Oxley Christian College

Oxley Christian College is a Christian school founded by Life Ministry Centre as a church'schurch's ministry expression. It opened in Warranwood in 1979 with 89 students in Prep to Year 8. The College was relocated to the current site in Chirnside Park in 1983. The founding Pastor of Life Ministry Centre (LMC), H.K. Oxley (OBE), stated in 1983, "We aim to produce a sound, academically trained person with a Christian foundation specifically regarding standards, behavior, and absolutes, in short, a balanced, stable, mature and useful citizen of our community.
The Senior Pastor of Life Ministry Centre is Pastor Graham Nelson. When the College was founded in 1979, it was with two key objectives: to achieve the highest academic standards and to do so within a non-denominational, distinctively Christian environment. Still deeply committed to its founding principles, Oxley is widely recognized both for the excellence of its teaching and for the outstanding academic performance of its Year 12 students, of whom the majority gain entry each year into the university programs of their choice.
At the heart of the Oxley, experiences are Christian perspectives and values (refer to the School Aims and Statement of Faith below), underpinning all aspects of the College program. Every member of the highly qualified teaching staff is committed to the Christian ethos. Each student is encouraged to develop a deep and enduring personal faith, accompanied by respect for oneself as a unique creation of God and by respect and compassion for others.
The College also seeks to identify and nurture the individual student'sstudent's talents, which are valued, cherished, and encouraged as unique, God-given gifts. The College attracts students from diverse cultures and backgrounds – including several students from overseas. The College community welcomes all students and families who embrace the school'sschool's ethos and objectives.
The College values and promotes the principles and practices of Australian democracy, including a commitment to an elected government, the rule of law, and equal rights for all before the law. We are also committed to and enjoy the freedom of religion, speech, and association. Our College community practices and actively promotes the values of openness and tolerance.
Set in 70 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, Oxley educates up to 1000 students from Early Years to Year 12 on one spacious campus. Contemporary, light-filled buildings overlook the top grade sports oval and the well known Oxley Stadium. All Junior and Senior classrooms are well equipped and air-conditioned. Outstanding specialist facilities include the Senior Science Complex, Performing Arts Centre, Visual Arts and Design Centre, Library Resource Centre, Food Studies Complex, Education Support Centre, and Junior, Senior, and VCE Information Technology Laboratories. There is a Chapel, Theatre, and Assembly Hall. The Oxley Stadium accommodates five competition-sized basketball courts suitable for all indoor sports, a fitness center, and a sports cafe. There are extensive ovals, playing fields, outdoor courts, and play equipment.