2018 annangrove public school annual report · 2019-05-27 · organised activities for harmony day,...

Annangrove Public SchoolAnnual Report

2018

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Printed on: 27 May, 2019 of 13 Annangrove Public School 3719 (2018)

Introduction

The Annual Report for 2018 is provided to the community of Annangrove Public School as an account of the school'soperations and achievements throughout the year.

It provides a detailed account of the progress the school has made to provide high quality educational opportunities forall students, as set out in the school plan. It outlines the findings from self–assessment that reflect the impact of keyschool strategies for improved learning and the benefit to all students from the expenditure of resources, including equityfunding.

Paddy RichPrincipal

School contact details

Annangrove Public SchoolAnnangrove RdAnnangrove, 2156www.annangrove-p.schools.nsw.edu.auannangrove-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au9679 1303

Message from the Principal

2018 has been a busy year at Annangrove Public School and our students and teachers have enjoyed many rich andrewarding learning experiences. Our focus continues to be providing top quality education for all, whilst developing thewhole child. Staff have attended a wide range of Teacher Professional Learning (TPL) and have planned andimplemented a range of teaching and learning activites which have enabled students to challenge and explore theirthinking. We had an increase in the amount of students participating and achieving outstanding results in the Universityof NSW external competitions. Most students achieved a credit or higher.

Our NAPLAN results in both Years 3 & 5 continue to grow and be significantly above State average, as can be seen onthe 'My Schools' website. As a result of our results our students gain entry into a variety of State, Independent andPrivate schools.

Our school continues to focus on our 'Positive Behaviours for Learners' (PBL) program. This program is highly effectiveas the whole school community consistently works together to implement the behaviour strategies. Parents, staff andstudents work together to uphold our three expectations of Respect, Responsibility and Effort.

Throughout the year our school has had a strong involvement in the Small School's Learning Alliance'. Our school joinswith Arcadia, Middle Dural and Hillside Public Schools to jointly offer opportunities and experiences for our students. In2018 we initiated the first Small Schools Learning Alliance writer's festival and a joint fundraiser with a range of Science,Technology and Maths activites(STEM). These days proved to be an outstanding success for all students, parents, staffand our wider communities.

Our active and supportive parent body worked tirelessly to bring our community together and we see the benefits ofpartnering with parents to ensure our students are reaching their full potential for learning.

I am proud to be the Principal of Annangrove Public School and work with staff who are passionate about their studentsenjoying learning and providing them with opportunites to excel.

Paddy RichPrincipal


Message from the school community

Our aim throughout 2018 was to continue to build on the relationships formed between students, parents and teachers. Asense of belonging is what we have strived to achieve. Consultation with our families has seen us implement changes aswe continue to assess our family's needs.

Our team of volunteers worked tirelessly throughout the year to make our school an inviting and warm environment. Werely on these volunteers to assist us with our fundraising, open days, tours, in class support, canteen, uniform shop, bushcare and many other facets of day to day school operations. Thanks so much to our volunteers. We couldn't have done itwithout your support and hard work.

Fundraising is more than just providing resources for our school. It is also about developing a sense of belonging andworking together for a common goal, not only within the school community, but the surrounding communities as well. Wewill continue to foster new relationships and work with businesses, as local companies and small schools can achieveamazing results together.

Our teachers at Annangrove are beyond amazing. They have a wealth of knowledge, care and compassion towards all ofthe students and go above and beyond to assist all students. They are the driving force behind the amazing results wesee emerging from Annangrove Public School.

Our school Administrative and support staff are the backbone of our school. They are the wheels that keep us movingforward.

Through the events in 2018 our fundraising team managed to raise $9500. The main fundraiser for the year was anObstacool fun day, where we joined with three other local small schools. This was a wonderful day where our studentsand families could meet and enjoy the social interaction.

The P&C decided to start saving funds to put towards creating a new playground installation and upgrade of our presentequipment. This is an ongoing project and we were successful in receiving a Community grant. It is hoped the equipmentwill be installed in 2019.

An important goal of our P&C is to demonstrate to our children that helping others is an important as helping ourselves.The students fundraising efforts in 2018 contributed to Bandaged Bear, Westmead Children's Hospital and Droughtstriken farmers.

Sara RussellP&C President

Message from the students

2018 School Captains

Being a school captain in 2018 was a wonderful experience.

We feel we represented our peers and led with respect and responsibility.

During the year there were many opportunities for Public Speaking for us, as captains. We presented at many of ourschool events such as the Easter Hat Parade, Book Week Parade, Presentation Day and the Carols Night. It was also ahonour to represent the school and lay a wreath on ANZAC day for the local community Anzac commenorative service.

Year 6 fundraising was always a fun thing to be part of and organising different events was fun and rewading. As well asrunning fundraisers for the school we organised a 'Hero's & Villains' day to raise funds for drought stricken farmers. Weorganised activities for Harmony Day, for all students K–6. We also organised a successful fundraising activitiy to supportWestmed Children's Hospital.

One of the memories I (Isabelle) am most proud of as captain is that I faced my fears and went to leadership camp onmy own. At first it was daunting, but I soon made new friends and got involved with everything and learnt many skills tohelp me along in my leadership role.

We loved our 7 years at Annangrove, and it will always have a special part in our hearts. We will cherish the memoriesand friendships that we have made along the way.

Isabelle Lewis & Elle Johnson2018 School Captains


School background

School vision statement

Annangrove Public School provides quality education that engages, motivates and supports all students, to reach theirfull potential as successful learners.

At Annangrove we are dedicated to creating a dynamic and engaging community through collaborative planning, forstudents to be respectful and responsible global citizens for the future.

School context

Annangrove Public School is a semi–rural school located in the Hills Shire. Our school has been delivering qualityeducation for more than 120 years in a unique bush setting.

The school provides an extensive, well–balanced curriculum. There is a high level of expertise amongst educators atAnnangrove Public School and a strong focus on all Key Learning Areas. Students develop the general capabilities, vitalfor their participation as future learners, which include critical and creative thinking and working collaboratively to problemsolve.

The students have access to extra–curricular activities, both in and out of school hours. We celebrate studentachievements through a broad range of school and community events and performances.

The school is well equipped, with the latest technology, that allows teachers and students to access information andmanipulate computer programs that enhance teaching and learning. Students have the opportunity to enjoy flexiblelearning spaces within classrooms that allow them options for maximising their engagement with each other and thecurriculum.

Annangrove is a proud member of the Small Schools' Learning Alliance, (SSLA). This enables staff to share expertiseand resources across schools with similar educational contexts. Students enjoy social, sporting and academic eventswhich lead to lasting friendships and strong bonds, as our students move into High School. Our parents and communitymembers are also part of this Alliance, combining with other P&C's to organise joint fundraisers and social events.

The parents and carers of Annangrove Public School unite with staff in positive partnerships to improve the learningexperiences for their children. An active P&C body exists. Members from all facets of our school community are involvedin key decision making, as valuable contributors in our consultative processes.


Self-assessment and school achievement

Self-assessment using the School Excellence Framework

This section of the Annual Report outlines the findings from self–assessment using the School Excellence Framework,school achievements and the next steps to be pursued.

This year, our school undertook self–assessment using the School Excellence Framework. The framework supportspublic schools throughout NSW in the pursuit of excellence by providing a clear description of high quality practiceacross the three domains of Learning, Teaching and Leading.

The results of this process indicated that in the School Excellence Framework, Annangrove Public School is achieving in'Sustaining and Growing'

Learning

In the domain of Learning, the school's self assessment is consistent with the evidence presented and overall, we are'Sustaining and Growing'.

Teaching

In the domain of Teaching, the school's self assessment is consistent with the evidence presented and overall, weare'Sustaining and Growing'.

Leading

In the domain of Leading, our school's self assessment is consistent with the evidence presented and overall, we are'Sustaining and Growing'.

Our self–assessment process will assist the school to refine our school plan, leading to further improvements in thedelivery of educational outcomes to our students.

For more information about the School Excellence Framework:

https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching–and–learning/school–excellence–and–accountability/sef–evidence–guide


Strategic Direction 1

Successful learning for all.

Purpose

To ensure all students are motivated to learn, experience success and make progress through learning, that ischallenging and targeted to individual need, and which is situated in authentic and meaningful contexts.

To participate in high quality professional learning, that engages staff in developing evidence based teaching practices,promotes quality teaching and learning programs delivered at a consistently high standard, and develop a collegialculture.

Parents become aware of teaching and learning styles and work collaboratively as partners in their child’s education.

Overall summary of progress

Teachers at Annangrove know their students well and are committed to ensuring all students achieve their potential. Thishas been achieved through creating and maintaining safe, inclusive and challenging learning environments, educationalopportunities for all students have been improved. Students engaged in meaningful learning experiences and work toensure student achievement.

Teachers participate in focused Professional Learning, engaging them in creating positive teaching and learningactivities, differentiating the curriculum and sharing their expertise and knowledge with other staff.

Our students continue to meet and achieve well above school and State benchmarks. This has been clearly reflected inthe high level of achievement in NAPLAN, as well as our school based data over the past several years.

Progress towards achieving improvement measures

Improvement measures(to be achieved over 3 years)

Funds Expended(Resources)

Progress achieved this year

• Increased percentage ofstudents performing in the top 2bands of NAPLAN assessments. • Increased percentage ofstudents achieving at or aboveexpected cluster levels on theLiteracy /Numeracy LearningProgressions. • Classroom programs andpractices indicate evidence ofdifferentiation and integrationacross the curriculum.

Professional LearningOpportunities have beenaccessed costing $2500

Casual relief – $3000

Whole staff trained in the 'Seven Steps toSuccessful writing'

Goals from PDPs relate to the Strategic Directionsin our school plan.

Working with staff from Small School's LearningAlliance (SSLA) to build and share knowledge andexpertise.

Next Steps

Students and staff to incorporate goal setting, learning intentions and success criteria through our whole school approachto 'Visible Learning'.

All staff to attend Teacher Professional Learning based on Visible Learning, Feedback, Formative Assessments.

Staff strengthen their capacity to develop classroom cultures with high expectations, data informed practice and effectivefeedback.

Provide high quality Professional Learning in Literacy and Numeracy to support the introduction of the LearningProgressions and our Writing targets.


Strategic Direction 2

Build collaborative partnerships with all sections of the school community.

Purpose

To foster active and strategic collaborations with the school’s broader community and to share educational expertise andinnovation, to enrich the learning of staff and students.

To maximise student learning success and wellbeing by working in partnership with parents, carers and the Annangrovecommunity.

To continue to develop and strengthen positive relationships through our involvement in the Small School’s LearningAlliance.

Overall summary of progress

Our school is well connected with its community and has strong and lasting relationships with a range of organisations.The school communtiy has high expectations of student acheivement and the importance of working collaboratively topromote future focused learning. Parents activitely engage in information sessions which are planned to further theirunderstanding of how students learn and how they can support their child's education.

The Small Schools' Learning Alliance (SSLA)– comprising of Middle Dural, Arcadia and Hillside Public Schools andAnnangrove Public School provide opportunities for staff, students and the community to connect and provide additionalcurriculum and extra curricula opportunities, professional learning and social events.

Progress towards achieving improvement measures

Improvement measures(to be achieved over 3 years)

Funds Expended(Resources)

Progress achieved this year

• Survey data indicate thatparents affirm the school’sstrategic directions andprocesses of consultation andcollaboration in relation toplanning. • Survey data indicates staff,parents and students value theconnection between the SSLAand Gcos. • Survey data indicates thatparents affirm the school'sstrategic directions andprocesses of consultation andcollaboration in relation toplanning. • Well attended parentinformation sessions andcommunity forums that informparents regarding trends ineducation and how to activelysupport student achievement.

Our school strategic directions and school planwere discussed at several staff meetings andparent forums before the final copy was published.

School data clearly indicates the importance andvalue that staff, parents and students place on ourinvolvement in the Small Schools' Learning Allianceand the success of the combined activities we haveoffered throughout the year.

We actively participated in a joint fundraiser with thefour schools. Principals were successful in gainingsponsorship for this event. All four schools recordedhealthy profits, collectively raising over $10,000jointly.

We planned combined sporting carnivals andinitiated the SSLA Writer's Festival. This event hadvisiting authors and Illustrators working with classesfrom across our SSLA. This event was highlysuccessful and was a productive way of workingtowards achieving our combined target.

Parents actively engaged in information sessions,leading to an increased understanding about howstudents learn.


Next Steps

To continue to engage with the school community to ensure it has a clear understanding of our strategies and why weimplement the programs that we have in place. We will continue to invite feedback from parents and include them indecision making where possible.

Use a variety of electronic and social media to inform parents and community members , ensuring awareness and activeinvolvement in school activites.

Initiate school and SSLA projects to increase opportunities for community involvement in school programs andbroadening the effectiveness of communication within the wider community.

Strengthen the Transition to school process, including promotional materials and Open days.


Key Initiatives Resources (annual) Impact achieved this year

Aboriginal background loading • Aboriginal backgroundloading ($2384)

This has been a wise decision to combine thefunding from our Key Initiatives to employ aSchool Learning Support Officer (SLSO) foran extra day per week, for targeted supportfor students with additional needs.

English language proficiency • English languageproficiency ($2057)

Purchasing English resources .Combining thefunding from our Key Initiatives to employ aSchool Learning Support Officer (SLSO) foran extra day per week for targeted support forstudents with additional needs.

Low level adjustment for disability Low Level Adjustment forDisability ($4255)

We had additional fundsremoved from this section.

Highly effective use of money and resources.

Combining the funding from our KeyInitiatives to employ a School LearningSupport Officer (SLSO) for an extra day perweek for targeted support for students withadditional needs.

Quality Teaching, SuccessfulStudents (QTSS)

Quality Teaching,Successful Students.($14,784)

Funds were used to employ specialist teacherin Literacy and Numeracy to support andreinforce classroom programs.

Socio–economic background • Socio–economicbackground ($11,422)

Highly effective use of joint money topurchase further teacher time, targetingspecific students.

Combining the funding from our KeyInitiatives to employ a School LearningSupport Officer (SLSO) for an extra day perweek for targeted support for students withadditional needs.

Support for beginning teachers Not in 2018

Targeted student support forrefugees and new arrivals

Not in 2018


Student information

Student enrolment profile

Enrolments

Students 2015 2016 2017 2018

Boys 35 41 41 43

Girls 30 32 31 41

Student attendance profile

School

Year 2015 2016 2017 2018

K 95.5 95.5 95.6 94.2

1 94.3 95.7 94.8 92.9

2 91.6 96 95.2 94.2

3 93.7 93.3 89.3 94.9

4 94.3 90.9 85.6 94.6

5 95.1 94.2 92.1 91.8

6 95.4 89.8 87.2 89.4

All Years 94.1 93.9 92.2 93.1

State DoE

Year 2015 2016 2017 2018

K 94.4 94.4 94.4 93.8

1 93.8 93.9 93.8 93.4

2 94 94.1 94 93.5

3 94.1 94.2 94.1 93.6

4 94 93.9 93.9 93.4

5 94 93.9 93.8 93.2

6 93.5 93.4 93.3 92.5

All Years 94 94 93.9 93.4

Management of non-attendance

Students at Annangrove Public School have regularattendance at school. Most students, when absent fromschool return to school with a note from theirparents/caregivers explaining their absence fromschool. Staff are vigilant in ensuring all absences areexplained.

Students who are absent from school for more than twodays are contacted by the school office, requesting anexplanation of absence.

Students who have a long period of unexplainedabsences are referred to the Principal, who thencontacts the Home School Liaison Officer.

Workforce information

Workforce composition

Position FTE*

Principal(s) 1

Classroom Teacher(s) 3.48

Learning and Support Teacher(s) 0.1

Teacher Librarian 0.2

School Administration and SupportStaff

1.61

*Full Time Equivalent

All teaching staff meet the Professional requirementsfor teaching in NSW Public Schools. There arecurrently no Indigenous staff employed at AnnangrovePublic School.

Teacher qualifications

All teaching staff meet the professional requirementsfor teaching in NSW public schools.

Teacher qualifications

Qualifications % of staff

Undergraduate degree or diploma 100

Postgraduate degree 50

Professional learning and teacher accreditation

Professional Learning plays a significant role atAnnangrove Public School as evidenced within ourStrategic Directions. Staff participated in StaffDevelopment Days throughout the year, as a part of theSmall Schools' Learning Alliance. Staff attendedProfessional Learning each fortnight, staff lead TPLafter attending external training.

All teaching and Administration staff successfullycompleted mandatory Professional Learning. Ourschool spent approximately $8000 on TPL throughout2018.

Financial information

Financial summary

The information provided in the financial summaryincludes reporting from 1 January 2018 to 31December 2018.


2018 Actual ($)

Opening Balance 118,539

Revenue 933,603

Appropriation 885,938

Sale of Goods and Services 0

Grants and Contributions 46,480

Gain and Loss 0

Other Revenue 0

Investment Income 1,185

Expenses -898,966

Recurrent Expenses -898,966

Employee Related -803,537

Operating Expenses -95,429

Capital Expenses 0

Employee Related 0

Operating Expenses 0

SURPLUS / DEFICIT FOR THEYEAR

34,638

Balance Carried Forward 153,176

In 2018 we effectively used funds to implementeducational programs put in place through our strategicdirections. We resourced classrooms with learningmaterials and resources, along with release time forteaching staff to assist planning quality teaching andlearning activities.

Financial summary equity funding

The equity funding data is the main component of the'Appropriation' section of the financial summary above.

2018 Actual ($)

Base Total 755,178

Base Per Capita 13,923

Base Location 0

Other Base 741,256

Equity Total 30,529

Equity Aboriginal 2,384

Equity Socio economic 11,422

Equity Language 2,057

Equity Disability 14,666

Targeted Total 0

Other Total 15,662

Grand Total 801,369

Figures presented in this report may be subject torounding so may not reconcile exactly with the bottomline totals, which are calculated without any rounding.

A full copy of the school's financial statement is tabledat the annual general meetings of the parent and/orcommunity groups. Further details concerning thestatement can be obtained by contacting the school.

School performance

NAPLAN

In the National Assessment Program, the results acrossthe Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 literacy andnumeracy assessments are reported on a scale fromBand 1 to Band 10. The achievement scalerepresents increasing levels of skillsand understandings demonstrated in theseassessments.

From 2018 to 2020 NAPLAN is moving from a papertest to an online test. Individual schools are migrating tothe online test, with some schools attempting NAPLANon paper and others online.

Results for both online and paper formats are reportedon the same NAPLAN assessment scale. Anycomparison of NAPLAN results – such as comparisonsto previous NAPLAN results or to results for studentswho did the assessment in a different format – shouldtake into consideration the different test formats andare discouraged during these transition years.

Year 3 NAPLAN – Literacy 100% of all Year 3students in Reading achieved the Premier's Prioritytargets. 100 % of all Year 3 students achieved in thetop 2 bands in Spelling and Reading.

Our Year 3 students achieved above State average inall areas. In Grammar and Punctuation our studentsscored 138.2 above State average. In Reading our


students scored 140 above State average. In spellingour students scored 111.5 above State average. Inwriting our students scored 28.8 above State average.

Year 5 NAPLAN – Literacy 85.7% of all Year 5students achieved Premier's Priority target in Reading.100% of all Year 5 students achieved in the top threebands in Spelling , Reading , Grammar andPunctuation. Our Year 5 students achieved above Stateaverage in all areas. In Grammar and Punctuation ourstudents scored 70.7 above State average. In Readingour students scored 85.8 above State average. InSpelling our students scored 88.6 above State average.

The My School website details information and data fornational literacy and numeracy testing. Go tohttp://www.myschool.edu.au to access our school data.

Year 3– Numeracy 100% of our Year 3 studentsachieved in the top two bands of the NAPLAN tests,achieving the Premier's Priority. Our Year 3 studentsachieved above State average in Numeracy. Ourstudents scored 138.2 above State average.

Year 5 Numeracy 100% of our Year 5 studentsachieved in the top three bands of Numeracy NAPLANtest. Our Year 5 students achieved above Stateaverage in Numeracy. Our students scored 44.3 aboveState average.

The My School website detials information and data fornational Literacy and Numeracy testing. Go tohttp://www.myschool.edu.au to access our school data.

The My School website provides detailed informationand data for national literacy and numeracy testing. Goto http://www.myschool.edu.au to access the schooldata.

No Aboriginal students sat the NAPLAN testing inYears 3 or 5 at Annangrove Public School in 2018.

Parent/caregiver, student, teachersatisfaction

Our school regularly seeks opportunities for feedbackfrom the school community and it ensures that anyfeedback is shared with all key stake holders.

In Literacy, we surveyed parents, students and staffabout our writing programs, especially theimplementation of "Seven Steps to Successful Writing'.Parents felt they had little knowledge of our writingprograms, but had a deeper understanding andknowledge of some components within the program.

Our students have a clear understanding of thecomponents of the writing program. They had anunderstanding of the components , but needed further

teaching and learning activities to embed them intotheir daily writing.

100% of staff agreed their training on 'The Seven Stepsfor Successful Writing' was highly motivating andproductive. They introduced the program into theirclasses and worked through the steps. They allbelieved they would continue to use the program andextend their students knowledge and use of theprogram.

Policy requirements

Aboriginal education

Our school is committed to improving the educationaloutcomes and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander students. Our policy aligns with theDepartment of Education's Aboriginal Education Policy.All programs delivered within the school promote thestudents' understanding of culture and cultural diversity.Our school supports the Aboriginal Education Policyrequirements by utilising targeted funding to engageadditional support staff, developing specific teachingand learning programs and support plans to increasestudent outcomes.

Multicultural and anti-racism education

Our school prides itself on promoting respectfulrelationships and a deep understanding of all citizensbeing part of one world. Our Mulitcultural andAnti–racism policies are based on the Department ofEducation's policies.

Our Harmony Day celebrations are a wonderfulexample of how staff and students join together tocontemplate the notions of peace and harmony andhow they can be achieved in our world. These activitesare organised and planned by our school captains andleadership team. The activities involve all studentsacross our school.

Through our Wellbeing and Discipline policies we havea strong and highly effective PBL (Positive Behavioursfor Learners) which enables our staff to embedanti–racism and build on respect, tolerance andinclusion for all. We have an ARCO staff member whodeals with any racial issues that may arise across our

Other school programs

Public Speaking

In 2018, Stages 1 to 3 participated in our PublicSpeaking competition. This is an important element inour school curriculum. Our teachers, parents andstudents all value this program, as it developsconfidence and enhances the students voiceproduction. The winners of our 2018 Public Speakingcompetition were: • Stage 1 – Isabelle Barnes • Stage 2 – Liam Greene


• Stage 3 – Elle JohnsonGifted & Talented Education

Throughout 2018 our school offered a wide array ofenrichment activities across the school. Theseincluded: • University of NSW tests • 'Kids teaching Kids' • Junior clubs • Enrichment days • Maths Problem Solving

Our students achieved outstanding results in theUniversity of NSW competitions. A high proportion ofour students scored High Distinctions, Ditinctions andCredits. Wonderful results for our school.

Gardening

2018 was a very productive year for our Year 2 and 3students. In small groups our students prepared gardenbeds ready for planting. Students were amazed at theseedlings raised from tiny seeds. They recorded theamount of water and plant growth and kept detailedplant information and data. The students grew,zucchini, lettuce, tomatoes, beetroot, spinach, snowpeas and pumpkins. They cooked their produce andshared meals with the class. The best crop was ourpumpkins, numbering over fifty. Some of our producewas sold to visitors at our Easter celebrations.


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