Welcome to ACC

Australian Christian College is a K-10, co-educational, independent school located in Somerset, Burnie. Explore this website to learn more about our approach to academic improvement, character formation and faith development.

Enrolments Open During COVID-19

We are still actively taking enrolments for 2020/21.

ACADEMIC IMPROVEMENT

What’s academically distinctive about ACC?

Whether your children need to be stretched, are struggling, or are somewhere in between, our committed team of teachers will help move them forward.

We’re the opposite of everything trendy and faddish in education. At ACC, our academic program is based on the timeless principles of goal setting, hard work, assessment, reflection and feedback. Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm are highly valued by teachers who apply a coaching mindset in the classroom with the motive of helping students improve.

Students improve their results by knowing their starting point, setting goals to encourage progress and then engaging in meaningful learning to move toward their goals. This academic approach acknowledges that where your children begin their learning journey is less important than where they end it.

Students join us with diverse academic abilities. Some are already achieving good grades, but many are struggling. Our focus on progress sees lower achieving students improve and good students become great.

Parent Reviews

Our daughter Belinda has been attending ACC Burnie since it commenced and is currently studying Year 7. She enjoys the school environment and has adapted well to the new online course material.

Ian and Sandra Hamilton

I cannot praise ACC enough. I love that the teachers care so much and provide a great environment for my child. What an amazing school.

Fiona Knapman

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ACC Burnie have wonderful supportive staff, the students feel valued and part of a large family environment that is supportive and encouraging. My three children have all grown so much in confidence and are thriving in this caring environment. I cannot speak highly enough of such a wonderful school with excellent Christian values.

Angela Stacey

Mr Ron West shares his Vision as Principal

CHARACTER FORMATION

How does ACC help my child become a better person?

We believe that who students become is more valuable than what they know. What they know is important, however character traits like resilience and humility will serve a student well throughout life. Our students emerge from school able to empathise with people, to understand the nuances of social interaction, to stretch beyond what’s considered normal in the pursuit of a goal and to approach challenges with courage.

ACC combines traditional values of good manners, discipline and respect with modern technology, academic improvement and faith development. We inspire every student to strive for their personal best - inside the classroom and beyond.

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STUDENT CARE

What’s it like at ACC?

We’re a community where our students are well known, well loved and well supported. Students want teachers who notice them, ask about their interests, listen to them, laugh with them and believe in them. Positive relationships are the bedrock of our school community.

We want our students to know how uniquely gifted they are, how to manage their thoughts and feelings, and what they can do with those gifts and abilities.

Our teachers speak words of life and hope as they work with students to unlock their potential and equip them with the right skills to thrive in a technologically complex world.

FAITH DEVELOPMENT

What does it mean to be a Christian school?

For us, a Christian school is defined by teaching and interacting in a gospel-centred way. The school community pulses to the rhythm of grace, truth and mercy. The lessons taught in our classrooms—which encourage critical thinking, curiosity and reflection—are built on a solid Christian foundation.

As a Christian school, we educate young people who act compassionately and graciously yet think deeply and biblically. The school’s purpose is to transform young people academically, emotionally and spiritually for lives of significance and service.

FEE SCHEDULE

A great value education for parents who want more for their children

For the parent who wants more, ACC offers a great education for less. We are mindful of the impact of a school education on a family’s budget and so we aim to be financially efficient.

Australian Christian College is a not-for-profit organisation with any extra revenue generated invested back into the school. To maximise affordability we provide multi-sibling discounts and payment plans in addition to our already low fees.

2020 Fee Schedule

Years	1st Child	2nd Child	3rd Child	4th Child
Kindergarten	$1,980	$1,728	$1,354	$416	$0
Primary (Prep - 6)	$2,835	$2,410	$1,900	$567	$0
Secondary (7-10)	$3,098	$2,634	$2,076	$620	$0

Please note:

Two payment options are available: (1) pay in full upfront before commencement of the school year or at time of enrolment, (2) Pay in 10 equal monthly instalments. Please note this second option is not available to new enrolments who are joining the school after the start of Term 3.

School Fees are payable as per the Fee Payment Form. If more than two dishonoured payments occur in a calendar year, a $20 administration fee may be charged for each dishonour. If payments continue to be dishonoured, the account will be referred to school management.

At least six term weeks notice in writing is required for withdrawal of students. Insufficient notice may result in additional fees being charged.

Additional Costs:

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Why haven’t I heard of ACC before?

While ACC is in 5 states of Australia with over 200 staff, we are new to Tasmania.

Visiting our school and meeting staff is the best way to discover what’s unique about ACC. Click the link below to book a Tour with the Principal.

MAKE ENQUIRY

BELINDA HAMILTON

“I am partially deaf and the great support I receive from the ACC Staff has helped to build my confidence, which has improved my performances of musical items and speaking in groups. We also do interesting science experiments which has improved my understanding of Science.”

“We have chosen ACC as it is committed to Biblical values and individualised learning. With ACC, Belinda is developing in all areas of her life.”
Ian & Sandra Hamilton (Dad & Mum)

LEAH BEAMISH

“Before I came to this school, I couldn’t even do times tables. Maths is easier now, I have improved heaps this year”. Leah has been in the lower bands on NAPLAN in previous years with her Maths, but this year her NAPLAN showed that she improved by two year levels within the one year.

NAPLAN showed that she improved by two year levels

“I am so excited by Leah’s amazing improvement in maths. I was delighted to read her recent NAPLAN report. I am thankful to the teachers at ACC.”
Kelly Beamish (Mum)

BYOD MODELYears P-3 iPad Years 4-5 iPad or MacBook Air Years 6-10 MacBook Air

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Technology Requirements ACC has a BYOD (bring your own device) model based on the educational advantage that this technology provides for student learning. Each student is required to bring in their own device (dependent on their year level), which is supported by the ICT environment and the familiarity of staff members. This ensures there is minimal interruption during class time and allows teaching staff to engage more effectively with students.
ACC partners with two resellers to assist our families with competitive Apple pricing. Both resellers offer secure portals from which parents are able to purchase their children’s devices.

Visit CompNow Portal Visit JB HiFi Portal

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