Curriculum
Early Childhood
Learning should be fun! The Program is designed to promote sound spiritual, physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of your child in the very important early years.
This is done through a comprehensive program that provides your child with ample opportunities to develop their natural abilities in all areas.
Primary School 1 – 6
Our Primary program builds on the foundations set in the Early Childhood years.
An emphasis is on students gaining a sound foundation in Numeracy and Literacy, while at the same time developing a love of learning.
A traditional Primary School curriculum is followed, strongly emphasizing learning the basics with a Christian emphasis. Close contact with parents is vital part of the primary years.
Responsive Education
Responsive Education adds a new point of view on responding to individual students who are at educational risk, that are just below the benchmark and talented students to create a culture that celebrates diversity and builds on the strengths of each student.
Middle School 7 – 9
All students study a comprehensive program covering the eight learning areas of English, Mathematics, Science, The Arts, Health & Physical Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, Languages other than English and Technology and Enterprise.
The students also have the opportunity to partake in specialist subjects including Music, Dance, Special Physical Education, STEM, Art/Ceramics, Media, Food Science, Specialist Basketball and Textiles. Students are encouraged to experience a range of activities.
Bush Rangers is an after-school, Government funded unit with the emphasis on conservation activities, teamwork and camping experiences.
Senior School 10 – 12
Year 10 students continue in the study of the eight learning areas including specialist subjects, while preparing students for General, ATAR and VET pathways in Years 11 and 12.
Selected students will complete a Certificate II in Music (Performance) qualification. Our focus is on future pathways, ensuring that students are starting to put together some plans for Upper School and beyond, developing into responsible adults who contribute positively to their communities.
General subjects offered in 2025 include English, Math Essentials, Food Science, Applied Information Technology, Science in Practice, Career & Employability Skills, Visual Art and Material Design & Technology.
ATAR courses for 2025 include English, Math Applications, Math Methods, Physics, Chemistry, Human Biology, Psychology and Geography.
The following Certificate courses are offered on site for Years 11 and 12:
(a levy of $80.00 per year, per subject, is charged).
- CUA20620 – Certificate II in Music with COSAMP (RTO 41549)
- CUA30920 – Certificate III in Music with COSAMP (RTO 41549)
- SIS30122 – Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics & Recreation IVET (RTO 40548)
- A dual Qualification – Certificate II in Workplace Skills (BSB201320) and Certificate III in Business (BSB30120) with IVET (RTO40548)
Selected students are also enrolled in ‘SIDE on-line’ courses to extend the range of courses available.
The ‘ECU Uniprep’ course (otherwise known as a Bridging Course) is available on site for eligible Year 12 students.
Programs
Dale Christian College runs a wide variety of extra-Curricular activities. These programs include:
- Bushrangers
- River Rangers
- DCS Iron
- 3 to 3 Event
- Basketball
- Student Leadership
- Duke Of Edinburgh
- Chapel Band
- Primary School Choir
- Instrumental Music Program
These programs have proved to be very popular with students and we are sure they will continue to be in years to come.