In September 1982, the Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Adelaide adopted a recommendation that the Anglican Church act to ensure that all parents who wanted a Christian education for their children should have that chance. This led to the idea of a new Anglican coeducational school in the growing region to the south of Adelaide.
On 15 February 1988, the Reverend Dean Barker was appointed Principal of Woodcroft Anglican High School.
From our humble origins and an initial enrolment of 71 students in 1989, today Woodcroft College is a thriving community of over 1,420 students, 980 families and 185 staff offering ELC to Year 12.
Woodcroft College has a distinctive public identity.
This identity is underpinned by our Philosophy, and communicated via our Strategic Plan.
Each time we communicate with our audience, we have an opportunity to strengthen public awareness of our unique character and mission. The promise of academic excellence, a commitment to the Anglican traditions and many other distinct attributes of the College come alive in a real and meaningful way for people when they see our crest.
St Hilda of Whitby is the Patron Saint of the College and our colours of blue, gold and red are associated with our Patron Saint, with red being a seasonal colour of the church.
Our crest carries the College motto of “Persevera in Fide”, meaning persevere in faith.
Every interaction we have with a current, past or potential student, parent or staff member leaves an impression. Reinforcing our image or brand across all that we do helps to ensure these impressions have a positive impact.
Woodcroft College has distinctive visuals to convey our brand messaging, including:
1989
Woodcroft Anglican High School opened and it was then renamed Woodcroft College.
The College opened with 71students and eight staff members.
1991
House System introduced, Pedal Prix established and first Musical production (Joseph and His Technicolour Dreamcoat).
1993
Science facilities opened, the first Year 12 cohort graduated, and Year 6 and Year 7 classes introduced.
1994
Junior School opened. International Exchange Programs started, first trip to Germany.
1996
Three-storey building constructed.
1997
Three Pathways Program introduced in the Senior School – VET, SACE or IB. First International Exchange to Japan.
1999
Music Centre and Canteen opened.
2002
Year 9 Quest Camp introduced.
2005
IB Primary Years Program introduced.
2006
Gymnasium and Hospitality & Skills Centre opened.
2007
Main Administration and Junior School Building opened.
2009
Year 8 Building and Library opened.
2011
Primary Hall opened.
2017
Mr Mark Porter retired after nearly 28 years of service as Head of College.
2018
Mrs Shannon Warren commissioned as the third Principal of Woodcroft College.
2019
Celebrated 30 Years.
2020
Early Learning Centre opened.
Reception to Year 12
Bains Road, Morphett Vale SA 5162
Ph: +61 8 8322 2333
Email: [email protected]
Early Learning Centre
Farnsworth Drive, Morphett Vale SA 5162
Ph: +61 8 8381 0422
Email: [email protected]
ABN 93 970 982 732
CRICOS Provider Number 01645K
