Central Coast Adventist School

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Central Coast Adventist School (CCAS) is where students can grow and thrive in a caring and nurturing environment with a holistic education approach and academic excellence focus. It is where beliefs, values, learning and thriving all come together.

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Address

12 Penrose Crescent

Town or Suburb

Erina

State

NSW

Post Code

2250

Region(s)

NSW Central Coast

Telephone

02 4367 1800

Website

https://www.ccas.nsw.edu.au/

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Enrolment Link

https://www.ccas.nsw.edu.au/enrolment

Principal

Mr Tony Kent

School Type

Early Learning
Primary School
Secondary School
Primary - Year 12 School

Campus Anatomy

Single School Location

School Character

Seventh-Day Adventist

Year Levels

Pre Kindergarten - Year 12

Religion

Adventist

Fees

Check website for more information
https://www.ccas.nsw.edu.au/enrolment/fees

International Students (CRICOS registered school)

Main Gender

Co-ed

Student Enrolments

1100

Strong focus on...

Academic Achievement
Co-curricular Activities
Creative Arts
Digital Technologies
Faith / Religion
Music
Science/Technology
Social & Emotional Learning
Sport
Visual Art

Language Subjects

French

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Overview

Central Coast Adventist School (CCAS) was established in 1969 by a small group of passionate individuals who dreamed of a Christian school on the Central Coast.

The school commenced in a small building on Mann Street with one teacher and just 18 students. In 1970, the campus was relocated to the current site at Erina on land donated by Fred Penrose. Though a semirural location at the time, this site is the heart of the Central Coast today.

While the school initially operated as a small Kindergarten to Year 10 campus, the School Board decided during the 1990s to offer the Higher School Certificate (HSC). As a result of that decision, enrolment numbers increased significantly, as families could commence and complete their children’s education at CCAS.

CCAS began a comprehensive building program to accommodate growing enrolments to design contemporary, inspiring and well-resourced learning spaces. The school’s 4.2 hectares have been developed into a modern campus, accommodating students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. The outstanding facilities provide students with a broad range of opportunities and experiences.

Today CCAS has over 1,100 students enrolled and employs over 130 staff.

Facilities

The campus is nestled in the heart of the Erina CBD, alongside Erina Fair Shopping Centre. The school is 8 stages into a 10-stage multi-million dollar building program. The first stage of the Sport Centre provides two full size basketball courts. There is a shared Library facility in the centre of the campus that contains not only books, but computer access, audio-visual access and tutorial areas. The Naomi Frew Memorial Hall, built in memory of Naomi Frew (an ex-student), currently functions as the venue for school chapels, assembly and performance events. A large sports oval is situated towards the bottom of the site.

Pastoral Care

Governance

Central Coast Adventist School (CCAS) is a ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Australia. We provide a Christian educational experience for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12.

The Seventh-day Adventist Church operates the most extensive Protestant school system in the world, including over 8,800 schools, colleges and universities, with over 106,000 teachers.

A School Council administers the school. The School Council has representatives from the local Seventh-day Adventist Churches that financially support the school, as well as the local church Pastor and representatives from the Seventh-day Adventist Schools (North NSW) Board of Directors.

CCAS is governed by the Seventh-day Adventist Schools (North NSW) Board of Directors.

Values

Compassion
Integrity
Perseverance
Respect

Vision

“A community where WE ALL thrive in OUR experience of learning and live abundantly in Jesus.”

Mission Statement

“We strive to create connected and dynamic learning opportunities grounded in the love of Jesus, advocating service to others and individual excellence.”

To acknowledge God as the source of life and wisdom.
To develop in each student a sense of self-worth.
Encourage each student to achieve their academic, physical, social and spiritual potential.

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Principal's Message

I love being a part of this community. I am proud of our outstanding students, supportive parents and committed staff. Central Coast Adventist School is a place that welcomes and embraces each student – a place where each child can belong.

— Mr Tony Kent, Principal

Central Coast Adventist School is founded on our belief in a loving God, and our desire to provide each child with the opportunity to experience what it means to live abundantly with Jesus. We invite each student to embrace the values on which the school is built – the value of service to others and the hope that comes from a personal relationship with our creator God.

Our school is so much more than a place of learning. We are a community.

Central Coast Adventist School (CCAS) is a place where each student has the opportunity to grow and thrive in a caring and nurturing environment, championed by staff who are invested in the academic, social and emotional wellbeing of each student. Our community is inclusive of each family; we work together in partnership, to prepare our students for success.

A quality education encompasses not only a strong foundation in Literacy and Numeracy, but also the development of skills that equip each student for their future in a rapidly evolving society – problem-solving, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity and communication.

A CCAS graduate not only possesses knowledge and skills for the 21st century, but they value the importance of being a good citizen and aspire to be a person of integrity, compassion, respect and perseverance.

At CCAS, we value service to others, and provide tangible opportunities for students to experience the joy of service and learn what it means to contribute to society.

Scholarships

Thrive Scholarships

Thrive Scholarships reflect our desire for students to thrive in all aspects of life. These scholarships reflect the diversity of connected and dynamic learning opportunities at Central Coast Adventist School, celebrating individual excellence.

2026 Thrive Scholarship Applications are now closed.

Key Dates

3 February 2025 - Thrive Scholarship Applications open.

16 April 2025 - Thrive Scholarship Applications close (11.59 pm). Please note that we cannot process incomplete application forms, and no late applications will be accepted.

15 May 2025 - Thrive Scholarship Test (all applicants need to be available for this).

10 - 13 June 2025 - Notification sent to all applicants. Shortlisted applicants booked for a panel interview.

24 - 26 June 2025 - Panel interviews for shortlisted applicants (applicants need to be available for this if required).

29 - 31 July 2025 - Notification sent to all shortlisted applicants. Successful Thrive Scholarship recipients notified.

Applying for a Thrive Scholarship

In 2026, there are Thrive Scholarship opportunities for students entering Year 7 and Year 11.

Thrive Scholarships may be awarded to a student who successfully completes the application process and can demonstrate a history of excellence in one or more areas. These areas may include various facets of school life, including but not limited to creative arts, technology, service, leadership, sport and academics.

Applicants will be assessed on information provided in all sections of the application form, including references, school reports/records and responses to specific questions.
Applicants must be available to sit the Thrive Scholarship Test on the scheduled day. Unfortunately, there can be no amendments to examination times.
Shortlisted applicants will need to be available for a panel interview, if required, during the window of time scheduled.

Some Thrive Scholarships are only available to new students.

2026 Scholarship Opportunities

Academic

The school is committed to providing relevant 21st-century focused education for all our students. A vital element of that commitment is creating opportunities for students to demonstrate excellence in academic pursuits. This could be shown in various ways, including writing, science and/or mathematics. Thrive Academic Scholarships reflect the school’s commitment to encouraging academic excellence.

Academic Scholarships are available to students entering Year 7 in 2026.

Year Level	Value	Duration/Term
Year 7	Up to 50% of tuition fees	Up to 6 years

Academic Scholarship Selection Criteria

Thrive Academic Scholarships may be awarded to students who complete all aspects of the application process and can demonstrate a history or disposition towards academic excellence through school or personal participation. Students will be assessed on information provided in all sections of the application form, including samples or evidence of their academic endeavours and Thrive Scholarship test results.

* Thrive Academic Scholarships are available to both new and currently enrolled students.

Creative Arts

The school is committed to providing relevant 21st-century focused education for all of our students. A vital element of that commitment is creating opportunities for students to demonstrate excellence in Creative Arts. This could be shown in a variety of ways through music, art, drama and/or technology. Thrive Creative Arts Scholarships are reflective of the school’s commitment to encouraging creative thinking and expression.

Creative Arts Scholarships are available to students entering Year 11 in 2026.

Year Level	Value	Duration/Term
Year 11	Up to $3000 per year	Up to 2 years

Creative Arts Scholarship Selection Criteria

Thrive Creative Arts Scholarships may be awarded to new students who complete all aspects of the application process and demonstrate a history or disposition towards Creative Arts through school or personal participation. Students will be assessed on information provided in all sections of the application form, including samples or evidence of their creative skills.

* Thrive Creative Arts Scholarships are available to new students only.

How to apply for a scholarship

Applications must be submitted through the submission button below, active only from 03 February through 16 April 2025.
Only Online applications are accepted.
During the online application process, students will need to answer, in their own words, questions about their school experience.
Payment of a $100 application fee is required at the time of registration.
Applications close on Wednesday, 16 April 2025.

Examination

The Thrive Scholarship test will be held on Thursday, 15 May 2025, at Central Coast Adventist School.
Assemble at the Administration Office from 8:40 am.
The examination will start at 9:00 am.
Students should bring a photo ID to the exam (acceptable ID includes current school library card or passport).
Students will sit an examination administered by an external examination company.
Unfortunately, there can be no amendments to examination times. Applicants should ensure they have no conflicting commitments.
The examination will conclude at 12:00 pm.

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