Calcc
LEaders & Staff
At CalCC, our staff are committed Christians who feel personally called to serve our learning community and support our students to learn and grow.
They are dedicated to the care, nurture and education of each student and passionate about journeying alongside each one to help them reach their full potential.
They are role models to our students, speaking and acting in a way that honours God and reflects the values and ethos of CalCC.
They are here to support each student to develop a strong sense of personhood and belonging, so they graduate excited to take their place in the world and ready to make their unique contribution.
We believe that with Christ we flourish as individuals and as a learning community.
We seek God’s grace to live out our Christian faith with sincerity and integrity and to act with compassion and courage in our everyday lives.
It is our prayer that we will model these values and impart them to our students so they might go on to be part of creating a better world and a brighter future.
our
Leaders
Vince Wakefield
Principal
Over 25 years’ experience as an educator, including 15 years in transformative executive leadership. Specialising in Pedagogical Development, Teacher Professional Development, Middle Years, International Student Education and Culture Development. Passionate to see children develop a strong foundation for life and to reach for the stars both academically and personally.
Julie March
Head of Primary Learning Community
Passionate Christian educator with a strong focus on curriculum, teaching and learning. Committed to cultivating joyful, Christ-centred environments where both students and staff are inspired to grow and flourish. Brings energy, purpose and a faith-filled presence to each day and counts it a blessing to serve in such a vibrant and caring community.
Amber-Lee Donahoo
Head of Secondary Learning Community
Dr Donahoo is passionate about teaching eager minds, advocating for those in need and empowering others to thrive in their potential. In previous leadership roles she led the strategic portfolio for Inclusive Education and Differentiated Teaching and Learning, identified and tracked academically at-risk students, developed a range of programs to respond to the needs of curriculum areas and students, improved student outcomes and redesigned and implemented a Student Improvement Mentor program. Amber has a Doctorate of Philosophy in Neuroscience.
William Doble
Business Manager
William believes Christ-centred education is both a profound responsibility and an extraordinary opportunity — one that shapes not only young minds, but character, purpose and discipleship. He is deeply motivated by roles where faith, leadership and education intersect and is inspired to serve within a college community so clearly aligned with these convictions. He brings to his role a strong track record in strategic, operational and financial leadership, supporting the sustainable growth and effective stewardship of the College in service of its educational mission.
I like how teachers have integrity in admitting their mistakes, and never lose their cool. I like how they try to make a positive impact on our lives through their foundations for life and learning. I love their positive encouragement and the “I don’t stand for bullying” personalities of teachers and students.
– Samantha, Student
I love writing cards. Yesterday we wrote a card for someone who was leaving the school. We drew pictures and wrote a nice message. It made me feel good. I also like learning about animals and their habitats. I smile at people and if someone seems lonely, I ask them if they are okay to let them know someone cares.
– Eden, Student
CalCC is amazing because the teachers listen and help you when you need to ask questions. The students are friendly and make you feel comfortable when you start.
It’s fun because there are lots of fun afternoon sports you can join and create friends.
– Isaiah, Student