Our Education

Christ-centred education has become a popular phrase in recent years. While this is certainly where the heart of a Rehoboth education is (and has always been), our goal in making Christ central to everything we do is to have students see Him as sovereign over all aspects of their lives. This is what we refer to as a distinctly Christian education. It is a particular worldview embedded in our educational programs that challenges students to think deeply about how their education and faith intersect.

We have developed three core principles that underpin and help to explain our unique approach to education:

Purpose

This describes how our education programs invite students to see the world through the lens of Christ and from the perspective of God’s Word. When Jesus is central to learning and to life, we see students instilled with His purpose for their lives.

Partnership

Students are encouraged to develop an understanding of how Christian principles apply to every area of their lives as part of a three-way partnership between home, church, and school.

Preparation

We believe a whole-child philosophy is necessary in order for students to grow academically, spiritually, physically, and emotionally, so that they are prepared to become people of outstanding character and citizenship.

We are committed to this kind of distinctly Christian education at Rehoboth and aim to cultivate students who do not accept mediocrity and are prepared to be different: students of character who are able to demonstrate and articulate the message of Jesus throughout their lives.

The aim of a distinctly Christian education is to achieve a standard of excellence in the teaching of all subjects, from both an academic and spiritual perspective, and which in all things brings glory to God alone. At Rehoboth, the hallmarks of this standard include:

• Encouraging each student to love God with their whole being – heart, soul, mind, and body – as well as their neighbour.
• Promoting a creative, vibrant, and positive view of life’s learning experiences.
• Teaching to the highest academic standards and bringing out the best, God-given potential of each student.
• Developing a kingdom vision in a broken world.
• Providing an environment where students have the freedom to explore Jesus Christ openly and in all areas of life and learning.
• Recognising each child as a unique human being, made in God’s image, and uniquely gifted and called by Him.
• Encouraging thankfulness to God rather than focus on self.
• Training students in how to use and develop the abilities which God has endowed them.

Kindergarten and Pre-Primary provide children with the all-important first steps they need to adjust to life at school. Utilising the Early years learning Framework (EYLF), our Early Learning program seeks to:

• Build up your child in their knowledge, faith, and love of God
• Foster all areas of your child’s development
• Develop in your child a sense of wonder and discovery in learning

We operate two K-6 Primary campuses at Wilson and Kenwick. Our Primary students benefit from dedicated and loving Christian teachers who give personalised attention, and from the opportunity to form close, supportive relationships with fellow students from other Christian families. The main aim of our Primary program is to confirm the love of God by nurturing, equipping, and training all of our students in the ways of the Lord. As well as meeting Australian Curriculum standards, our Primary program offers a range of experiences, including:

• Year 6 Leadership Camp
• Primary After School Sports (PASS)
• Literature Appreciation
• Strong NAPLAN testing
• Introduction to homework
• Instrumental Music Program
• Primary Choir
• Health and PE
• Mandarin LOTE program
• Edu-Dance
• Biblical Studies and Church History
• Information Technology

The transition from Primary to Secondary school is an important stage in your child’s development. Research has shown that when this transition is done in a way that recognises the developmental changes that young adolescents are undergoing, the process can become a positive one. We prepare our students for this transition with a dedicated, structured Middle School program which acknowledges the implications that early adolescence has upon learning and is designed to assist students to take on the unique challenges that Secondary brings.

Our Endeavour Program incorporates elements of our Primary and Secondary programs to create a package tailored to this age group. This is done by designing a curriculum that is full of hands-on, learning-rich activities which are designed to not only engage students, but teach them problem solving skills, creativity, and ways of learning that will benefit their later years of study.

Our aim for the Endeavour Program is to develop the potential of each student so that they are prepared for upper Secondary, and to see them learn and grow in their understanding of God’s world and their place in it.

Some of the key features of the Endeavour Program include:

• Coordination by a Year 7/8 Team Leader and a team of staff dedicated to this group
• Study skills and personal organisation development program
• Student leadership, providing opportunities to lead, serve, and input into the life of the College
• Canberra Trip, complementing work done on the Australian Government as part of the Year 7 curriculum
• Year 8 Missions Trip
• Digital Discipleship Program
• A focus on building resilience within students
• A gradual increase in the number of teachers
• Orientation days in the Secondary School
• Practical problem solving, group and collaborative work, community-based learning, and team-teaching
• Communication and social skills training
• Home rooms for Year 7 and 8 classes
• Introduction to the Science labs and specialist learning areas such as Food Science and Design and Technology
• Form teachers providing pastoral care
• LEX@R learning extension program expanded to Year 7-8
• Introduction to exams and final term tests

In this rapidly changing world, where advances in technologies greatly impact the way in which we live our lives, it is vital that students leave the College with an understanding of who they are in God, and where they belong. At Rehoboth, we recognise that our students need to be equipped to live in this world with courage, compassion, and discerning minds, and graduate with a strong, Godly roadmap which will allow them to navigate the many twists and turns that lie ahead.

With traditional Christian values being eroded and replaced by an, “If it feels good, do it” philosophy, young Christian men and women need to be able to answer some hard questions in their first years out of College; questions like, “Why go to church?”, “Why obey God?”, and even “Who am I?” Our Secondary program is designed to provide students with both the academic foundations they will need to move onto tertiary studies (should that be the direction they wish to go), and to be prepared and confident as they take their place in the world.

The selection of courses we offer provide the prerequisites for almost all university courses. Parents and students are strongly encouraged to check the entry requirements for any university courses that you may be considering. The Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) or Career Centre in Perth offer a great starting place for this information. Parents and students need not feel that a Christian education compromises academic integrity.

In addition to our standard course offerings, the Secondary program also includes:

• Strong WACE performance and university entry for graduates
• Expanding VET program
• UMAT Testing
• Workplace learning
• Philippines Mission Trip (Year 11 and 12)
• Study Retreat (Year 11 and 12)
• Leonora Bush Mission Trip (Year 10)
• Student Council
• Instrumental Music Program
• Maths Tutoring
• Access to education support
• Health and PE program
• Sustainable School Shop for second-hand textbook trading

Vocational Education and Training (VET) Program

Rehoboth provides eligible students with access to the Vocational Education and Training (VET) Program, offering a valuable to gain practical experience and nationally recognised qualifications in areas of interest.

TAFE Courses

Students may study at:

• South Metro TAFE or
• North Metro TAFE

Courses are delivered:

• One day per week (Thursday or Friday)
• Two days per week (Thursday and Friday) for various Cert II and pre-apprenticeship programs as well as Cert III courses delivered over 1 year.

Students can select from a wide range of courses offered by both TAFEs. The full list of available courses and application details are available from our VET Coordinator.

Please note, there are no tuition costs for South or North Metro TAFE courses, as these are Government-funded. However, some courses may require the purchase of textbooks, protective clothing, or footwear.

Private Training Providers (Fee-for Service)

We also partner with a range of private Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to offer fee-for-service courses. These are paid by parents and may include payment plan options through the training provider.

Current partners include:

• Fremantle Education Centre
• Mount Pleasant College
• Health Science Hub
• AMA Training Services
• IVET
• Various other RTOs and traineeship providers

Some of these providers offer Certificate IV courses, which can serve as an alternative pathway to university.

Applications and Eligibility

• Open to current Year 10 and Year 11 students
• Applications for South and North Metro TAFE close at the end of August
• Students will be notified of key dates and how to apply
• An interview with the VET Coordinator is conducted early in Term 3 when subject selection is taking place

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who can apply for VET Courses? 
   Current Year 10 and Year 11 students are eligible to apply.
2. Are there any costs involved?
   – TAFE courses (South and North Metro) are Government-funded (no tuition fees).
   – Private RTO courses are fee-for-service (costs are covered by parents, with payment plans available).
3. Do VET courses reduce my school fees?
   No. Participation in a VET course does not reduce College tuition fees.
4. What days are VET courses held?
   – Most courses run on Thursdays or Fridays
   – Cert II and Pre-apprenticeship courses may run on Thursdays and Fridays
5. Can VET courses help me get into university?
   Yes. Certificate IV courses offered through private RTOs or TAFE can provide alternate pathways to university.
6. Where can I find the list of available courses?
   Course lists and application details are available from the VET Coordinator.

Our aim is to provide an outstanding education for our students. High-quality teaching and learning experiences are the key drivers of this, but we also believe there are considerable educational benefits to a technology-rich learning environment. We aim to utilise a broad range of technology as tools in the delivery of curriculum. Our ICT program seeks to build these resources into those areas of student learning where they will be most appropriate and can be expected to yield holistic educational outcomes. In today’s connected world, it is essential that our students not only learn how to use technology effectively, but also how to engage with it wisely and safely.

All students in Years 4 to 12 are provided with access to a Microsoft Surface Pro device along with a Microsoft account. Students retain these devices either until they are replaced by the College or the student’s course of study ends. Classrooms are equipped with interactive data projectors, touch enabled display screens and similar audio-visual devices. 

The goals of our ICT program are to:

• Develop and assess student responsibility and readiness for device use.
• Run age-appropriate digital citizenship programs throughout the school year, helping students understand online safety, respectful communication, and ethical use of technology.
• Enable students to develop independent learning skills and readily engage in problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Increase access to information while developing wisdom and improving research and analytical skills.
• Have students consistently show deeper and more flexible uses of technology.
• Maximise access to the curriculum for all students, integrate with effective teaching and learning, and facilitate students becoming lifelong learners.
• Develop understanding of, and habits of digital wellbeing.
• Provide appropriate oversight and pastoral care for students as they engage with ICT – including content filtering, device controls, and pastorally working with students to address misuse and guide them toward wise use of ICT as followers of Christ.
• Partner with parents in providing and education on practical resources, recommended apps, seminars to equip, and tools for manging devices at home.

We deeply value the partnership between school and home in guiding our students to become thoughtful, respectful, and Christ-centred users of technology.

3 Schools, 2 Campuses, 1 Vision

We operate two campuses located in the southern suburbs of Perth, Western Australia. Our Wilson campus caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, while Kenwick caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Both campuses are easily accessible by car, bicycle, or public transport. The College also operates three bus routes, including a service between the two campuses.

Whether you prefer to send your child to Wilson or Kenwick Primary, we are able to offer consistent educational programs between both campuses. In some cases, teachers will travel between campuses to deliver lessons.

• Instrumental Music Program
• LOTE (Mandarin)
• Literature Appreciation
• Performing Arts
• Physical Education, including after-school sports
• Well-maintained libraries available at all schools
• Church History and Bible Studies
• Missions focus – students are able to voluntarily contribute to the College’s mission beneficiaries

Wilson K-6

Kenwick K-12

Our Business Office is located at the Kenwick campus and is open 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday to Friday. Our staff here are able to assist with a range of matters:

• All non-academic enquiries
• Enrolments
• Financial management (including payment of fees)
• Human resource management (including job applications)
• Facilities management (grounds and buildings)
• ICT management
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Community relations