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Honouring
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A
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School
Context
Riverland
Christian School is an R-7 primary school located at 128
Distillery Rd Glossop (midway between Berri and Barmera), in
the SA Riverland region.
In
2010, the school catered for 33 families comprising 52
students. 27 were male, and 25 female.
It
caters for families who are seeking a well rounded education
in a distinctively Christian context. The school enrols
families from a wide range of Christian faith traditions
including Adventist, AOG, Apostolic, Baptist, Catholic,
Christadelphian, Church of Christ, Lutheran, and Uniting
Church backgrounds. Additionally the school accepts students
from other faith backgrounds where the enrolling family are
happy to agree with the Statement of Faith.
The
school has a strong history of involvement in sporting events,
and has staff who specialise in music, sport, computers, and
Japanese LOTE. In addition we employ a chaplain, and cultivate
a positive and distinctly Christian environment.
The
school runs bus services covering Berri, Monash, Winkie,
Barmera, Glossop, Renmark and Paringa.
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parents and friends group is very active, operating regular
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What
story gives meaning and hope to life?
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At
our school, everything we do is informed by the great story
of Christian hope.
This
story shapes our values, our standards, and our
understanding of right and wrong. It gives purpose and
meaning to life.
The
life of our community is shaped by the Biblical beliefs
held in common among Christians.
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Who
tells the story?
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All
teachers at Riverland Christian School are qualified, and
are active Christians, dedicated to teaching and
encouraging your child.
We
believe that children are uniquely valuable in God`s eyes,
and that each one deserves the opportunity to develop his
or her God-given gifts.
Riverland
Christian School provides a safe setting where student
learning is carefully guided, in a positive environment of
respect and support. Our aim is to assist you in training
your child to be a confident and responsible life long
learner.
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Curriculum
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We
offer a full curriculum, which is in keeping with
nationally approved standards. We deliver the curriculum
within the distinctively Christian story of life. We give
particular attention to core skills, while offering rich
and diverse learning experiences.
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Phonics
based reading and spelling program
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Emphasis
on a strong grounding in literacy and numeracy
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Camps,
excursions, and cultural visits
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School
and inter-school sporting activities
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Opportunities
for music and drama
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Emphasis
on Internet and Computer Technology
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Japanese
language and culture
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Care
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The
school provides an environment which develops a sense of
community care and concern amongst the students. Devotions
are a daily part of school life, and the Friday weekly
Chapel time is encouraging and uplifting.
In
our daily life we like to say `Together, we honour God, and
enjoy our school`
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School
Fees
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Fees
are very affordable and structured to provide for families
with more than one child. Financial scholarships and
Government `school card` discount are available to those
who qualify.
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Parents
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Parents
are encouraged to be involved in the educational and social
activities of the school, e.g. assisting in the classroom,
providing support through the Learning Assistance
Programme, helping on excursions and camps and school
social functions.
The
school has an active Parents and Friends committee which
organises fund raising and social events which you are
encouraged to be a part of.
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Governance
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Christian
parents govern the school through a Board, which is elected
from members of the association, Riverland Christian School
Incorporated.
Christian
parents are encouraged to join the association to play an
active part in the life of the school.
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Part
of the bigger picture
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Riverland
Christian School is pleased to be a part of CEN (Christian
Education National), a nation-wide association of over 80
like-minded Christian Schools, with approximately 23000
students.
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Other
school features
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Financial
scholarships available
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Dedicated
and caring Christian staff
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Excellent
teacher: student ratio allowing for greater individual
attention
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Great
computer facilities.
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Family
atmosphere
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Learning
support programs
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Deluxe
seatbelt-equipped, air-conditioned buses servicing Berri,
Monash, Renmark and Paringa - with flexibility to service
other areas
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Well
maintained, attractive modern facilities.
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Interactive
White Boards in every class
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Comfortable
air-conditioned buildings
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Wide
range of sporting opportunities
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For
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School
Office
Distillery
Rd, Glossop: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Phone: (08) 85 832 304
Fax: (08) 85 831 156
Email:
rcs@riverland.net.au
Web:
www.rcs.sa.edu.au
Postal
Address
Private
Mail Bag 1, Berri, S.A. 5343
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STUDENT
ATTENDANCE DATA
for
the reporting period in May 2010
Student
Attendance 2010 |
Year
1 |
Year
2 |
Year
3 |
Year
4 |
Year
5 |
Year
6 |
Year
7 |
Primary
Ungraded |
Total |
Attendance
Rate
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97.90%
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86.30%
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89.30%
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86.10%
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96.40%
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92.10%
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94.30%
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92.50%
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91.90%
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Non-attendance was managed in the school by
following up with parents, and working together to support
families.
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WORKFORCE
COMPOSITION
There
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TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS
All of our teaching staff are currently
registered, and fulfil requirements of the TRB SA, which
includes child protection training and criminal history
checks.
4 of our teachers have completed 4 year
University qualifications.
All teaching staff are trained in St John's
Senior First Aid
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TEACHER
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
Staff undergo a process of continuous appraisal
to identify areas for development, and undertake appropriate
PD.
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SCHOOL
COMMUNITY SATISFACTION
Staff, students and parents are consulted
regularly for feedback and involvement in the school.
An end of year survey indicated 91% satisfaction
with the school.
Feedback from families indicates they love small
class sizes, the friendliness of staff, the care and support
their children receive, and the quality of learning support.
We welcome all kinds of feedback, and strive to
cultivate an environment which listens and responds
positively.
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POST
SCHOOL DESTINATIONS
Graduates usually transition to Glossop High, or
Loxton High.
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BENCHMARK TESTING
All of our year 3, 5, and
7 students undertake a series of standardised tests each year.
Below is a table
summarising the results for 2010. It is important to note that
as we are talking about relatively small numbers of children
undertaking the tests, that the percentages can be
significantly changed on the basis of 1 or 2 students results.
For 2010, there were 7
students in each of the NAPLAN year levels.
Results can vary
depending on a wide variety of factors, and should be
understood in a broader context of student learning.
100 % of our students
participated in the tests.
Chart showing percentage of students who achieved
National Minimum Standards (NMS) as assessed in the NAPLAN
test.
Children who do not achieve NMS in these tests
are given priority attention in our learning support program.
2010 NAPLAN |
Grade
3 |
Grade
5 |
Grade
7 |
READING |
100% |
71% |
86% |
WRITING |
100% |
71% |
71% |
SPELLING |
71% |
71% |
86% |
GRAMMAR +
PUNCTUATION |
71% |
86% |
71% |
NUMERACY |
100% |
86% |
71% |
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