does also say that often people and things try to take that life from us, but God challenges us to live life like it was a race and to run the race to win it.
Mr. Simmons says, “My challenge for the Richmond Christian College student this year is to begin the journey, the unexpected journey. To be fearless in the face of failure, to do hard things time and time again, to take on challenges that scare them or they think are way too hard.”
Let this year be the beginning of your never-ending unexpected journey.
Calendar
Key Dates for Term 1, 2020
12
February
PK – Yr 6 Meet The Teacher Information Sessions
Richmond Christian College
Event Info
Afternoon Tea 4.45pm
Welcome 5pm
Session 1 5.15pm
Session 2 5.40pm
24
February
National Young Leaders Day Primary
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Event Info
Our Primary Leaders will hear from prominent leaders from all walks of life at the National Young Leaders Day.
11
March
School Photo Day
Richmond Christian College
Event Info
Students should ensure they are wearing their full formal uniform for School Photo Day.
12
March
Zone Touch Gala Day
Ballina NSW
Event Info
26
March
School Cross Country
Lighthouse Beach, Ballina NSW
Event Info
The School Cross Country Carnival will be held at Lighthouse Beach, Ballina NSW.
10
April
Good Friday
First day of School Holidays
Event Info
Christ Jesus died for us that all who trust in Him may have eternal life.
Our School
Facilities and Associations
At RCC, we are a community. We believe staff, students, parents and the wider community form a valuable part of our community. We believe in open communication and love for parents to play an active part in our school life. Throughout the year, we have SRC run events, such as our annual Family Pancake Breakfast and our End-of-Year Family BBQ, where parents and students are encouraged to come and experience the community for themselves.
Ballina Christian Education Association
Richmond Christian College is owned and operated by Ballina Christian Education Association which is made up of Christian parents and community members. All families are welcome to apply for membership.
Canteen
Our canteen lunch orders are available Monday to Friday and are filled by Racecourse Café. A small canteen, run by our SRC is available for snacks throughout the week.
Academic Standards
At RCC, our curriculum follows the NSW Curriculum. We offer an Early Years curriculum in Pre-Kindy. Our Secondary school offers a range of electives in Years 9 and 10 and our Senior students undertake the Pathways Senior Schooling Programme. In this programme, students undertake a compressed arrangement of studies, sitting half their HSC over two years. Mathematics and English however run in the regular HSC two year programme.
Extracurricular Activities
At RCC, a range of extracurricular activities are offerred. We have a music programme running, where students can sit private tuition with our specialist tutors. We also have a range of performance and sporting opportunities, including our Performing Arts nights and representative sporting carnivals held throughout the year.
Technology In the Classroom
As a Google School, technology is something we pride ourselves in. Students in our Secondary school all have a Chromebook, where the majority of their work is undertaken on this laptop. Our classrooms are equipped with Smart Interactive Boards, where teachers utilise technology as a component of lessons. IPads are also available as a resource for teachers to use across the school.
Blog
Parents’ Hub Articles
Find Our Latest Parents’ Hub Articles Below
What sets us apart?
I am often asked what is the distinctive of RCC. What do we do that sets us apart? Why should I send my child to RCC? Personally, this is one of my favourites; I think this is a brilliant question. As we journey together, I am realising that more and more we are...
Be Thankful
Thank you… When Paul is giving his final benedictions to the people of Thessalonica and outlining the best ways for us to live, he writes, “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1...
Be the Difference
“No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else.” -P.T. Barnum P. T Barnum is right. It is those people who are willing to risk everything to be the person they believe they are created to be that truly make the difference in our worlds. Their story becomes...
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Get In Touch
Location: 7 Gallans Road, Ballina NSW
Telephone: 6686 7847
Email: admin@richmond.nsw.edu.au
School Hours: M-F: 8.30am – 3.30pm