At Oran Park Anglican College, progress is measured not only by academic success, but also by character, relationships, and preparation for a life of learning beyond school. Our wide range of co-curricular opportunities allow students to develop their talents and skills, gain confidence, build resilience and form friendships across all year levels.
Beyond the classroom, co-curricular activities also complement a students’ academic learning through experiences that value collaboration, communication, organisation, service and leadership.
I want each child to know
that they are valued, have
their own unique skills and
talents which they can safely
explore at the College.
Mr Hugh Renshaw
Deputy Principal – Administration
Creative And Performance Arts
Students can explore their creativity and imagination through Dance, Drama, Music and Visual Art.
Our Music Program offers involvement in both ensembles and private/group tuition. From as early as Kindergarten, students can begin their musical journey, with professional tutors available across most instruments. Students can join one of the College choirs, Concert or Stage Bands and experience a range performance opportunities both at the College and in the wider community. Our ensembles may also participate in a regional NSW tour each year.
Students interested in performing arts may choose to join the College’s Drama, Dance or Musical Theatre groups or clubs. The College’s musical theatre ensemble ‘Callbacks’ performs an assembly item each term. The Drama Club meets fortnightly, allowing students to progress their theatre sports improvisational skills. Both groups have opportunities to perform at College events and productions.
Sport
The College fosters a positive attitude towards an active lifestyle, with access to a variety of sporting opportunities. Among the most popular are Basketball, Netball, Soccer, Dance, Swimming, Tennis and Hockey.
Annual events include Swimming and Athletics carnivals, Sporting Gala Days and Cross-Country competitions. Students may also represent at higher levels including the College at Christian Schools Sports Association (CSSA), Combined Independent Schools (CIS), All Schools (NSW) and School Sport Australia (SSA) at a national level. Student sporting development outside of school is also encouraged and supported.
The College’s Fitness Centre, featuring state-of-the-art exercise equipment, allows students to participate in exercise before and after school.
STEM
At Oran Park Anglican College, our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) learning extends beyond the classroom through STEM and Coding Clubs. Students experience an extensive variety of activities including robotics, construction, puzzles, escape rooms and coding. Breakout spaces encourage curiosity, in addition to laptops and codable robots to ensure students are well equipped to expand their knowledge.
Christian Groups
Our Christian faith is the motivation to pursue excellence and wisdom within a safe environment that values positive relationships and service. OPAC students can further their understanding of God, the Bible and Christian life through weekly lunchtime groups:
- Crusader Union of Australia (CRU) Groups for Years 1 to 6.
- LIFE (Living in Faith Everyday) is a group for Senior School students exploring or growing in the Christian faith.
Clubs and Programs
Co-curricular clubs and programs at Oran Park cover a range of academic and environmental interests as part of our quest to make a lasting and valuable impact on every student’s future. Some of these include:
- Debating
- Duke of Edinburgh (DoE)
- Games and Chess
- Gardening
- Textiles
