Headquarters:
21 Bridgman Dr, Reedy Creek, Qld 4227
Year founded:
1982
Number of employees:
510
Phone:
07 5593 4226
Email:
office@hillcrest.qld.edu.au
Website:
hillcrest.qld.edu.au
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/company/hillcrest-christian-college
Jeff Davis
Executive Head of College
Darren Rackemann
Head of P-12, Reedy Creek campus
Jason Day
Head of College Operations
and Improvements and International
Leadership
Jeff Davis is executive head of college at Hillcrest Christian College, providing strategic leadership across all areas of the College community. Passionate about educational excellence, innovation, and future-focused learning, he is committed to creating opportunities that empower students and staff to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Davis’s leadership fosters a culture of continuous improvement, strong relationships and a shared commitment to the College’s Christian values. Through a clear vision and collaborative approach, he has helped guide transformational initiatives that strengthen learning, wellbeing, and community engagement, ensuring Hillcrest remains at the forefront of contemporary education.
Executive Head of College
Jeff Davis
Darren Rackemann serves as head of college at Hillcrest Christian College, bringing extensive expertise in the middle learning years and a strong commitment to student-centred innovation. With a background in leading dynamic Years 5–9 learning environments, he has been instrumental in shaping Hillcrest’s RISE Program, a transformative model that empowers Year 9 students through real-world learning, character development and purposeful challenge.
Rackemann’s leadership reflects a passion for nurturing student agency, strengthening wellbeing and creating future-focused pathways. His vision continues to enhance Hillcrest’s reputation for delivering outstanding, Christ-centred education designed to help every learner flourish.
Head of P-12, Reedy Creek campus
Darren Rackemann
Jason Day is head of college operations and improvements and international at Hillcrest Christian College. He oversees a diverse portfolio focused on operational excellence, strategic improvement, and the growth of the College’s international programs. He is passionate about creating systems and processes that enhance the experience of students, families and staff, while supporting long-term organisational success.
Day’s leadership combines strategic thinking with a practical approach to implementation, ensuring innovation is translated into meaningful outcomes. Through his work, he helps strengthen the College’s capacity to deliver exceptional educational experiences for a diverse and growing community.
Head of College Operations and Improvements and International
Jason Day
Danni Foster-Brown
Head of Virtual Learning Community
and Future Learning
Danni Foster-Brown is head of the virtual learning community and future learning at Hillcrest Christian College. A recognised educational innovator, she leads the development of future-focused learning models that expand opportunities for students and staff.
Passionate about the transformative potential of technology, AI, and personalised learning, Foster-Brown has helped position Hillcrest as a leader in educational innovation. Through a commitment to creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, she supports initiatives that enhance student engagement, empower teachers and reimagine what learning can look like in an increasingly connected and digital world.
Head of Virtual Learning Community and Future Learning
Danni Foster-Brown
Joy Geyer
Associate Head of College
Joy Geyer serves as associate head of college at Hillcrest Christian College, bringing a deep commitment to people, purpose and educational excellence. She is recognised for her collaborative leadership style and her passion for nurturing a thriving school culture where students, staff, and families feel valued and supported.
Geyer plays a key role in shaping strategic initiatives across the College, while maintaining a strong focus on wellbeing, growth and community connection. Her dedication to fostering meaningful relationships and high-quality learning experiences contributes significantly to Hillcrest’s reputation as an innovative and values-driven educational community.
Associate Head of College
Joy Geyer
Christy Gittins
Head of Pedagogy and Professional Practice
Dirk van Bruggen
Company Secretary to the Board
Head of Foundation and Stakeholder Relations
Reverend Jeremy Clark
Senior Chaplain
Pam Chhabra
Manager – Residential Strata
Christy Gittins is head of pedagogy and professional practice at Hillcrest Christian College. She is passionate about empowering educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences through evidence-informed teaching and continuous professional growth. Gittins works closely with staff to enhance pedagogical practice, nurture innovation, and build a culture of reflective learning across the College.
Her leadership supports the development of teaching excellence while ensuring students benefit from engaging, high-quality educational opportunities. Through her commitment to professional learning and instructional improvement, Gittins helps shape a culture where both educators and students can flourish.
Head of Pedagogy and Professional Practice
Christy Gittins
Dirk van Bruggen serves as company secretary to the board and head of foundation and stakeholder relations at Hillcrest Christian College. He is dedicated to building strong partnerships that support the College’s vision and creating lasting impact for students and the wider community.
Van Bruggen’s work centres on two key areas: supporting the board in governance and processes as company secretary, and strengthening relationships with alumni, families, supporters, community organisations, and industry partners. Through thoughtful engagement and strategic collaboration, he helps foster opportunities that enhance educational outcomes and community connection.
Company Secretary to the Board
Head of Foundation and Stakeholder Relations
Dirk van Bruggen
Reverend Jeremy Clark serves as the Senior Chaplain at Arndell Anglican College, guiding the spiritual heartbeat and cultural ethos of the school community. Leading the Chaplaincy and Biblical Studies team, Reverend Clark is dedicated to the core mission of leading with faith. He oversees chapel services, supports student wellbeing, and implements a thoughtful biblical studies curriculum across all year levels.
Reverend Clark’s collaborative leadership fosters an authentic, respectful environment where students can explore the Christian faith, ask deep questions and grow into principled, compassionate leaders who are deeply grounded in their values.
Senior Chaplain
Reverend Jeremy Clark
Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
Commercial Manager
Stephen McMillan
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Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
Product Manager
Claire Watson
Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
Commercial Manager
Stephen McMillan
“We also maintain open lines of communication with advisers so they know what to expect and can plan accordingly”
Hayley Burgess, ANZ Bank New Zealand
“We’ve invested heavily in resourcing and process improvements to reduce friction and speed up approvals”
Hayley Burgess, ANZ Bank New Zealand
Hillcrest Christian College is a leading independent, co-educational Christian school located on the Gold Coast at Reedy Creek, Qld. Serving more than 2,000 students from Pre-kindergarten to Year 12, the College is recognised for its commitment to innovation, excellence and student-centred learning.
The College offers a diverse range of educational pathways, including its on-campus learning communities, as well as the award-winning Virtual Learning Community and RISE program, a community-embedded Year 9 beachside learning experience that reimagines education beyond traditional classroom boundaries.
