Meet the Team
CEO
Our CEO, Marcel Rijken, leads ACS in partnership with the Board, providing strategic direction, strong governance and oversight of ACS member schools. With decades of experience in Christian education, Marcel brings a deep understanding of school operations, leadership development and the importance of faith-centred communities.
Marcel is no stranger to ACS schools, having served for many years as a principal within the organisation. Since 2007, he has been Principal of Temple Christian College, leading a large multi-campus community of over 1,200 students and 250 staff. His leadership is grounded in strong relationships with students, families and staff and a commitment to helping leaders grow into their God-given gifts.
Beyond ACS, Marcel has held senior leadership and governance roles across the education sector, including currently Chairing the National Council for Christian Schools Australia and holding the role of Board Member for the Association of Independent Schools South Australia. He holds postgraduate qualifications in educational leadership and divinity and was awarded Fellow of the Australian Council for Educational Leaders (SA) in 2025. Marcel is passionate about Christian education and fostering collaborative, thriving school communities.
SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM
The role of the Senior Management Team is to oversee the management of the ACS Schools as a united community of Schools under the ACS banner. Its role is to develop and monitor policy, standards, administrative processes and curriculum in each school
OUR PRINCIPALS
ACS BOARD
The ACS Board of Governors are responsible for establishing the overall vision and strategic direction.