Suncoast Christian College
Suncoast Christian College, founded as the Suncoast Christian Academy in 1979 and known for some years as Suncoast Christian Outreach College, is a co-educational K–12 college located in Woombye, Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
History
Suncoast Christian Academy was founded in 1979 by Pastors Neil & Nance Miers of the Nambour Christian Outreach Centre.In 1989, Suncoast Christian Academy changed its name to Sunshine Coast Christian Outreach College.
2004 saw the 25 years celebrations occur, and the name change to Suncoast Christian College. In this year, the school purchased the neighbouring former pineapple farm to expand the educational facilities.
Governance and ethos
the principal of the school is Greg Mattiske.Its mission statement says that it aims "to provide a Christ-centred education that promotes life-long learning, develops excellence and Christian character, and fosters social responsibility", and describes its culture as embodying "faith, diligence, and love".
Sport
Suncoast Christian College is a member of the Sunshine Coast Schools' Sports Association and participates in a range of sports including soccer (football), basketball, volleyball, rugby sevens, water polo and netball in both primary and secondary.College sporting venues
- Taylor Centre - Multipurpose indoor sporting centre was opened 2010
- The College oval - large oval area for multiple purposes
- The Green - medium size outdoor oval area was opened 2011