Philosophy, Purpose and Values
As a coeducational school of the Lutheran Church of Australia, Concordia Lutheran College exists to nurture and empower young people to shape and enrich our world through a life of faith and service. We are a Christian community where God's message of grace is proclaimed, and this guides how we teach, live and work together.
Our Philosophy
Concordia Lutheran College is a Christian coeducational day and boarding school that provides a holistic approach to shape and prepare students to be confident, informed and equipped to make a difference in an ever changing world. We offer a rigorous and quality education where students strive for excellence, and set high expectations in a safe, Christ-centred, grace-filled learning environment.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to deliver to our students inspiring, relevant and engaging learning opportunities in a welcoming and caring Christian environment.
Our Values
- Learning
We value learning: where students demonstrate resilience and persistence as creative, adept learners who are not afraid to take risks as they learn and grow.
- Compassion
We value compassion: where students develop their hearts and minds as they care for, respect, support and nurture one another.
- Courage
We value courage: where students become risk-takers who take ownership of their learning, set high expectations and are not afraid to speak up for others and themselves.
- Service
We value service: where students reflect on their place in the world as they desire to reach out and support people and groups on a local and global level.
- Excellence
We value excellence: where students continually strive for excellence as they set and exceed their own goals in their learning.
- Respect
We value respect: where every member of the College community respects themselves, others, and creation as they demonstrate stewardship and care for God’s earth and all who live on it.