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Meet Annette Cadwallader

With an extraordinary career spanning over four decades at Pacific Hills Christian School, Annette Cadwallader is a visionary leader in education and the performing arts. Her journey began in Special Needs education before expanding into leadership roles that have shaped the school’s Christian educational programs, both nationally and internationally.

Annette’s passion for creative and performing arts led to her appointment as Director of OneMaker Academy in 2016. Under her leadership, OneMaker Academy has flourished, providing students with opportunities to explore and develop their artistic talents within a Christ-centred environment. 

Beyond the classroom, Annette has dedicated much of her life to mission work. She has led numerous mission trips and fostered strong partnerships with organizations such as CMIAID in Moldova. 

Through OneMaker Academy, Annette remains committed to nurturing young artists, fostering excellence in the performing arts, and equipping students with skills that go beyond the stage.

About Us

Performing Arts Academy

OneMaker Academy (OMA) aims to build a community that will nurture, inspire and encourage creativity in all aspects of the Performing Arts with a strong emphasis on excellence in teaching and learning.

OMA is part of the operations and ministry of Pacific Group of Christian Schools and is focused on the development of the Performing Arts in the areas of music and dance.

OMA

Our Commitment

OMA is committed to providing a Christian community, founded on Biblically based beliefs and values that encourages learning, nurtures natural ability, cultivates creative expression and supports performance through Music and Dance. We believe that together, with God’s giftings, extraordinary things can happen.

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Our Logo

Our Logo consists of three pyramids coloured pink, blue and green. These three pyramids represent the three stages of progression.

EMBARK on the journey of Performing Arts

LEARN through knowledge and practice

ACCOMPLISH to bring rich rewards

Our Facilities

From daily rehearsals to full-scale productions, our facilities support every stage of the creative journey.

Students train and perform across three purpose-designed spaces, including our main studio, the Performing Arts Centre, and the Multi-Purpose Centre. These venues provide professional flooring, mirrored walls, ballet barres, adaptable music spaces, and stage areas that reflect real-world performance environments. Whether rehearsing in the orchestra studio or performing in front of a full audience, students experience industry-style spaces that elevate their learning.

OMA Studios

  Harlequin dance floor

  Movable mirrors

  Ballet barres

  Practice rooms

  Music tuition rooms

  Orchestra & band studio

Performing Arts Centre

  Mirrored stage wall

  Ballet barres

  Steinway concert grand piano

  Theatre lighting

  Timber floor stage

  460+ seats in amphitheatre configuration

Multi Purpose Centre

  Full length stage drapes

  6x12m stage with wooden sprung floor

  Intelligent theatre lighting

  Backstage wings and access

  Motorised FOH lighting truss

  Seating for up to 1400

    OMA Studios

    •  Harlequin dance floor
    • Movable mirrors
    • Ballet barres
    • Practice rooms
    • Music tuition rooms
    • Orchestra & band studio

    Performing Arts Centre

    •  Mirrored stage wall
    •  Ballet barres
    •  Steinway concert grand piano
    •  Theatre lighting
    •  Timber floor stage
    •  460+ seats in amphitheatre configuration

    Multi Purpose Centre

    •  Full length stage drapes
    •  6x12m stage with wooden sprung floor
    •  Intelligent theatre lighting
    •  Backstage wings and access
    •  Motorised FOH lighting truss
    •  Seating for up to 1000
    Employment

    Join our vibrant
    & supportive community

    We are passionate about inspiring the next generation through music, dance, and the performing arts. We're always on the lookout for dedicated and talented educators to join our team. If you have a love for teaching, a commitment to excellence, and a desire to make a difference in students’ lives, we'd love to hear from you.

    Current job openings are listed on the Pacific Hills Christian School website. We invite you to explore the available roles and take the next step toward joining our passionate and creative team.