JOIN US AT Northern

We understand that deciding where your child attends school is an important decision.

We would love the opportunity to share with you how Northern Christian School can work in partnership with you and your family to provide your child with a quality Christ-centred education that will prepare them for life.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need to be a Christian to enrol?

We welcome applications for students from all backgrounds. As a Christian School we do encourage Christian families to enrol their children at our school. Children of past students, siblings of current students, and children of staff, are also encouraged to apply.

How much are the fees?

We work hard to keep our fees affordable. You can find out more about our fees and download a copy of our current fee schedule here.

Is fee assistance available?

Yes! If you value Christian education, we’ll find a way to help you afford it. Please let us know if you require assistance when you enquire and we will arrange for someone to get in contact with you.

How do I enrol? What is the application process?

1. First — Please complete the enquiry form. There is no application fee.

2. Second — Meet the Principal and have a tour of the school .

3. Third — Submit an Enrolment Application along with supporting documentation. Receive a ‘Letter of Offer’.

4. Fourth — Pay the deposit, determine start date, purchase uniforms and start school.

What is included in the fees?

Fees include general tuition costs, stationery, excursions, swimming, performances, annual class camps in Tasmania, annual school magazines, and all subject levies (except senior secondary outdoor education subjects). Additional costs apply for school uniform, extra-curricular activities, interstate or overseas trips, school photos and charity fundraising.

What about bus services?

There are currently three free school buses: one covering New Norfolk/Dromedary, another covering Brighton, Old Beach and Bridgewater, and another covering the Northern Suburbs from Granton, Austins Ferry, Claremont to Moonah. This service is provided by Derwent Valley Link.

Please contact us for more information or to discuss further details.

When are Kinder applications due for the following year?

Applications should be submitted in full by the end of June each year. Offers are sent out at the end of July.

What makes a Christian School Christian?

While the Australian Curriculum sets the expectations for what Northern students are taught, our teachers choose contexts for learning, and plan learning in ways that best fit Christian beliefs and worldview as well as our vision for Christian Education.

Does your school teach the Australian Curriculum?

Classes from Prep to Year 6 follow the Australian Curriculum. Through the Australian Curriculum framework, we aim to grow students into independent thinkers who are able to use creativity, invention, and logic to present and interpret their views and the views of others.