2019 Annual School Report to the Community
St Marys Primary School Dubbo
25A Wheelers lane, Dubbo 2830 [email protected] www.stmarysdubbo.nsw.edu.au (02) 68 82 4790
Principal Mr Luke Wilson
S O : M K G C
Principal's Message
On behalf of our school community, I am happy to present the 2019 Annual Report. St Mary’s is a wonderful school and our school vision statement is evident in all aspects of school life. Our school has a strong culture with a focus on learning and living out the gospel values.
As well as the innova ve and contemporary learning and teaching prac ces in the classroom, there were many addi onal and valuable extra-curricular ac vi es and programs that took place in 2019 and I am thankful to the staff and parents who coordinated and organised them. 2019 has been a very exci ng year with our school Rugby League, Deba ng, Netball, Girls Soccer and Chess teams winning regional compe ons.
I commend the Parents and Friend's Associa on for their hard work and dedica on in suppor ng our school and the teaching and support staff for their professionalism, dedica on and care and always working together to achieve the best learning outcomes for all students. As Principal I am thankful to all members of our school community for your support, involvement and hard work. May we con nue to live our school mo o “Christ is My Light” by our words and ac ons.
Parish Priest's Message I am happy to say that St Mary’s is an example of what Catholic schooling should look like.
Luke Wilson has a wonderful team of professionals who work collabora vely to ensure the best teaching and learning outcomes. Whether in the playground or the classroom there is a sense of respect, happiness and kindness. There is no major improvement over the last year but a consistent effort to maintain the high standards that are part of the St Mary's culture.
Prayer, medita on and the presence of Christ are given priority - from Monday morning assembly to daily classroom me. All staff strive to model Jesus' forgiveness and compassion and students grow in this culture over their schooling years.
Staff are encouraged and indeed are keen to engage in professional development and there is no sense that they 'rest on their laurels'. The whole range of learning abili es are encouraged to achieve and I think this is reflected not only in summa ve assessments such as NAPLAN but in the small achievements that are celebrated and acknowledged in all areas.
Fr. Greg Kennedy
Parent Body Message
We began the year by welcoming new families into St Mary’s at our annual BBQ and Parent Informa on Night. The night was well a ended and a great way for new families to meet others and join our school community. We had a small but dedicated Commi ee who worked together to make our two main fundraisers; the Easter Raffle and the Colour Explosion Run, both fun ac vi es for our community and good fundraisers. I am grateful and privileged to have a commi ed and energe c P and F Execu ve Team - Sarah Cooke (Secretary) and Terry Seton (Vice President) for their support, leadership and energy. There have been many others behind the scenes. I am grateful for your contribu on. The School and our community are rewarded with your efforts.
Michael Craze
P and F President
Student Body Message
In 2019 at St Mary’s Primary School it has been an extremely successful year with numerous opportuni es for the students. Thank you to the generous and commi ed staff.
This year there was been a number of significant achievements such as: Under 12 Rugby League - All School NSW Champions
Under 10 Rugby League - All School NSW Runners Up
Dubbo Catholic Schools Deba ng Champions
Girls Football - Western Sydney Wanderers Challenge Cup - Western Region Champions
Rugby League - Russell Richardson Cup Winners
Rugby League - David Peachey Shield Winners
Winners - Western Region Chess Compe on
School Athle cs Carnival - Champion House - Marina
School Swimming Carnival - Champion House - Aloysius
Anne e Storer Shield - Winning House - Aloysius. Class Line Award 2019 - 1B Year 6 Ministers 2019 S T : S F
St Marys Primary School is a Catholic systemic Co-Educa onal School located in Dubbo.
St. Mary’s is a two-streamed primary school located in the central west of NSW. At the me of the School Census (August 2019), the student popula on was 413 with 25 Teaching staff and 16 non-teaching staff employed in the school. The school is an integral part of St Brigid's Parish and part of the Diocese of Bathurst. Catholic values and tradi ons are taught in a formal religious educa on program. The school opened in 1910 and was staffed by the Sisters of Mercy.
To improve student learning there is a focus on Literacy and Numeracy by the implementa on of the following programs: Literacy and Numeracy Support in Years 1 and 2, the DIBELS literacy assessment program, strategies to support students following results of the 2018 NAPLAN, Mul lit and Prelit Literacy Programs, QuickSmart Maths Years 4 - 6, Mathle cs Program, implementa on of the CEDB Phonics program in Kinder to Year 2, and Personalised Learning Plans for Indigenous students. Students also par cipate in spelling, deba ng and interna onal school compe ons.
Other extra programs and ac vi es include the Sacramental Programs, liturgies, eisteddfod, school, diocesan and PSSA Spor ng Compe ons and Carnivals, School Band, Music and Instrumental Program, Grandparents’ Day, Grade Excursions, the Gerard Yeo Shield.
Pastoral care ini a ves include the Buddy System Year 6 and K, Year 5 and Year 1 where the senior students in our school provided friendship and support for a younger buddy. The Peer Support Program which operated for all students from K - Year 6 and School Counselling Service by Centacare under a program ini ated by the CEDB.
The P and F Associa on meet regularly and organise the Easter Raffle, Fun Fair, Colour Explosion Run, Working Bees and other community events. All classes use iPads and Chromebooks to enhance the learning opportuni es for our students.
We are constantly upgrading our school facili es to ensure that we are providing our students with the tools that they need in order to thrive in the 21st century. The two large Covered Outdoor Learning Areas and Mul -Purpose Hall provide excellent opportuni es to enhance student learning. There is a basketball court, cricket nets, netball court as well as large open playing fields and large play equipment and a huge sandpit for the younger students. The garden club consis ng of interested students maintained our vegetable garden, compost bin and the worm farm.
There is a newly developed outdoor learning area that is situated near our Music/Drama classroom has proved to be a popular addi on to our playground.
We have a school canteen that operates five days a week. This is a canteen operated with the assistance of parent volunteers. S T : S P
Student Enrolment The School caters for students in Kindergarten to Year 6. Students a ending this School come from a variety of backgrounds and na onali es. The following informa on describes the student profile for 2019:
Girls Boys LBOTE* Total Students
204 206 16 410
* Language Background Other than English
Enrolment Policy The school enrolment policy has been developed in the context of government, system and parish requirements. Children from families who are prepared to support the ethos and values of the Catholic Church may be considered eligible for enrolment. Total fees are made up of the Diocesan school fee, the Capital Works Levy and local fees and charges.
Detailed informa on about enrolment at the school is available from the school administra on office. CEDB Enrolment Policy is available from the CEDB website: www.bth.catholic.edu.au.
Student A endance Rates The average student a endance rate for 2019 was 92.77%. A endance rates disaggregated by Year group are shown in the following table.
A endance rates by Year group
Kindergarten 92.90%
Year 1 92.40%
Year 2 93.50%
Year 3 93.10%
Year 4 92.60%
Year 5 92.80%
Year 6 92.10%
Managing Student Non-A endance Regular a endance at school is essen al if students are to maximise their learning. The School, in partnership with parents, is responsible for promo ng the regular a endance of students. While parents are legally responsible for the regular a endance of their children, school staff, as part of their duty of care, monitor part or whole day absences.
School staff, under the Principal’s leadership, support the regular a endance of students by: providing a caring teaching and learning environment which fosters students’ sense of wellbeing and belonging to the School community;
maintaining accurate records of student a endance;
recognising and rewarding excellent and improved student a endance;
implemen ng programs and prac ces to address a endance issues when they arise. The Principal is responsible for suppor ng the regular a endance of students by ensuring that: parents and students are regularly informed of a endance requirements and the consequences of unsa sfactory a endance;
all cases of unsa sfactory a endance and part or full day absences from school are inves gated promptly and that appropriate interven on
strategies are implemented;
documented plans are developed to address the needs of students whose a endance is iden fied as being of concern;
the Execu ve Director of Schools (or designated CEDB Officer) is provided with regular informa on about students for whom chronic non-
a endance is an issue and for whom School strategies have failed to restore regular a endance. S F : S P
The following informa on describes the staffing profile for 2019:
Total Teaching Staff* Total Non-Teaching Staff Combined Total
26 15 41
* This number includes 12 full- me teachers and 14 part- me teachers.
Percentage of staff who are Indigenous 5%
Professional Learning The ongoing professional development of each staff member is highly valued. Professional learning can take many forms including whole school staff days, subject specific in services, mee ngs and conferences and a range of professional learning programs provided by Catholic Educa on Diocese of Bathurst. The School takes responsibility for planning, implemen ng, evalua ng and tracking of its staff professional learning and individual staff members take responsibility for their ongoing professional development. All teachers have been involved in professional learning opportuni es during the year related to improving student outcomes.
The School held the equivalent of five staff developments days this year with areas of focus as follows:
Term 1 Spelling Mastery Twilight, Maths Scope and Sequence
Term 2 Wri ng and Grammar
Term 3 First Aid CPR Twilight
Term 4 PDHPE twilight, DIBELS analysis
2019 saw an ongoing focus on the teaching of English and Maths at St Mary's Primary in our professional development. The school was lucky enough to be supported by two highly accomplished "cri cal friends" Anita Chin (Maths) and Sarah McDonagh (English) who have led us through a process of reviewing current prac ce and implemen ng change to enhance student learning in these two vital areas.
Teacher Standards The following table sets out the number of teachers who fall into each of the three categories determined by the New South Wales Educa on Standards Authority (NESA):
Teacher Standards Percentage of Teachers
1 Graduate Teachers 9%
2 Proficient Teachers 91%
3 Highly Accomplished and Lead Teachers 0% S F : C L R E
Catholic Schools have a unique role in the evangelising and educa ng mission of the Church. As a key ministry of parishes and the diocese, Catholic schools encourage and support parents in their responsibility for the faith forma on of their children. This forma on is supported by prayer and opportuni es to par cipate in the life, mission and liturgy of the broader Catholic community.
The School follows the Diocesan Religious Educa on Curriculum and uses the student textbooks To Know, Worship and Love, as authorised by the Bishop of Bathurst.
“St Mary’s Primary strives to be a welcoming Christ-centred community that promotes a quality holis c educa on and trus ng rela onships in a caring and suppor ve environment” (School Vision Statement).
Our school Vision and Mission Statement are evident in various ways throughout the school.
We celebrate and value our faith, quality educa on, St. Mary’s history and tradi ons, school and religious, and being a Catholic community and links with St. Brigid’s Parish.
Staff gather once a week for prayer and par cipate in an annual spiritual forma on. This year we joined other Catholic schools in our diocese fait conducted led by the Lasallian team. Staff always take the opportunity to a end religious in-services that are organised by the Catholic Educa on Diocese of Bathurst.
Children pray regularly throughout the day. Students from Years 3 to 6 a end retreats aimed at strengthening peer rela onships, building self-esteem, teamwork, social skills and leadership skills. Liturgies are usually held in the school hall or around the cross which serves as a gathering point and prayer focus. We endeavour to make this cross a sacred space through the consistent use of sacred symbols; the cross, the Bible, the school candle and banners, and liturgical cloths which are relevant to the par cular liturgy.
Every grade and our Year 6 Religion Ministry prepare liturgies throughout the year. Special liturgies are held to celebrate a special event, feast day or purpose such as Easter, Advent, the Missions, St. Mary’s Birthday, NAIDOC Week, Remembrance Day.
Religion is formally taught daily in lessons that range from 30 to 40 minutes in dura on. Catholic values encompass all of our teaching and learning ac vi es across all Key Learning Areas throughout the school day. The curriculum for religion lessons comes from the Diocesan Religious Educa on Curriculum. In 2018 teachers undertook a self-review process on Religious Educa on focusing on the component “Teaching in this Catholic School” as part of the Diocesan Quality Catholic Educa on Framework.
St Mary’s students prepare for their sacraments through parish-based sacramental programs for Reconcilia on, Eucharist and Confirma on. In this way, the students of St Mary’s undertake their sacramental prepara on with children from the St Brigid’s Parish encompassing the Catholic and State schools in Dubbo.
Children par cipate in a variety of fundraising ac vi es for chari es which provide assistance on a local, na onal and interna onal level. In 2019 the school community raised $1375 for Caritas through our Lenten Project Compassion Appeal, $310 for Catholic Missions, $654 for the Winter Warmth Appeal and contributed 28 large hampers to the approximate value of $1800 for the Vinnie's Christmas Hampers. S S : C
The school provides an educa onal program based on, and taught in accordance with the NESA syllabuses for Primary Educa on. The Key Learning Areas (KLAs) are English, Mathema cs, Science and Technology, Human Society and its Environment, Crea ve Arts and Personal Development, Health and Physical Educa on. In addi on, the school implements the curriculum requirements of Catholic Educa on Diocese of Bathurst. School effec veness is monitored by the Quality Catholic Educa on self review process and through regular school reviews conducted by CEDB personnel. Staff members are commi ed to con nuous improvement of teaching and learning in all facets of the curriculum.
The school provides an educa onal program based on and taught in accordance with NESA syllabuses for Primary Educa on. There is support for teachers by ongoing professional development with the implementa on of the Na onal Curriculum. There is also a focus on professional learning communi es.
This year we adjusted our exis ng Scope and Sequence in Maths, the teaching of spelling, grammar and comprehension skills in literacy further developed our collabora on prac ces.
A number of Learning Support Programs exist within the school including The Literacy and Numeracy Support Program for Year 1 and 2 students, Mul lit and Prelit Programs and the Mathema cs Interven on Program QuickSmart to assist targeted students in Years 4 - 6.
The school constantly u lises technology and ICT to promote and improve teaching and learning and provide ongoing support to staff. Other learning and academic programs include chess compe ons, Dubbo Catholic Schools Deba ng Compe on, Eisteddfods and Interna onal Schools Compe ons. Students competed successfully in the Interna onal Schools Compe ons organised by the University of NSW.
Co-curricular programs include the NSW Premier’s Reading Challenge for students in Years 1 - 6, the Peer Support Program, The Buddy Program, Music Tui on, School Choir and par cipa on in the Dubbo City Eisteddfod.
In Sport, there are programs that students undertake including daily fitness ac vi es, Dubbo Primary Schools Sports Associa on Summer and Winter Sports Compe ons for Years 4 - 6. Students in Years 3 - 6 also had the opportunity to compete at Diocesan, Polding, State and Na onal Compe ons in various sports such as Tennis, Basketball, Touch Football, So ball, Swimming, Netball, Athle cs, Cross Country, Hockey, Rugby Union, Rugby League, Soccer and Cricket. Students also par cipated in numerous gala days in various sports including Rugby League, Rugby Union, Netball and Soccer. Our school Year 4 and 6 Rugby League Teams went through two gala days undefeated and won the Russell Richardson Cup and David Peachey Shield for the second year in a row. Our Under 12 Rugby League team were the All Schools NSW Champions and our Under 10 team were runners up. Our Girls Football team were regional champions of the Western Sydney Wanderers Challenge Cup and made the quarter-finals at the Sydney round. S S : S P S -W T E
The Na onal Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is an annual assessment for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. NAPLAN assessment results provide valuable informa on about student achievements in literacy and numeracy. An analysis of these results assists School planning and is used to support teaching and learning programs.
The tables below show the percentages of students who achieved par cular skill bands in numeracy and the aspects of literacy. The School results shown are compared to students na onally. Literacy is reported in four content strands (aspects): Reading, Wri ng, Spelling, Grammar and Punctua on. Numeracy is reported as a single content strand.
% of students in the % of students in the NAPLAN RESULTS 2019 top 2 bands bo om 2 bands School Australia School Australia
Grammar and Punctua on 52.50% 56.70% 6.60% 10.80%
Reading 55.90% 52.80% 6.80% 10.70%
Year Wri ng 54.10% 50.90% 1.60% 6.20% 3 Spelling 45.90% 47.90% 6.60% 13.20%
Numeracy 66.70% 39.60% 3.30% 12.10%
% of students in the % of students in the NAPLAN RESULTS 2019 top 2 bands bo om 2 bands School Australia School Australia
Grammar and Punctua on 40.00% 34.20% 20.00% 17.00%
Reading 36.70% 37.10% 15.00% 12.40%
Year Wri ng 8.30% 16.90% 13.30% 19.10% 5 Spelling 23.30% 33.90% 21.70% 13.70%
Numeracy 25.40% 29.00% 22.00% 14.00% S E : P C W
Student Welfare Policy
St Mary’s aims to provide pastoral care and student welfare through the following strategies: The con nual focus on Gospel values which are ac vely promoted at a classroom and whole school level.
The Restora ve Jus ce Program
The Buddy System which comprises both Year 6 and K and Year 5 and Year 1
Peer Support Groups. Peer Support Sessions cover topics rela ng to An Bullying Programs and posi ve rela onships at school and in the
wider community.
Peer-Led Daily P.E where Year 6 students are given the responsibility of leading mul -age groups in a variety of fitness and ball skills-building
ac vi es.
Our par cipa on in Community Visits. All of the grades at St Mary’s are assigned a community organisa on who they visit at least once a year.
Centacare Counselling Service for students and staff.
Children are rewarded for their posi ve contribu ons to the school community in a number of ways.
Merit awards.
Student of the Week awards.
Ci zenship Awards which are given out each term.
Mary’s Birthday Awards.
House points for good behaviour in the playground or in the classroom. There were no changes made to the Student Welfare Policy in 2019.
Catholic Educa on Diocese of Bathurst ensures each school has a Student Welfare or Pastoral Care Policy. This policy guides the school community in establishing a safe and suppor ve environment in which all students thrive to reach their poten al. Student welfare and student learning are intrinsically linked and fostered by the collabora ve endeavours of staff and parents and community.
The full text of the School's Pastoral Care Policy may be accessed on the School's website or at the administra on office.
Discipline Policy Each school in Catholic Educa on Diocese of Bathurst has a Discipline Policy. This policy is developed to encourage and foster posi ve rela onships and behaviours among members of the school community. The policy details the processes the school undertakes to foster behavioural change in individuals who require assistance with specific behavioural areas. This policy may also include the rights and responsibili es of members of the school community.
Corporal punishment is expressly prohibited in this School. The School does not sanc on administra on of corporal punishment by School persons and non-School persons, including parents, to enforce discipline in the School.
At St Mary's Primary, we aim to provide a framework for welfare and discipline which: Encourages students to develop self-discipline and sense of worth, to respect the rights and feelings of others and to take responsibility for
their own ac ons.
Ensures students, staff and parents clearly understand the school expecta on of student behaviour.
Establishes a set of protocols for dealing with unacceptable student behaviour.
Promotes the pastoral care of all students.
Provides a unified whole school approach. The school has developed a comprehensive Student Discipline Policy based on the Gospel values. Important aspects are the area of Restora ve Jus ce and posi ve reinforcement, the House Award System and Levels of Consequences for inappropriate behaviour. In 2017 Whelan House won the Anne e Storer Shield for the most points earned on the Class House Charts.
No changes were made to the Student Discipline Policy in 2019.
The full text of the School's Student Discipline Policy may be accessed on the School's website or at the administra on office.
An -Bullying Policy The Diocese of Bathurst has a Discrimina on, Harassment and Bullying Policy which guides the school’s An -Bullying Policy. The policy provides a framework for school communi es to work together to prevent and address issues of student bullying, in order to build respec ul rela onships that respond effec vely and sensi vely to the needs of each person in the school community. No changes were made to the policy this year.
The full text of the An -Bullying Policy may be accessed at the administra on office.
Complaints and Grievances Resolu on Policy The Diocese of Bathurst has a Complaints Guideline which is implemented by our schools. This document recognises that from me to me, misunderstandings and differences of opinion occur, and need to be resolved sa sfactorily. Addressing such ma ers within a framework of dignity, respect and truth can provide powerful opportuni es to model the love of Christ in the reality of our contemporary world. No changes were made to the policy this year.
The full text of the Complaints Policy may be accessed on the School’s website, or the administra on office.
Ini a ves Promo ng Respect and Responsibility
St. Mary’s undertakes many ini a ves to promote respect and responsibility. Ac ons taken in 2019 include: Peer Support Program involving students from Kindergarten to Year 6
Student Representa ve Council - Years 1 - 6
Buddy System Year 6 and K, Year 5 and Year 1
Year 3 Friendship Day
Year 4 Self Esteem Day
Year 5 Team Building Excursion
Year 6 Leadership responsibili es.
Grade Community visits to Holy Spirit, St. Mary’s Villa, Orana Gardens, Dubbo Nursing Home, Westhaven and Bracken House.
Year 6 Student Leadership Program.
The Restora ve Jus ce Program.
Promo ng a “quote for the week” with a focus on respec ng others and being responsible.
Ci zenship Awards.
Merit Awards, Student of the Week Awards, Mary’s Birthday Awards, School House Awards.
The school’s par cipa on in ANZAC Day Celebra ons and Dubbo Lantern Parade.
Students par cipated in charity events such as the Vinnies Winter Warmth Appeal, Catholic Mission Appeals and Caritas Project Compassion
as well as their class chari es. These ac vi es, events, programs, and awards give students the opportuni es to demonstrate responsibility, respect for others and raise awareness of others within the school and wider community. S N : Q C E
The School implements Catholic Educa on Diocese of Bathurst Bathurst Quality Catholic Educa on Framework (QCE) which outlines the processes and benchmarks for crea ng the culture and prac ce of con nuous improvement with students as the focus.
Each year, the School develops an Annual Improvement Plan indica ng the intended key improvements for student learning outcomes. The plan is drawn from the School’s Strategic Improvement Plan. The School engages in an annual evidence-based evalua on of its effec veness against standards in collabora on with the Consultant to Schools.
Key Improvements Achieved in 2019 Assessed and reviewed components; Quality Catholic Educa on (QCE) Teaching in this Catholic School QCE 2.3 Planning Programming and
Evalua on, Pedagogy and Teaching Prac ce and QCE 3.3 Strategic Leadership and Management
Built awareness of Christ-centred learning and leadership capacity within the staff, students and parents through faith forma on framework.
Reviewed, updated and implemented the new Maths Scope and Sequence.
Consolidated exis ng prac ces on the teaching of Reading through ongoing implementa on of Phonics and Guided Reading.
Developed agreed prac ce around the teaching of spelling across K to 6.
Priority Key Improvements for 2020 Review of exis ng Maths Lesson structure. Provide professional development for staff with “cri cal friend” Anita Chin who will lead staff
through the development of a 5 step lesson.
Provide professional development for staff with “cri cal friend” Sarah McDonagh to consolidate and sustain the implementa on of the literacy
block.
Enhanced collabora on to reflect and review effec ve teaching prac ces in Wri ng.
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The opinions and ideas of parents, students and teachers are valued and sought. Their sugges ons are incorporated into planning for and achieving improved outcomes for students. This year, the School has used a variety of processes to gain informa on about the level of sa sfac on with the School from parents, students and teachers.
Parent Sa sfac on Responses - 128
SD - Strongly Disagree D - Disagree U - Unsure A - Agree SA - Strongly Agree
CATHOLIC LIFE
An atmosphere of care is a feature of our school
SD - 0% D - 1% U - 3% A - 36% SA 61%
Parents are ac vely involved in the life of the school
SD - 0% D - 1% U - 4% A - 39% SA 56%
Students are provided with a safe and suppor ve learning environment
SD - 0% D - 1% U - 9% A - 46% SA 44%
Student management procedures are fair and effec ve
SD - 1% D - 4% U - 7% A - 54% SA 34%
LEARNING AND TEACHING
I am well informed about my child's progress
SD - 0% D - 2% U - 9% A - 43% SA 46%
Student achievement is appropriately recognised
SD - 1% D - 5% U - 6% A - 50% SA 38%
Student learning needs are effec vely addressed
SD - 0% D - 4% U -8% A - 39% SA 38%
The school places a high priority on academic growth and progress
SD - 0% D - 2% U - 13% A - 48% SA 37%
The school promotes a heathy ac ve lifestyle
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 3% A - 49% SA 48%
LEADERSHIP FOR SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT
The school establishes a strong improvement agenda
SD - 0% D - 3% U - 15% A - 51% SA 31%
The school is posi vely perceived in the local community
SD - 0% D - 2% U - 5% A - 37% SA 56%
Student Sa sfac on Responses - 8 (School Leaders)
SD - Strongly Disagree D - Disagree U - Unsure A - Agree SA - Strongly Agree
Caring for each other is important at our school
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 29% SA 71%
School management procedures are fair and effec ve
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 14% SA 86%
Our school places a high priority on student learning SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 75% SA 25%
Student achievement is appropriately recognised
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 25% SA 75%
School grounds and facili es are safe and well maintained
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 50% SA 50%
Our school has a plan to support us in learning and well being
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 25% A - 50% SA 25%
Teacher Sa sfac on Responses 27
SD - Strongly Disagree D - Disagree U - Unsure A - Agree SA - Strongly Agree
CATHOLIC LIFE
Parents are ac vely involved in the life of the school
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 33% SA 67%
Students are provided with a safe and suppor ve learning environment
SD - 0% D - 5% U - 3% A - 41% SA 56%
The school has a clear iden ty as a Catholic school in the community.
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 22% SA 78%
LEARNING AND TEACHING
Parents are well informed about their child's progress
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 56% SA 44%
The school has a well developed educa onal program with a high standard of teaching across the school
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 41% SA 59%
Student data informs teacher prac ce
SD - 0% D - 0% U -8% A - 52% SA 41%
The school places a high priority on academic growth and progress
SD - 0% D - 4% U - 7% A - 30% SA 63%
The school promotes a heathy ac ve lifestyle
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 0% A - 37% SA 63%
LEADERSHIP FOR SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT
The school establishes a strong improvement agenda
SD - 0% D - 4% U - 7% A - 30% SA 59%
Planning for change and improvement is well informed by current research
SD - 0% D - 0% U - 11% A - 45% SA 44% S E : F S
Income Expenditure
15.6% 23.1%
18.2%
64.1%
73.8%
■ Commonwealth Recurrent Grants (64.1%) ■ Capital Expenditure (3.2%) ■ Government Capital Grants (0%) ■ Salaries and Related Expenses (73.8%) ■ State Recurrent Grants (18.2%) ■ Non-Salary Expenses (23.1%) ■ Fees and Private Income (15.6%) ■ Other Capital Income (2.1%)
This School Financial Informa on is based on the detailed informa on provided to the Commonwealth Government in the Commonwealth Financial Ques onnaire.
Notes 1. Commonwealth Recurrent Grants include recurrent per capita grants and special purpose grants.
2. Government Capital Grants includes all capital grants received from the Commonwealth and State Governments.
3. State Recurrent Grants includes recurrent grants per capita and special purpose grants.
4. Fees and Private Income include school based fees, excursions and other private income.
5. Other Capital Income includes capital funded through the central Capital Fund.
6. Capital Expenditure includes expenditure on School Buildings, and Plant, Furniture and Equipment.
7. Salaries and Related Expenditure include all salaries, allowances and related expenses such as superannua on and workers compensa on
insurance.
8. Non-Salary Expenses include all other Non-Salary Recurrent Expenditure covering resources, administra on, opera onal expenses, u li es,
repairs and maintenance.