DISTANCE EDUCATION UPDATE Bradley Whale As we move toward the middle of Term 1, we continue to see our Distance Education community flourish through building connections and shared purpose.  A particular recent highlight was the official commissioning of our Year 12 Distance Education (DE) Leaders, held onsite on Friday 27 February. At ACC Marsden Park, we believe that leadership is not merely a title, but a calling to serve others. It was a joy to witness our senior students

SECONDARY SCHOOL UPDATE Jonathan Brayshaw At Australian Christian College, we believe that every student is uniquely created and deserves an environment where they can truly flourish as a whole person; academically, socially, and spiritually. Providing this holistic support is a collaborative effort, and we are blessed to have dedicated Support and Pastoral Care Teams working alongside our classroom teachers to care for our students’ diverse needs.  This week, we would like t

PRIMARY SCHOOL UPDATE Vivian Lee   (Primary Community & Ministry Coordinator) As we move further into Term 1, it continues to be a joy to see the steady rhythm of learning and community life across our Primary School. Classrooms remain vibrant places of curiosity and growth, playgrounds are filled with energy and our students are settling well into the routines and expectations of the year. One of the great strengths of our Primary School is the dedicated team of staff who wo

ELEVATE EDUCATION: PARENT SEMINARS THIS TERM Elevate Education delivers high-impact workshops to our students that help to develop their study skills, motivation, and exam preparation. Over the next term, you're invited to join their parent webinar series, where you can help support your child at home by reinforcing the skills they're learning at school. Upcoming Webinars: How You Can Make Technology an Ally (& Not the Enemy!) - 11 March 6.30 pm (AEDT) How You Can Help Improv

DISTANCE EDUCATION UPDATE Bradley Whale As we reach the conclusion of Week 4, it is wonderful to see how our community has settled into the rhythm of the new school year. I would like to again welcome returning students and their supervisors back for another year of Distance Education (DE). We also extend a warm welcome to the new families joining us at Australian Christian College (ACC) Marsden Park. As we progress through this term, I am reminded of Ecclesiastes 4:9 ‘ Two a

HEAD OF SCHOOL UPDATE Jonathan Brayshaw It has been an exciting start to the year in our Secondary School community. In just four weeks of term, students have embraced a wide range of opportunities for learning, connection and personal growth. Highlights have included the Year 7 Orientation, the Swimming Carnival and Ministry Leader Commissioning.  Ministry Leader Commissioning During the Secondary Assembly on Monday 16 February, our Ministry Leaders from Years 7-12 were form

HEAD OF SCHOOL UPDATE Su Temlett Term 1 is well and truly underway, and what an outstanding beginning it has been for our Primary School community. There is already a strong sense of purpose, enthusiasm and connection across our classrooms and playgrounds. A Wonderful Start to Term 1 It has been a joy to see how settled our students are so early in the year. Classrooms are calm, focused and purposeful, with rich learning already taking place across all year levels. Routines h

ELEVATE EDUCATION: PARENT SEMINARS THIS TERM Elevate Education delivers high-impact workshops to our students that help to develop their study skills, motivation, and exam preparation. Over the next term, you're invited to join their parent webinar series, where you can help support your child at home by reinforcing the skills they're learning at school. Upcoming Webinars: How You Can Help Your Child Manage Their Time - 25 February 6.30 pm (AEDT) How You Can Make Technology a

Welcome to the 2026 school year! A particular welcome to our new families - we hope you are settling in well.  We have included some information below that is useful for our new families but will also be a handy reminder for existing families. CAR LINE INFORMATION - Making Drop-Off Safer There are a number of safety protocols and procedures in place to keep our families and students safe when using the Car Line. To help with achieving this, we ask that parents and carers plea

Please enjoy this collection of images from our students' last few weeks of school for 2025.

COLLEGE HOURS DURING THE HOLIDAYS Friday 5 December: Main Reception and Primary/Secondary Hubs will be closed. Monday 8 December - Friday 12 December: Main Reception open 8.00 am - 4.00 pm Primary Hub and Secondary Hub closed Monday 15 December - Tuesday 13 January: Main Reception and Primary/Secondary Hubs closed for Christmas / New Year Wednesday 14 January - Friday 23 January: Main Reception open 8.00 am - 4.00 pm Primary Hub and Secondary Hub closed Monday 26 January: Mai

The final day of trade for the ACC On-Campus Store for 2025 is Thursday 11 December.  The Blacktown Superstore is open for usual trading hours during December and January: Blacktown Mega Centre , 14 St Martins Crescent, Blacktown NSW Monday to Friday:  8.30 am - 5.00 pm Saturday: 9.00 am - 3.00 pm Additional opening hours for the ACC On-Campus Store during January/February 2026: Monday 12 January, 2026: 8.00 am - 11.30 am Tuesday 13 January, 2026: 8.00 am - 11.30 am Wednesd