School expansion plans include demolition of nearby home owned by Exclusive Brethren-run school

The Orange City Council has received a development application proposing the expansion of OneSchool Global, a school operated by the Exclusive Brethren. The plan includes the demolition of a neighboring house at 249 Dalton Street to make way for a multi-purpose sports hall.

The school, which has been part of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church’s network since its opening in 2008, currently serves 109 students and employs 23 staff members. The proposed development aims to enhance the school’s facilities and support its continued growth within the Orange community.

The house at 249 Dalton Street was purchased by the school in August 2024 for $617,000. The development application outlines that the new sports hall will include a basketball court, storage areas, a canteen, and a cleaner’s room, with the potential for both school and community use. The proposal states that no additional students or staff are expected as a result of the expansion.

The estimated cost of the development is $2.29 million. The school’s leadership has emphasized that the project will refresh the site and reflect the institution’s ongoing commitment to the local community.

The school’s expansion aligns with broader efforts by the Plymouth Brethren to establish and maintain educational institutions that serve their congregations and the wider community. The project underscores the group’s focus on growth and development within their network of schools.

The development application highlights the school’s role in providing education and community engagement, reflecting a pattern of investment in infrastructure that supports both academic and social initiatives. The proposal is now under consideration by the Orange City Council.

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