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Torrens Valley Christian School

Coordinates: 34°50′33″S 138°42′03″E / 34.842486°S 138.700786°E / -34.842486; 138.700786
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Torrens Valley Christian School
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Information
TypeNon-denominational Christian
MottoIn Christ, Wisdom and Knowledge
Established1980
PrincipalEmily Brookes
GradesReception to Year 12
Enrolment600
Colour(s)Navy, red and white
Websitewww.tvcs.sa.edu.au

Torrens Valley Christian School is a non-denominational Christian school providing a distinctive Christian environment to approximately 600 reception to year 12 students. The school is situated in Hope Valley, South Australia.

History

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The school was founded by the parents from the Reformed Church of Adelaide, Campbelltown, in 1980.[1]

Principals

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Dates Principal
2023–present Emily Brookes
2013–2022 Julie Prattis
2004–2012 Nigel Bennett
1996–2003 Andrew Mackenzie
1988–1996 Bob Stunell
1983–1987 Peter van der Schoor

Notable alumni

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  • Andrea Boyd: flight controller for International Space Station Flight control team in Europe[2][3]
  • Matthew Glaetzer: Australian Olympic track cyclist
  • Daniel Gorringe: AFL footballer Gold Coast Suns 2011–2015, Carlton Blues 2016–
  • Emily Hodgson: Adelaide United Westfield W-League 2016–2018 squad, Young Matildas Squad 2018
  • Laura "Loz" O'Callaghan: Radio presenter on Triple M Breakfast with Roo, Ditz & Loz[4]

References

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  1. ^ "Torrens Valley Christian School". Archived from the original on 27 September 2018. Retrieved 24 September 2018.
  2. ^ Federation, International Astronautical. "IAF : Andrea BOYD". www.iafastro.org. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  3. ^ Russell, Christopher (18 November 2014). "Australia's space export Andrea Boyd raises her voice for SA". Retrieved 19 March 2024.
  4. ^ "Shows - Roo, Ditts & Loz". Triple M. Retrieved 19 March 2024.

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