Senior School (Years 9–12) in Tamworth
Mr Josh Davis
Head of Senior School
Dynamic & diverse; education for the real world!
What a great privilege we have to prepare our young men and women for the world! Senior School, the last four years of high school, encourages the fostering of personal qualities of commitment, integrity and reliability, to prepare for work or further study. Students develop positive academic work habits, strengthen their sense of personal purpose and perspective, and, in a rapidly changing world, begin to form and consolidate their life priorities after school. Ultimately, we seek to help our students find their true purpose by using their unique skills and gifts to faithfully serve Jesus and others.
Senior School provides secondary students in Years 9 to 12 with a teaching and learning environment which addresses their personal and educational needs, as they begin to consider their post school vocational options or further education. Students are also able to enrol in externally provided courses at TAFE (vocational education and training) and via Distance Education.
Senior School at a Glance
Explicit teaching of literacy & numeracy
Flexible, well-resourced learning spaces
Access to secondary school facilities and expertise
A focus on confidence and resilience in Christ
Excursions that build on classroom experiences & enhance student learning
The opportunity to participate in many sports and extra-curricular activities
Senior School Facilities
Carinya’s Senior School provides a Christ-centred environment designed to equip students for life, learning, and service beyond their school years. Each facility is intentionally created to support academic growth, personal development, and community connection.
Senior students have access to a dedicated Senior Study, an indoor space for quiet, focused learning, as well as a welcoming lunch area complete with a kitchenette and fridges that encourage independence and fellowship. The Senior School gym offers opportunities for physical development and wellbeing, while purpose-built music rooms provide spaces for creativity, performance, and expression.
Alongside these Senior School–specific facilities, students also enjoy access to the wider campus, including the Library, undercover basketball courts, and the Indoor Sports Centre. These shared spaces foster collaboration, discovery, and connection across year levels.
From study areas to performance spaces, every part of the Senior School is designed to inspire discovery, encourage community, and help students grow in wisdom as they prepare to serve God and others in the world beyond Carinya.
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Year 9 & 10 Electives
Years 9 and 10 students enjoy a dynamic and diverse personal and academic environment, which encourages them to develop their academic skills, as well as explore and interact with the world God has made. The curriculum is based on the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography and PDHPE. This is supplemented by a substantial elective offering, encompassing:
Environmental Studies & Outdoor Education
PASS (Physical Activity & Sport Science)
Agriculture
Design & Technology
Food Technology
Information Software Technology
Japanese (LOTE)
Music
Textiles Technology
Visual Arts
Visual Design
Drama
Commerce
Year 11 & 12 Electives
Years 11 and 12 students commence and may go on to complete a course of study leading to the award of a Higher School Certificate, or preparation for the workforce, in a strong academic framework with high expectations and an emphasis on personal responsibility and the faithful use of abilities and opportunities.
The courses available for study include:
Community & Family Studies
Information Processes & Technology
English (all courses)
Mathematics (all courses)
Modern History
Ancient History
Geography
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Japanese
Sports, Lifestyle & Recreation
Health & Movement Science
Legal Studies
Business Studies
Industrial Technology
Engineering Studies
Food Technology
Music (all courses)
Visual Arts
Drama
Agriculture
Students are also able to enrol in externally provided courses at TAFE (vocational education and training) and via Distance Education.
Discover The Wonder
WITH CARINYA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
We believe education is more than academics; it’s a journey of faith, community, and discovery. Every child is known by name, valued as an image-bearer of God, and encouraged to explore the wonder of His world with curiosity and joy. Whether you’re a parent seeking a Christ-centred learning environment or a teacher called to nurture hearts and minds, Carinya is a place where relationships flourish, learning is purposeful, and lives are shaped for service.