Founded in 1975, Donvale Christian College provides quality Christ-centred education in a caring environment through a well-balanced curriculum and dedicated Christian teachers.
Facilities: The college is situated in suburban Donvale in a 15.4-hectare bush setting, complemented by modern, well-resourced facilities that include primary and secondary libraries, gymnasium, an information technology complex and specialist secondary areas.
Curriculum: The primary curriculum caters for the child’s individual needs. There are specialist teachers for Art, Music, Physical Education and Science, as well as a special needs teacher. Excellent computer facilities are available. The secondary curriculum offers a range of traditional and modern subjects, designed to give students maximum higher education and vocational opportunities. Careers advice and a work experience program complement a range of subjects such as Art, Christian Studies, English, Geography, Graphic Communication, German, History, Home Economics, Mathematics, Music, Science, Information and Communications Technology, Design, Food Technology, Physical Education and Outdoor Education. An individual laptop program operates for all students in the secondary school. A wide range of subjects is offered at VCE level. Excellent VCE and tertiary entrance results have been achieved.
Sport: Sporting activities are conducted through the Eastern Independent Sports Association.
Extra-curricular activities: These include orchestra, bands, choir and ensembles and musical productions. The Donvale Dunkers Basketball Club operates at DCC.