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Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is a school of Lutheran Church of Australian Queensland District International Student Prospectus CRICOS Provider Number: 03731G Page 1 of 24 Introduction Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is located in Queensland, Australia and is a co-educational Christian College owned and operated by the Lutheran Church of Australia, Queensland District. The International Prospectus is designed to give you an overview of the educational experience Faith Lutheran College can provide to your student. This document provides an introduction to the values and culture of the College, as well as the academic and co-curricular offerings the College can provide. This prospectus also outlines some of the requirements that need to be met in order to be enrolled as an International Student with Faith Lutheran College. If, after reading this prospectus, you would like to proceed with enrolment at Faith Lutheran College, please refer to the International Enrolment Application document and accompanying College policies. College Details Post: Faith Lutheran College, Plainland 5 Faith Avenue, Plainland, QLD, 4341 Australia Phone: 07 5466 9900 Email: [email protected] Website: faithlc.qld.edu.au CRICOS provider number: 03731G CRICOS Courses: Course name Course code Junior Secondary Studies (Years 7-10) 099049J Senior Secondary Studies (Years 11-12) 099050E 2020 College Dates Term 1 Tuesday, 28 January, 2020 - Wednesday, 1 April, 2020 Term 2 Tuesday, 21 April, 2020 - Wednesday, 24 June, 2020 Term 3 Tuesday, 14 July, 2020 - Wednesday, 16 September, 2020 Term 4 Tuesday, 6 October, 2020 - Wednesday, 2 December, 2020 Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is a school of Lutheran Church of Australian Queensland District International Student Prospectus CRICOS Provider Number: 03731G Page 2 of 24 Contents Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 2 College Details .................................................................................................................................. 2 Contents ............................................................................................................................................ 3 Principal’s Welcome ......................................................................................................................... 4 About the College ............................................................................................................................ 5 Living and Studying in Australia ....................................................................................................... 7 Mode of Study ................................................................................................................................... 8 Curriculum Overview 2019 ............................................................................................................... 8 Queensland Certificate of Education and University Entrance .................................................. 10 Teaching and Learning .................................................................................................................. 11 Student Services and Support ........................................................................................................ 12 Pastoral Care .................................................................................................................................. 13 Co-Curricular Activities ................................................................................................................... 14 Facilities ............................................................................................................................................ 15 General Information ....................................................................................................................... 16 Enrolment Procedures .................................................................................................................... 18 The Costs of Education for International Students at Faith Lutheran College ........................... 19 Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is a school of Lutheran Church of Australian Queensland District International Student Prospectus CRICOS Provider Number: 03731G Page 3 of 24 Principal’s Welcome As Principal of Faith Lutheran College, I am privileged to be a part of such a vibrant, exceptional College, which is developing and nurturing young people for a future in our global world. We are honoured to see students come into the College as young adolescents and witness them develop and learn the skills they require to reach their full potential, as active, thoughtful and compassionate adult members of society. The College will celebrate 20 years of development and exceptional growth in 2019. We thrive on nurturing the individual and providing holistic opportunities for each and every student to fulfil their personal goals and ambitions. At Faith, we pride ourselves on ensuring there are extensive opportunities for all students through a broad academic curriculum as well as a wide variety of co-curricular and real-world experiences, including international tours and learning opportunities. Our breadth of academic and support staff caters for the very unique and personalised needs of the individual and provide a service to students and parents who require additional encouragement and varied targeted learning opportunities due to their individual circumstances, such as ESL and international adjustment. The College’s strong academic reputation is highlighted through a range of extension opportunities such as debating, public speaking, science and robotic challenges at District, State and National levels. Our faith foundations are vital to our College as a member of the Lutheran Education Australia sector, and we are blessed that our own ministry team provide a breadth of avenues for students and staff to enhance their personal spiritual journey. We promote our Faith Life Community through values that are integral to the way of life students experience at Faith. Our College - Faith Lutheran - is at the forefront of exceptional educational opportunities available in the picturesque Lockyer Valley, Queensland. With our fleet of College coaches, we provide a safe and reliable transportation service that gives students the ability to travel to the College from the surrounding areas in safety and comfort. We invite you to experience the positive and supportive atmosphere at our College and to witness a community that embraces the centrality of each individual student. You will find we are an affordable and dynamic learning community for your student to be educated in a beautiful rural environment. We look forward to welcoming you and your student to the Faith family. Mrs Janelle Anderson College Principal Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is a school of Lutheran Church of Australian Queensland District International Student Prospectus CRICOS Provider Number: 03731G Page 4 of 24 About the College Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is located in the picturesque Lockyer Valley, halfway between Ipswich and Toowoomba in Queensland, Australia. The College is a secondary co- educational College with more than 700 students in Years 7-12. With dedicated staff and state of the art facilities, the College provides the balance required to ensure that students are being treated as unique individuals. We enact a holistic approach focussing on equity, diversity, individuality, inclusivity and multiculturalism. The College curriculum provides a broad and appropriate range of quality academic and co- curricular programs promoting innovation and excellence in teaching, learning and pastoral care. We provide a student-centred environment in which students feel safe and are encouraged to serve others and their community with confidence. We value our partnerships, nurturing positive local and global connections with students, families, staff and the wider community. Our Vision Faith Lutheran College is a Christ-Centred Community serving individuals and families through holistic quality co-education. Our Mission Motivated by God’s love and acceptance of all people, Faith Lutheran College is committed to providing: o A safe and caring environment in which people can learn, and are given the opportunity to develop their God-given talents; o Quality education which prepares people for life as valued citizens; o Opportunity for discovering self-identity and a relationship with Christ and others; and o Encouragement for developing an appreciation of, respect for, and responsibility towards God’s creation. o Service, partnerships and collaboration with the community. To achieve these aims, Faith in the forgiving Christ, directs every aspect of the Life of the College, in its service to the Community. Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is a school of Lutheran Church of Australian Queensland District International Student Prospectus CRICOS Provider Number: 03731G Page 5 of 24 The Faith Motto – Faith, Life, Community Faith Our faith is based in a God who has created us and given us life, relationships and this world to enjoy. We have also been given the responsibilities of respecting life, caring for each other and carefully managing the resources of our world. Though we constantly fail to live as God’s people, Jesus Christ has made it possible for us to enjoy a personal relationship with God both now and