Principal's Message
This is a school where Christian parents can trust that the school will support, not attack their values and beliefs.
— Principal - Brett Munro
It has been my privilege to be the Principal of Glenvale Christian School since 2016.
I am thrilled to be working with excellent teaching staff and together, we look forward to facilitating quality learning. I am also thrilled to see that we continue to attract families who align with our vision for education, with more than 160 students now enrolled. We are a Prep to Year 6 school in Glenvale, Toowoomba, and our size means every teacher knows every child by name.
As the name suggests, Glenvale Christian School is a school that provides an education with an overtly Christian culture. This is evident in all teaching and learning that happens. This is a school with a strong sense of community. Parents and staff are dedicated to providing a quality education, with a distinctly Christian perspective, for the students who attend.
What is Glenvale Christian School like?
The heart of this school is shown by the heart of the staff. The teachers and support staff are dedicated Christians, who genuinely care about their students. This is demonstrated every day. Our staff are committed to continually reflecting on their professional practice and to providing rich learning experiences for all of our students.
Parents and families at Glenvale Christian School are committed to an education underpinned by Christian values. This is a school where Christian parents can trust that the school will support and strengthen, not conflict with, their values and beliefs. Glenvale Christian School is focused on partnering with parents as they actively participate in the education of their children. Our school has a very high percentage of Christian families, which means that our Christian culture is strong.
Students at Glenvale Christian School are encouraged to take risks, to learn to work together, and to be unafraid of getting things wrong. Making mistakes is an important part of learning, and in this supportive environment, students can get things wrong, without fear of criticism or humiliation.
We care for the whole child. Our staff know each student's story, and we work with families to build character, resilience and a sense of belonging alongside academic growth. Above all, we want our students to leave with a strong Christian worldview, seeing themselves, others and the world around them through the lens of God's Word.
How is Glenvale Christian School different to other schools?
All subjects in the academic program are framed within a Christian Worldview. Teachers and students explore each subject and view of the world, based on our beliefs in God's Word, the Bible. In practice this means a science lesson can marvel at the order of creation, a history unit can ask what God's purposes might be in human events, and our daily devotions and weekly chapel are woven into ordinary school life rather than added on.
We also hold our students to a high standard of behaviour. With such a high percentage of Christian families in our community, the values taught at school are reinforced at home, and students learn in a respectful, orderly and caring environment where they can focus on their learning.
Learning at Glenvale Christian School also extends well beyond the classroom. Through regular classes, specialist lessons in Art, Music, PE and languages, sport and camps, students discover their gifts, build friendships and learn to serve others.
Why choose Glenvale Christian School for your children?
If you value an education that supports Christian values, then Glenvale Christian School will provide that environment for your children and your family.
If you are a parent who wishes to partner with the school in your child's education, Glenvale Christian School will provide those opportunities. From supporting your child in their literacy development by reading with them at home, or supporting their numeracy development by practising number facts, there will be avenues for you to be involved.
Glenvale Christian School is a low-fee school, and we work hard to keep a Christian education within reach of families. All learning resources, excursions and camps are included in our normal fees, so there are no surprise costs through the year and every child can take part in everything the school offers.
For working families, Outside School Hours Care and Holiday Care are available on site, provided by TeamKids, so your child is cared for in a familiar place before and after school and during the holidays.
If your child is ready and willing to explore this world and discover their place in it in an engaging and exciting Christian learning environment, then Glenvale Christian School is an excellent choice for your family.
As a Christian and a parent myself, I understand what it means to entrust your children to a school. That trust is something our staff and I take seriously every day.
I would love to meet you. Please contact the office to arrange a tour, and come and see for yourself what makes Glenvale Christian School a place that families love to belong to.
Brett Munro
Principal