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Education is a partnership between school and home. When a student joins Encounter, their whole family becomes part of our community, walking alongside us in a shared journey of learning, faith, and growth and we take this very seriously. It truly does take a village to raise a child and Encounter sees itself as a critical part of your child’s village.

At Encounter Lutheran College, we value learning that goes beyond the classroom. Through hands-on, outdoor experiences and a carefully designed camp and outdoor education program that spans from Foundation to Year 12, students build confidence, resilience and a love for learning in real-world environments.

Our stunning location in Victor Harbor is more than just a backdrop—it’s an extension of the classroom. With a focus on environmental sustainability and outdoor learning, we encourage students to connect with nature, care for the world around them, and develop a lifelong appreciation for the environment. Having acquired 69 acres of land adjoining our original campus, we now have an evolving opportunity to create a legacy for future generations of Encounter through various revegetation projects.

Learning at Encounter is engaging, relevant, future-focused and globally-oriented. We offer a broad curriculum that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving, with specialist programs in performing arts, environmental stewardship and athlete development.

Encounter is part of a thriving network of Lutheran schools across Australia. Our Christian worldview is at the heart of everything we do, fostering a caring and inclusive community where students are nurtured in love, grace, and service.