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Staff Welcome
Philip Heath
Director, Students and Family Services
“The events of the last year have emphasised what I have known about our students for a long time; they are incredibly good at adapting to change. This is a wonderful attribute to have and will serve them well as they move beyond school.
Our school staff have once again demonstrated just how hard working they are and the incredible lengths they will go to in order to achieve what is best for the students in their care. The way our staff care for our students is incredible.
The periods of remote learning and lockdown also showed the strength of the bonds we have with one another as a community. As I hear about experiences from other schools it is this type of rich connection with one another that is quite unique to St Paul’s. “I have been amazed by the resilience of our community and the creativity shown by learners. In the Junior School our parents were often joining in with the fun, including dressing up and setting up obstacle courses. I love how there was a sense of “we are in this together”.
Online events like our House Day and Book Week brought everybody across the community together. I think the regular communication from St Paul’s Principal, Mr Wake, was critical in making sure the community was aware of what was happening. I also know that the one-on-one chats that teachers had with parents were also so important to keep everyone feeling connected.”
Ian Brooker
Head of Junior School
I have been amazed by the resilience of our community and the creativity shown by learners... I love how there was a sense of “we are in this together”
St Paul’s Welcomes New Staff
Whether it is in the classroom, the office, or in the school grounds, each member of staff works to enhance the learning experience of our students and contributes to the collegial and caring Christian environment of St Paul’s.
Anthony Bonavoglia
Helpdesk Operator
Anne-Marie Nassif
EA to the Director of Business and Finance
Georgia Ongley
Secondary School Learning Enrichment Assistant