At Cornerstone Christian School, students Learn, Serve and Grow in God
A journey from Year 1 to 13 grounded in faith
School
Prospectus
Verse of the Week
Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends. Revelation 3:20 NLT
Principal's Message
Nau mai, haere mai ki te kura o Ihu Karaiti te Kamaka!
Welcome to Cornerstone Christian School! It is my absolute pleasure to introduce you to CCS, a place that I love dearly. Situated in the fast-growing northern suburbs of Palmerston North, our school provides a balanced Christian education where we deliberately focus on the holistic development of each child – or more simply, their discipleship.
We believe that “learning to live the way that God wants us to live” happens through a partnership between school, family and faith. Ultimately, our desire is for every Cornerstone student to come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and develop their own relationship with God.
Chris Mitchell
Principal
LEARN | Ako whakairo
Academic Pathways
We are committed to growing a rigorous culture of learning, based on an understanding of truth as revealed in the whole counsel of Scripture and encounter with the Living God.
From our Cornerstone Preschool right through to Year 13, CCS provides a seamless educational journey grounded in biblical truth and academic excellence.
Preschool
(Early Years)
A nurturing, play-based introduction to learning in a Christian environment.
Primary
(Years 1–6)
Building strong foundations through Christ-centred, joyful learning.
Middle School
(Years 7–10)
We provide a top Christian education that equips the whole person for leadership, work, and service.
Senior School
(Years 11–13)
Equipping students for success in NCEA and life beyond school, with personalized learning pathways and leadership opportunities.
SERVE | Āwhina
Beyond the Classroom
We seek to provide an excellent Christian education where the whole person is equipped for leadership, work and service through developing a servant heart in every student.
As purposeful opportunities are provided for leadership, service and missions, our students learn to put others first and use their talents for God’s glory.
From the Primary and Secondary Student Councils to our Tribe (house) leadership program, from older students mentoring younger buddies to community service projects – there are countless ways to serve at CCS.
GROW IN GOD | Kupu ki te Atu
Christian Character
Cornerstone Christian School is committed to Growth: The ongoing process of conforming our ways, words, and character to those of Jesus Christ.
We desire that every student deepens their faith and character during their time with us. Biblical principles are woven through every subject and activity. Daily devotions, worship and prayer are integral parts of our school routine. As students mature, we provide age-appropriate faith formation – from foundational Bible stories in primary, to robust Christian worldview discussions in middle school, to our Christian Living homeroom program in the senior school that prepares students for life beyond CCS.
