Launching in 2027, the Christway College Colac campus represents an exciting new chapter in Christian education for the region.
In partnership with Christian Family Church Colac, this new school aims to provide a high-quality, faith-based learning environment for local families. Building on Christway’s established reputation as a growing Prep–Year 12 college focused on strong character, academic excellence, and spiritual formation, the Colac campus will seek to nurture students to thrive in both purpose and potential.
Enrolments are now open as this exciting vision develops for a vibrant, Christ-centred educational community in Colac!
Christway College Colac
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Christway College Colac?
Christway College currently operates two established campuses in Kingston and Wyndham, with around 900 students learning across both campuses.
Christway College Colac is a new Christian school being established for families in Colac and the surrounding region. Our vision is to provide a high-quality, Christian education where every child is known, valued and encouraged to grow academically, personally and spiritually.
2. When will Christway College Colac open?
We are planning to open in 2027, subject to final approvals and registration requirements. Families are encouraged to enrol now.
3. What year levels will be offered?
Christway College Colac will begin by offering selected year levels and will grow progressively over time. Grades Prep to 4 are the most likely year levels, with the possibility of grades 5, 6, 7 and 8 if there is sufficient enrolments.
More details about our initial year levels will be announced as enrolments come in.
4. Where will the College be located?
The College will operate from the Christian Family Church Colac property in Cants Rd.
This will provide a welcoming starting point for our first students and families while we continue planning for the College's long-term future and growth.
5. Who can enrol?
We welcome applications from families across Colac and the surrounding region.
Christway College Colac is for families looking for an education that combines strong learning opportunities with a Christian worldview and values-based community.
6. Do we need to attend a church to enrol?
No. Families do not need to attend Christian Family Church — or any church — to apply.
We welcome families from across our community who are supportive of the College's Christian values and educational approach.
7. How much will it cost?
We are committed to making Christian education accessible and affordable for local families. Our proposed tuition fee is $3,000 per student per year, with further information about payment options and inclusions available during the enrolment process.
8. Is financial assistance available?
We understand that every family's circumstances are different.
We are planning a discounted fee for eligible Health Care Card holders, along with scholarship and financial assistance opportunities for families experiencing genuine financial need.
Our desire is to ensure that finances are not an unnecessary barrier for families who believe Christway College is the right fit for their child. Please contact us for details.
9. What makes Christway College different?
We believe education is about more than academic results.
At Christway College Colac, we want to help students grow in knowledge, character, confidence, faith and purpose. As a smaller and growing school community, we also have the opportunity to create an environment where students are genuinely known and where strong relationships with families matter.
10. How do I enrol my child?
Enrolments for Christway College Colac are now open!To find out more about the enrolment process, available year levels, fees and important information, visit our Christway College Colac campus website. christway.vic.edu.au/colac-campus
11. How large will classes be?
We anticipate smaller class sizes, particularly in our early years.This will help create a more personal learning environment where teachers can get to know students well and provide greater individual attention and support.
12. What are the future plans for the College?
We have an exciting long-term vision for Christway College Colac. The College will begin at its initial campus, which is expected to accommodate up to approximately 120 students, while we actively explore opportunities for future land and facilities that will allow the College to grow.
Our goal is not simply to become bigger, but to build a thriving school community that provides an excellent education and makes a positive difference in the lives of local families and the community.
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For more information, please visit our Christway College Colac campus website. christway.vic.edu.au/colac-campus
