Welcome to Geelong Lutheran College (GLC). This is a very special place where students can flourish, feel valued and know they are loved by God.
Geelong Lutheran College is a co-educational Christian school which educates 1,300 Kindergarten to Year 12 students each year across our two campuses:
- GLC St John's Newtown: 3-year-old Kindergarten – Year 6
- GLC Armstrong Creek: Prep – Year 12
Our vision is to be is a leading, innovative, Christ-centred learning community that inspires students to be caring, confident and creative citizens.
We are proud of our Lutheran traditions, values and approaches to learning that support the whole child. We believe every child who enters our gates, either at St John’s Newtown or the Armstrong Creek campus, is a child of God – uniquely made with a future that is bright and purposeful.
We are blessed with outstanding teachers, general staff, facilities and resources which support rich and innovative learning engagement both at school and beyond. We celebrate our diverse community, developing understanding and appreciation of the global context into which our young people will move beyond school.
Each year, we deliver a comprehensive transition program in both Prep and Year 7 which ensures students feel connected, safe and prepared for their next step at school. Orientation days, information packs, as well class mentors and class teachers all support the transition process.
We welcome you to attend our campuses at our next Open Day or College Tour mornings to see for yourself, the environment your child and family could join.
Sue Ellis
Executive Principal
About Lutheran Education
The Lutheran Education system is the second largest non-government system providing for over 40,000 students across Australia.
Lutheran Education has a long and proud tradition of education since 1839, springing from a strong Lutheran desire to educate their children within a Christian context. Lutheran schools, such as Geelong Lutheran College, provide an excellent education in a Christian environment where every individual is respected and appreciated. Our teachers are strongly committed to excellence in all learning areas of the Australian Curriculum.
Lutheran schools are inclusive, and cater for students from a wide-range of backgrounds.
GLC Executive Team
Geelong Lutheran College’s leadership team is comprised of Sue Ellis, Executive Principal, Paul Riddle, Business Manager, TBA, Head of Primary (GLC St John’s Newtown), Nicola Rule, Head of Primary (GLC Armstrong Creek) and Josh Symes, Head of Secondary (GLC Armstrong Creek).
Sue Ellis
Executive Principal
Paul Riddle
Business Manager
Jeanette Pelchen
Acting Head of Primary (GLC St John's Newtown)
Nicola Rule
Head of Primary (GLC Armstrong Creek)
Josh Symes
Head of Secondary (GLC Armstrong Creek)
