Dear Parents and Students,

As Principal I would like to welcome you to our school.
Normanhurst West Public School is an important part of an established residential area which places great emphasis on the importance of providing a friendly, safe and secure environment with a strong community focus. 

 

Parents value the school's commitment to high educational standards and the opportunities offered for students to participate in a wide range of cultural and sporting activities. The community recognises the value of the school's green park-like setting and is committed to maintaining a physical environment conducive to an effective learning atmosphere. 

At Normanhurst West Public School we believe that the following essential values are necessary if it is to achieve excellent outcomes in a positive, motivating and caring environment: 
  Each student is individual and important and is best motivated in a positive caring environment;
  Active participation, appropriate incentives and recognition of achievement develop self-esteem; and
  Parents and teachers are essential partners in the ongoing education of their children. A relationship of mutual interest, support and cooperation is essential.

If you would like any further information regarding Normanhurst West P.S. please contact the main office to make an appointment. Being a very proud school Principal I am always happy to talk about our school.

Brent Kunkler B.Ed, M. Ed, M.A.C.E.

School Parking

This is a topic that I regularly revisit several times during the year. With our growing student numbers the safety aspect of traffic flow and parking around the school is increasing. Please ensure that you park safely and only within designated parking areas. No parent of a Kindergarten to Year Six student is allowed to park on site without special permission from me.  The safety of all our students should be utmost in our minds.

Home School Communication

One of several reminders I will give during the year about the importance of having good home school communication. A very big part of the communication is the newsletter that is sent home on Thursday of every week. Please ensure that you read it from cover to cover.

Teachers, school executive and myself are all very happy to talk with parents regarding your children’s education. All that is asked is that an appointment is made so time can be set aside to discuss any issues.

As much as possible my door is always open. Excellent home school communication is a very important part of achieving the best possible learning outcomes for your children

Home - School Communication

The importance of good home – school communications to improving student learning outcomes is undeniable. It is also very important to communicate with the best person to help solve your questions. The following will give you some direction.

  • Classroom Teacher: always the first and best person to speak to regarding academic progress, social or behavioural concerns, class policy and procedures.
     
  • Assistant Principals: If the question relates to a specific issue that is outside of the classroom, any questions regarding specific grade or department programs, concerns that have not been resolved by speaking with the classroom teacher or queries relating to teaching and learning within the classroom.
Assistant Principal K - 2 Mrs H Georgiou
Assistant Principal 3-6:  Mr G McLaren
Assistant Principal: Special Programs Mrs G Liston

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  • Administration and Finance: Office
School Administration Office: Mrs S Shears
School Administration Office: Jenny Thomson, Wendy Bright, Heidi Nelson

 

President: Rob Ellis
 Secretary: Belinda McMahon
   
   

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  • Parents and Citizens Association: P&C
President: Miriam Mulcahy
Secretary:  


 

  • Principal: Any issues that relate to the whole school, child protection and student welfare, governance and management, financial and budgeting, community, concerns relating to teachers, issues that have not been resolved through discussions with the classroom teacher and /or the Assistant Principal.

 Any issues you may have are best dealt with quickly. Make an appointment to see the appropriate person. They will be able to give you the correct answer or find it out. There is nothing more confusing than discussing your concerns or questions with people who do not know all the facts.

B. Kunkler
 Principal