Pedare Christian College

Golden Grove, South Australia · Anglican · Co-ed · Prep to Year 12

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Leading tier

a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas

Leading tier

S360 score: 72.7%

Pedare Christian College is a co-educational, Anglican, Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Golden Grove, South Australia. It sits in the Leading tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Leading tier. It ranks 24th among private independent schools in South Australia.

Schools360 scoring overview

The ▾ marker on each bar shows the national median: the middle score among every Australian school Schools360 has assessed.

Academic Excellence43 / 60 (71.7%)Trusted

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing46 / 60 (76.7%)Leading

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities42 / 60 (70.0%)Trusted

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment44 / 60 (73.3%)Leading

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence43 / 60 (71.7%)Trusted

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1016 / 20Distinguished

Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1214 / 20Trusted

Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.

University Outcomes and Pathways13 / 20Trusted

Evaluates students' progress, entry into top-tier universities, postgraduate study, and alumni success.

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing15 / 20Leading

Focuses on promoting students' physical, mental and emotional health, anti-bullying and school diversity.

Student Support16 / 20Distinguished

Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.

Personal Development15 / 20Leading

Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum15 / 20Leading

Assesses the diversity and quality of the academic curriculum, including specialised subjects and STEM.

Sports14 / 20Trusted

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture13 / 20Trusted

Measures the quality and achievements in visual arts, music, drama and artistic progression.

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff14 / 20Trusted

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment15 / 20Leading

Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.

Technology and Innovation15 / 20Leading

Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.

Institutional Excellence

School Governance14 / 20Trusted

Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections15 / 20Leading

Considers school history, recognition, community engagement, alumni network and school impact.

Sustainability14 / 20Trusted

Examines the school's commitment, strategy, reporting and practices related to environmental sustainability.

Key information

Affiliation
Anglican
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Co-ed
Boarding
No
Total enrolments
1,134
Student:teacher ratio
13.9:1
Location
Golden Grove, South Australia
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

109797 above the national average

ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of a school’s student population — the occupation and education of families, the school’s geographic location, and the proportion of Indigenous students it enrols. It is not a measure of school quality or performance. The national average is 1000.

Source: ACARA My School. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

NAPLAN

Each score below is shown against the national average — Schools360’s own calculation across the private and independent schools in this dataset with a result at that year level and domain, not a figure ACARA itself publishes, and not every Australian school ACARA tracks. It rests on a single year’s cohort, not a stable multi-year pattern.

2025 NAPLAN results

  • Year level
    Year 3
    Reading
    431(-7)
    Writing
    429(-13)
    Spelling
    418(-15)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    437(-11)
    Numeracy
    429(-7)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    522(+1)
    Writing
    490(-18)
    Spelling
    508(-2)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    525(-7)
    Numeracy
    529(+5)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    576(+10)
    Writing
    596(+27)
    Spelling
    582(+22)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    591(+22)
    Numeracy
    593(+17)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    590(-6)
    Writing
    635(+24)
    Spelling
    585(-1)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    591(-3)
    Numeracy
    597(-8)

Source: ACARA My School, 2025. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

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Common questions

What year levels does Pedare Christian College teach?

Pedare Christian College teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Pedare Christian College a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Pedare Christian College is a Co-ed school.

What sector is Pedare Christian College in?

Pedare Christian College is classified as Independent.

Does Pedare Christian College offer boarding?

No, Pedare Christian College does not offer boarding.

How many students attend Pedare Christian College?

Pedare Christian College has 1,134 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Pedare Christian College?

Pedare Christian College's student to teacher ratio is 13.9 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Pedare Christian College sit in?

Pedare Christian College sits in the Leading tier, a high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting solid results across key areas.

What is Pedare Christian College's strongest area on Schools360?

Pedare Christian College's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Leading tier.

Where does Pedare Christian College rank?

Pedare Christian College ranks 24th among private independent schools in South Australia.

Where is Pedare Christian College located?

Pedare Christian College is located in Golden Grove, South Australia.