Cedar College Incorporated is an independent, co-educational Christian school located in Northgate, South Australia. Established in 1997, the College serves students from Reception (Foundation) through Year 12, offering a continuous educational pathway from early years to senior secondary[2][4][5].

Overview

Cedar College is distinctly Christian in ethos and operates as a ministry of CityReach Baptist Church Oakden, formerly known as Oakden Baptist Church. It is inter-denominational and affiliated with Christian Schools Australia and the Association of Independent Schools of South Australia. The school currently enrolls nearly 900 students[2][3][4].

Educational Structure

The College is organized into four educational branches to support student development academically, spiritually, and socially throughout their schooling journey:

• Junior Primary: Reception to Year 2
• Upper Primary: Years 3 to 6
• Middle School: Years 7 to 9
• Senior School: Years 10 to 12[4]

This structure allows a tailored educational experience across different stages of student growth.

Motto and Philosophy

The school’s motto, "Growing in Wisdom," is inspired by Psalm 92:12, symbolizing the growth of a cedar tree into strength and fruitfulness. This reflects the school's dual focus on academic knowledge and the development of wisdom to apply knowledge in meaningful, God-honouring ways[2].

In 2014, Cedar College articulated a purpose statement emphasizing holistic preparation for life:
"Preparing students for real life" — encouraging students to "Discover Jesus, Display Love and Develop Self." This highlights the College’s commitment to nurturing not only intellectual growth but also character and faith[2].

Location and Facilities

Cedar College is situated in the suburb of Northgate, approximately 8 km northeast of Adelaide’s central business district. The campus provides modern facilities that support a broad curriculum and co-curricular activities consistent with its Christian educational philosophy[2][4].

Cedar College Incorporated is registered as a nonprofit organization and is recognized for its contribution to independent Christian education within South Australia. It combines academic rigor with faith-based values to develop well-rounded students prepared for life beyond school[3][4].

[1] https://www.cedarcollege.sa.edu.au [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cedar_College [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/2f379fed-39af-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/profile [4] https://www.cedarcollege.sa.edu.au/about-cedar-college/ [5] https://www.education.net.au/education/CEDAR-COLLEGE-INC/1911/