Education at Nhulunbuy

An educational journey that transforms the heart and mind

Nhulunbuy Christian College is committed to collaborating with families to provide high-quality Christian education, training and care from Transition – Year 12. Using a formational learning approach that develops the mind, equips the hands and captivates the heart, students are encouraged to explore God’s world and His calling for their lives.

Junior school (Transition – Year 4)

Our committed and highly competent teaching staff are dedicated to helping students in our junior school. They ensure they’re catering for different learning styles, as well as promoting students’ thinking skills and independence. Our College values and encourages partnerships with parents, and our classrooms are welcoming places for visitors to be involved in the education of children.

Students in junior school are invited to be part of our family and are encouraged to serve others and love God.

Junior school covers the following subjects and areas of learning:

  • Literacy
  • Numeracy
  • History
  • Geography 
  • Science
  • Design and Digital Technology 
  • Literacy enrichment
  • Health 
  • PE
  • Art 
  • Biblical studies 
  • Social and emotional learning 
  • Community service 
  • Assembly 

Middle school (Years 5-9)

Middle school at Nhulunbuy Christian College is designed to provide opportunities for students to experience learning from a Christian worldview. Middle school allows students to participate in range of different subjects with specialist teachers, while maintaining the familiarity and constancy of core teachers. We provide students with real and challenging situations, balancing team and individual learning in a flexible and caring environment.

Middle school educates for life, broadens horizons, encourages independence and responsibility, and allows students to experience new opportunities.

Middle school covers the following subjects and areas of learning:

  • English 
  • Maths 
  • Humanities and Social Science 
  • Technologies 
  • Literacy enrichment
  • Health 
  • PE
  • Art (Visual Communication and Design, Art Project, Art Portfolio)
  • Biblical studies 
  • Social and emotional learning 
  • Middle school chapel 
  • Community service (Year 5 and 6 and Year 9)
  • Elective program

Senior School (Years 10 - 12)

Senior school is offered through Northern Territory Christian College, with a mix of online and face-to-face classes.

Senior pathways

Visit NT Christian College to find out more about the senior years’ curriculum.