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PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
Dear Parents, Staff and Students
This report outlines South
Ballajura Primary School’s
performance, operations and
activities throughout 2017
and gives parents and the
wider community a variety
of information about our
great school. I am very proud
of the achievements of the
school in 2017. This would
not have been possible if not
for the teachers and staff,
students, families, P&C, School Council and many
volunteers who worked together to provide numerous
opportunities for our students to fulfil their potential
and to experience some very special and memorable
moments along the way.
Success for all Students
Throughout 2017, we strived to continue to provide a
safe and caring learning environment for students
and staff. Non-academically the school was able to
provide opportunities for our students to shine in
leadership roles; and art, music, dance, drama and
physical education activities. Our talented students
enjoyed a range of fun, challenging and rewarding
experiences including the:
WA Jump Jam Championships where our three
teams were recognised with Excellence
Certificates. As well, the “A Team” was overall
runner-up champions in the “Strictly” category.
21 Year 6 Prefects and Faction Leaders were
enthused and challenged at the leadership
conference held at the Perth Convention Centre.
Year 3-6 students were able to develop their
creativity, talents and interest in a five week
Tuesday Afternoon Programs (TAPs) which
included activities such as learning guitar,
cooking, gardening, tennis and debating.
Year 3-6 students ably presented Singing,
Drumming and Signing items at the Ballajura
Community Fair and Ballanjarra Choirfest.
Year 6 Kerem Adventure Camp provided the
stimulus for physically and intellectually
challenging games and team problem solving
activities. Over the two nights and three days the
students grew in confidence and made many
positive friendships.
Children who are natural runners, have well
developed ball skills and enjoyed working in a
team environment excelled in the Winter Sports
and Summer Athletics Carnivals.
As a Campus (South Ballajura Primary School and
South Ballajura Education Support Centre) the staff
collaboratively updated our integration policy to
further enhance inclusive opportunities and a sense
of belonging for all our students.
To support students with speech delay two speech
therapists were employed to work with Kindergarten,
Pre-primary and Year 1 students. In all, 28 students
benefited from this intervention program.
Over Term 1, the school leaders and staff updated
the Student Behaviour and Wellbeing Policy so that it
aligned to the Department of Education’s latest
policy. This policy recognises the importance of
building positive relationships, making students feel
confident and optimistic and encouraging them to
make good choices. We continued with the “You Can
Do It—Your 5 Keys to Success” and implemented the
whole school bullying program “Stop, Think, Do” with
its emphasis on conflict resolution.
Staff are to be congratulated on their positive
collaboration in developing whole school teaching
approaches, which included intervention programs,
scope and sequence guides and automaticity of key
concepts and skills through warm ups and explicit
teaching strategies.
The National Assessment Program in Literacy and
Numeracy (NAPLAN) results, compared to like
schools indicated that the performance of our
Year 3 students performed above like schools level in
Writing. Year 5 students performed at like school
level for Numeracy and above like schools level in
Spelling, Writing and Grammar and Punctuation.
High Quality Teaching
In 2017, a number of talented classroom teachers
shared their best teaching practices with colleagues
by planning, modelling, coaching and providing
feedback to staff. These collaborative processes
consolidated the whole school approach to using
Warm Ups to develop automaticity; Mathematics
problem solving and rational thinking was taught to
LEARNING TOGETHER—GROWING TOGETHER
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
develop student knowledge and skills; Guided
Reading to improve comprehension; and iPad Apps
assisted with learning Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills and un-
derstandings.
Staff embraced the teaching of the specific content
of the WA Curriculum with the specific focus on
implementing the new Geography and Digital
Technologies learning areas.
As well, the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework
and National Quality Standards (for the Early Child-
hood Years—Kindergarten to Year 2) guided our daily
practices.
Outstanding collaboration between the Education
Assistants, classroom Teachers and the Deputy
(Curriculum) ensured that the targeted intervention
plans for individuals and small groups, substantially
improved the learning outcomes of these students.
Building Community
In 2017 the school continued to actively seek ways
to enhance student learning and wellbeing by
partnering with parents, families and the wider
community. The following are some of our successful
partnerships:
Playgroup WA assisted in establishing our
Tuesday morning Playgroup for up to twelve
families;
The City of Swan Harmony Day Festival linked our
Drumming, Performing Arts, Signing and
Jump Jam clubs with the local community
by allowing them the opportunity to perform in
front of a very large audience;
Woolworths Ballajura supplied a team of helpers
and fresh fruit to feed our students following the
annual Walk Safely to School Day;
Ballajura-Malaga Rotary, through their Quiz Night
provided a fun social night for staff and much
needed funds for school equipment;
YSafe, a local company endorsed by eSafety
Commission, led cyber safety workshops for
parents, staff and students. A return visit is
scheduled in 2018;
Two discos organised by the P&C and supported
by staff and parents gave our students a safe and
fun opportunities for our children to meet up with
friends and enjoy a night out;
Our School Chaplain successfully organised
a parents and family with morning tea following
each class’ assembly item. Visitors not only
enjoyed the assembly but had the opportunity to
meet the class teacher and Principal and have
the students show their work;
84% of our families attended Open Night.
Feedback was very positive with everyone
enjoying the Year 1 performance and the
opportunity to visit classes and the informal chat
with the class teacher; and
We have continued to build relationships with the
Ballandjarra Schools Network. This relationship
has been characterised by:
Pro v id in g p ro fess i ona l lea rn in g
opportunities for our staff and students in
Mathematics, Science and Digital
Technologies;
The Principal and Deputy regularly attending
network meetings; and
Selected Year 5 & 6 students participating
in after school STEM programs at
Ballajura Community College.
Thank you to the wonderful, hardworking P&C
Executive and School Council for your commitment to
the school and always looking at ways to benefit our
students.
I hope that by reading this report you gain an
appreciation of the hard work and deep commitment
of the staff, students and families of our school, who
collaborate to ensure that South Ballajura Primary
School remains an outstanding learning
environment.
Frank Scarfone
Principal
LEARNING TOGETHER—GROWING TOGETHER
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Harmony Day – “Everyone Belongs”
Possibly the best Harmony Day assembly! Parents,
family members, staff and students were treated to a
spectacular showcase of nations and talent. The
assembly had students welcome everyone in their
native tongue, African drumming, an Indonesian
bamboo dance, signing, performing arts, Jump Jam
and the whole school sing “Under the Southern
Cross”. This was followed by a fantastic turn out for
this year’s City of Swan Community Harmony Day
Fair. Drumming Club, Signing Club and Jump Jam
Clubs were greatly supported by the parents/carers
and students, which was fantastic to see. The
weather started out rather gloomy but, fortunately,
the rain stayed away. The performers were simply
brilliant. What talented students and amazing staff!
Walk Safely to School Day
Fortunately the weather held off for
us this year and it was fabulous
having sizable groups of students,
siblings, parents and staff walking
together from various meeting points around our
campus and converging on the undercover area. We
were very appreciative of the local Woolworths team
providing and serving fresh fruit on our arrival.
Biggest Morning Tea
Thank you to all Campus staff
for supporting this event, Thursday 25 May, to raise
funds for much needed ongoing cancer research.
Most families and friends have been touched by
cancer. Special thanks to Mrs Bev Field, Mrs Jenny
Quigley and Mrs Natalie Harney for organising the
special morning tea and to all the staff that provided
the yummy food.
Ballajura-Malaga Rotary Quiz
Congratulations to our fabulous group of campus
parents and staff, as well as their families and
friends, who braved the elements to attend the Balla-
jura-Malaga Rotary Quiz night on Saturday 20 May, at
BCC. Our nine tables certainly created a great sense
of community team spirit and FUN at this annual
fundraising event. Our table of wonderfully inclusive
primary and specialist teachers set the scene with
their eye-catching hats for the largest South Ballajura
Campus contingent ever. Congratulations to our P&C
parent who rallied her own table of clever friends and
came a close second.
Go Blue for Autism Day
Our Go Blue for Autism Day celebration, Tuesday 30
May, brought the whole Campus community together
in raising awareness of autism. At the assembly, we
could see a sea of blue colour as staff and students
dressed in a wide variety of blue. TA05 & TA07
treated us to a beautiful song, “I Love My Life” by
Robbie Williams, and a Performing Arts group
presented an informative and moving skit on
accepting people who are different. At recess and
lunch time TA14 and TA17 ran enterprising stalls,
selling handmade craft items and raising money for
Autism research.
LEARNING TOGETHER—GROWING TOGETHER
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Pirate Day
On Thursday 8 June, many of the children and staff
embraced the Pirate Day P&C initiative to raise funds
for Child Brain Cancer Research. While those who
dressed up in pirate gear had lots of fun, the gold
coin donation is an investment in childhood cancer
research. $234.00 was raised.
After School Sports
Lawn Bowls WA instructors along with Campus staff
Mrs Green, Miss Hamid and Mr Buckner ran a seven
week indoor bowls program at the school. Each
Wednesday and Thursday, after school in Term 2, up
to 20 students rolled biased balls at a range of
targets, a “jack” or tried for a “hole in one”. As well
as learning new skills, the children had lots of fun.
YIRRA YAAKIN THEATRE COMPANY INCURSION
On Thursday 15 June, we were very fortunate to have
the Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company attend our school
for a wonderful incursion. Their performance was
interesting and very engaging. The students enjoyed
listening to the stories and watching the actors
perform.
My best part was when the snake constantly knocked
down the tree and made funny noises. Dylan TA1
My best part was when a giant was chasing the lady
with the stars in her hair because he wanted them.
Tai TA1
My best part was when the blue tongued lizard got
his blue tongue. Kanato TA1
My best part was when the giant was drinking the
water and he was pretending that he wasn’t doing it.
It was funny! Angel TA1
My best part was when Levi, the Echidna without
spikes, was hiding all the food and water from the
other animals under the mat. Mahlee TA1
National Tree Planting Day
We were delighted to be able to continue our
National Tree Planting Day tradition on Friday 28 July
with Mrs Rita Saffioti, MLA, who provided a beautiful
Magnolia. Fortunately the rain held off enabling our
Campus leaders and TA1 and TA16, Year 2 students
to participate. The Year 2 students will be able to
look after the tree and watch it grow and bloom over
the next four years.
Mrs Saffioti is now also the Minister for Transport, so
she was able to inform the students that they will
benefit in the future from the expanding train link
which will include a Ballajura/Malaga train station.
LEARNING TOGETHER—GROWING TOGETHER
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Playgroup
A very successful meeting was
held on Tuesday 1 August with twelve families
attending. Maria Heenan from Playgroup WA, over
the first four weeks led and worked with the parents
and children to establish some best practices.
Playgroup has given parents, babies and young
children an opportunity to share ideas, make new
friends and familiarise their child with the school
environment, ready for future school years!
WA Jump Jam
While many of us were enjoying Father’s Day with
family on Sunday 3 September, a group of 27
dedicated students proudly represented South
Ballajura Primary School in the WA Jump Jam
Championships. After weeks of hard work they
presented their dance routines with enthusiasm and
skill. The “Strictly Category” team were runner-up
champions and received three certificates:
Excellence in Sportsmanship, Presentation and
Technical Execution. The other two “Challenge
Category” teams were awarded a certificate in
Excellence in Sportsmanship and Costume and a
merit award in Creativity, Presentation and Technical
Execution. It was an awesome effort!
Thank you to the coaches Mrs Guise, Miss Sheed and
Miss Hamid for sharing their expertise with the
students and preparing the children to such a high
standard and Mrs Reichenberg for her ongoing
support and assistance. We also appreciate the loyal
family members for their whole hearted support at
training and in the competition. The teams could not
have achieved their success without their
encouragement.
Cyber Safety Sessions
Firstly, thank you to the parents who attended our
Parent Cyber Safety session on Tuesday 5
September. Jordan from Ysafe presented the parents
with the latest social media trends, the concerns and
dangers associated with using these platforms. She
answered many questions and gave the parents tips
and strategies that they could implement in their
homes to support them in keeping their children safe
online.
Jordan recommended visiting the website of the
eSafety Commission, and taking a look at their
iParent resource for some further helpful
information.
An important message communicated by Jordan
was to remember the ABC model of cyber safety
management. Every cyber issue can be effectively
addressed by implementing strategies relating to
these three factors.
The model is: Control ACCESS
Set BOUNDARIES
Openly COMMUNICATE
Throughout Term 3 our teachers and students have
also been involved in Cyber Safety sessions. These
sessions were very worthwhile and education in this
area needs to be ongoing for everyone. We are
hoping to hold a follow up parent session in 2018.
Lions Club Book Donation
Mrs Jill Middlemass from the Ballajura Lions Club,
presented the school with a donation of Australian
Books for our school library. We would like to thank
the Lions Club for their generous donation. This has
become an annual event.
LEARNING TOGETHER—GROWING TOGETHER
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
P & C Pyjama Disco
Our P&C Pyjama Disco was a big success and special
thanks go to the children who were so very well
behaved, and the wonderful parent helpers. Well
done!
Volunteer Morning Tea
We were delighted to have around 60 volunteers at
our Campus assembly and Thank You Morning Tea
on Tuesday 5 December. Throughout the year we
had many genuine parent helpers who gave of their
time and talents to ensure that we had the very best
of opportunities and resources for our students.
We would like to make a special mention and a big
thank you for your awesome work, to the following
vital groups:
Campus P & C Executive: Annette Hopkinson
(President), Jo Amon (Vice President), Kylie Mason
(Treasurer and Fund raising Co-ordinator), Katrina
Bache, Chunna Meach and Sarah Lawrence
(Committee Members), Bronwyn Plane (Canteen and
Fundraising) and Tina Christmass and Haj Mustapha
(In their five years of School Banking they have
raised over $3600 for the Campus).
Primary School Council: Azman Adelaide
(Chairperson), Parents - Loc Tran and Annette
Hopkinson (four years), Community Members –
Pastor Chris Friend, Councillor Adam Kovalovs and
Robert Horton. Staff: Denise Hazeldine, Anne-Marie
Merrington, Deborah Jones and Betty Vlahov.
Interschool Debating
Participating in the City of Swan Primary Interschool
Debating Competition for the first time, our team con-
sisted of Janaya, Ana, Tayissa, Michael, Karla and
Katelyn and was coached by the Deputy Principal
Mrs Wright. Congratulations on a very successful
conclusion to the Interschool Debating Competition.
Our school was very well represented in the Grand
Final on 29 November by Kayla, Michael and Katelyn,
who were terrific! Thank you to Jezebel and Carolyn
for being our willing reserves. Thank you to the
parents and staff who supported the students. Every
student who participated in the debating series
received a certificate.
World Teachers’ Day
On Wednesday 25
October, we celebrated
World Teachers’ Day.
The Administration
Team took time to
acknowledge the dedicated and conscientious
teachers and education assistants at a special
morning tea. We are fortunate to have a very
professional team who daily ensure that every
student is engaged, challenged and learning
successfully in a safe and supportive environment.
Ballajura Community Fair
What an awesome presentation from our Performing
Arts Clubs - Drumming, Signing and Jump Jam. On a
bright sunny morning our students attracted a large
audience and performed with enthusiasm, doing our
Campus proud. Special thanks to all the staff and
parents who came out on a Sunday morning to
support them.
LEARNING TOGETHER—GROWING TOGETHER
STAFF and STUDENT PROFILE
Staff Numbers
Student Numbers
Special Awards
Interschool Debating
The photo above shows our students wearing their
Runner Up Medals which were presented by City of
Swan Councillor Adam Kovalevs.
School Leaders
The following School Prefects and Faction Leaders
were elected by the students, in consultation with
staff.
Faction Captains
Prefects
Taia Burton TA29 Jacob CoronelTA29
Alysha Rakowski TA29 Joshua Wood TA28
Lachlan Nightingale TA17
Year 6 - Destination Schools
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Semester 1 2014 2015 2016 2017
Primary (No Kindy) 459 451 439 382
Total 459 451 439 382
Ballajura Community College 48
Aranmore Catholic College 1
Aveley Secondary College 2
Butler College 1
Kelmscott SHS 1
Mercy College 1
Morley SHS 1
Swan Christian College 1
Servite College 1
Yanchep Secondary School 1
No FTE AB'L
Administration Staff
Principals 1 1.0 0
Deputy Principals 3 2.0 0
Total Administration Staff 4 3.0 0
Teaching Staff
Level 3 Teachers 1 1.0 0
Other Teaching Staff 23 19.2 0
Total Teaching Staff 24 21.2 0
School Support Staff
Clerical / Administrative 2 2.0 0
Gardening / Maintenance 1 0.8 0
Instructional 1 0.6 1
Other Non-Teaching Staff 11 8.9 0
Total School Support Staff 15 12.3 1
No FTE AB'L
TOTAL 43 37.1 1
FACTION CAPTAIN
GIRLS
CAPTAIN BOYS
HAMELIN Lyndsey O’Brien Mohammad Merzaei
Lauchlan Swan [ESC]
KARIJINI Jessica Nguyen Adam Mohamed
BADINGARRA Gift Said Joseph Gillies
WYPERFELD Abegail Mencias
Annie Ly
STUDENT PERFORMANCE
The National Assessment Program in Literacy and
Numeracy (NAPLAN) results, compared to like
schools, indicate that the performance of our
students is above expected level in Year 3 Spelling,
Grammar and Punctuation and Writing and at below
the expected level in Numeracy. Year 5 students
performed at like school level for Numeracy,
Reading and above like school level in Spelling and
Writing.
NAPLAN Results Compared to Like Schools
READING
Year 3 longitudinal data 2013 — 2017 shows below
like schools performance. Two students achieved
well above the accepted standard, 32 were above
the accepted standard, six were at the accepted
standard, and eight were below the accepted
minimum standard.
Year 5 achievement in 2017 was below like schools.
Six students achieved well above the accepted
standard, 32 were above the accepted standard, 16
were at the accepted standard, and three were
below the accepted minimum standard.
Average Reading Score
Focus 2018:
Specific targets for each year level in Semester 1
and 2 for Sight Words and Fluency have been
agreed to by staff. These will be part of the teaching
focus in classes. Students making Very Low
Progress and Low Progress since On Entry testing in
Pre-primary will participate in intervention programs.
A Reading fluency program which was introduced in
2017 will become embedded in the classroom
routine. Results of this program were very
encouraging last year. The Special Needs Education
Assistants will be mostly withdrawn from classroom
support and will focus on working with targeted
students in small groups of five or less on explicit
instruction of fundamental literacy skills. All staff will
continue to use SEN Planning to develop Individual
Education Plans for students at risk.
SPELLING
Year 3 students performed seven points below the
Western Australian mean. In the Year 3 cohort, five
students achieved well above the accepted
standard, 36 were above the accepted standard,
five were at the accepted standard, and four were
below the accepted minimum standard.
Year 5 students are continuing to perform better
than like schools - 16 points above like school
expectations. 11 students achieved well above the
accepted standard, 32 were above the accepted
standard, seven were at the accepted standard, and
four were below the accepted minimum standard.
Average Spelling Score
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Y03 Y05 Year
School Like
Schools
School Like
Schools
2013 396 382 466 476
2014 376 378 448 464
2015 380 378 459 459
2016 397 389 463 463
2017 353 386 453 466
Y03 Y05 Year
School Like
Schools
School Like
Schools
2013 405 378 486 467
2014 397 387 496 478
2015 395 381 480 471
2016 419 389 480 465
2017 380 387 488 472
STUDENT PERFORMANCE
Focus 2018:
The ECU Sounds to Spelling program will be used
specifically by all teachers. All Teachers now have
access to resources for their year level including
PowerPoints of phonics, testing materials and an
overview sheet of the expectations for each year
level, As well, teachers are to continue to use Words
Their Way diagnostic tests to plan and teach,
according to student needs.
GRAMMAR AND PUNCTUATION
Longitudinal data demonstrates that the school is
performing well below par (42 points) with like
schools for Year 3 students. Year 5 are performing
16 points above like schools performances.
Year 3: six students achieved well above the
accepted standard, 28 were above the accepted
standard, three were at the accepted standard, and
10 were below the accepted minimum standard.
Year 5: 13 students achieved well above the
accepted standard, 31 were above the accepted
standard, five were at the accepted standard, and
five were below the accepted minimum standard.
Average Grammar & Punctuation Score
Focus 2018:
Whole school focus on explicit direct instruction and
warm-ups will be used on a daily basis to develop
writing skills and knowledge e.g. grammar, phonics
and punctuation. A whole school Grammar and
Punctuation Scope and Sequence Guide was
developed and implemented, incorporating
elements of Talk4Writing, during 2017. This guide is
to be used as a tool to plan, teach and assess
grammar and punctuation.
WRITING
Year 3 longitudinal trend, 2013 - 2017,
demonstrates above like school performances by 15
points; and on par with the WA mean. 40 students
were above the accepted standard, six were at the
accepted standard, and seven were below the
accepted minimum standard.
Year 5 students are performing above like school
expectations. 40 students were above the accepted
standard, 13 were at the accepted standard, and
two were below the accepted minimum standard.
Average Writing Score
Focus 2018:
Teachers to model writing daily, incorporating think
aloud strategies, focus on re-reading and explicit
teaching of editing. Staff have moderated writing
and analysed NAPLAN data in their phases and year
levels. Increased knowledge of sight words should
translate to improved writing over time
The weak Year 3 cohort has been a priority for
Literacy Intervention in 2017 and this will continue
in 2018.
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Y03 Y05 Year
School Like
Schools
School Like
Schools
2013 415 389 470 473
2014 400 382 471 474
2015 410 386 460 462
2016 395 394 482 467
2017 351 393 473 457
Y03 Y05 Year
School Like School Like
2013 434 383 452 451
2014 400 373 458 447
2015 407 379 447 449
2016 415 394 473 451
2017 405 390 442 440
STUDENT PERFORMANCE
NUMERACY
The Year 3s were 16 points off like schools scores.
Four students achieved well above the accepted
standard, 31 were above the accepted standard, 10
were at the accepted standard, and five were below
the accepted minimum standard.
Year 5 students are performing three points below
like school expectations. Five students achieved well
above the accepted standard, 34 were above the
accepted standard, 16 were at the accepted
standard, and there were no students below the
accepted minimum standard.
Average Numeracy Score
Focus 2018:
Whole school to continue to use the online
mathematics program: ORIGO Stepping Stones, for
the third year. There will be a 70 min daily
Mathematics Block – with the preferred time straight
after recess. Throughout the day mathematics will be
integrated with literacy and other learning areas with
a focus on problem solving, reasoning and fluency. Warm ups are an integral part of the Mathematics
lessons. Problem solving is a priority in the 2018 –
2020 School Plan. In 2018, there will be a whole
school adoption of the CUBES strategy for problem
solving. As well, we will continue with Ballandjarra
Network Mathematics Project, targeting Year 5-8
teachers, to improve teaching skills and develop
content and assessment tools for each year level.
Longitudinal Growth
Tracking of students from Year 3 to Year 5, 2015 -
2017, based on NAPLAN growth points, it is evident
that our biggest improvement comes in Writing and
Grammar and Punctuation. It is a credit to the
teachers and their explicit teaching that has seen the
students grow in confidence and skill.
Progressive Achievement Test in Mathematics
This test is conducted each year in October for Year 2
to 6 students. The number of students scoring at
stanine 5 - 9 has increased since 2015. The Year 6
results indicate that 69% of the cohort was in stanine
5 or higher, as were 75% of Year 2 students. (See
table below.) Only 22% of students were in stanine 5
or higher in 2016. This same cohort improved to 69%
in 2017, almost a 50% improvement.
ATTENDANCE
We have continued to promote the importance of
being at school on time and every day, unless you are
sick. This and a review of students at risk by the
attendance team has ensured that we have
maintained an acceptable range of average regular
attendance which is slightly above WA Public
Schools. A diligent case management approach will
be sustained in 2018.
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Non-Aboriginal Aboriginal Total
School Like
Schools
WA
Public
Schools
School Like
Schools
WA
Public
Schools
School Like
Schools
WA
Public
Schools
2015 92.6% 92.7% 93.8% 84% 82.2% 81.2% 92.7% 91.6% 92.7%
2016 92.7% 92.3% 93.7% 79.4% 82.7% 80.7% 91.5% 91.2% 92.6%
2017 91.5% 92.8% 93.8% 87.5% 85.8% 81.2% 93% 92% 92.7%
Y03 Y05 Year
School Like
Schools
School Like
Schools
2013 393 370 465 452
2014 378 371 441 459
2015 365 365 455 460
2016 374 376 450 459
2017 362 378 458 461
Maths
% Students Stanine 5 - 9
Year 2015 2016 2017
2 65% 54% 75%
3 25% 38% 50%
4 27% 20% 58%
5 13% 22% 49%
6 21% 21% 69%
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Improving Student Health and Wellbeing
In November 2017 the school undertook to gather
data on our Pre-primary to Year 6 students attitude to
their peers, family and school. The results of the
questionnaire in each domain were as follows:
1) Self and School - like being at school and
having the ability to achieve. There was a
positive relationship of the students with
school. There was an average score of 1.77 for
the Pre-primary to Year 3 and 1.30 for Year 4
to 6 students.
2) Self and Other - peer interaction and
accountability. 1.54 Average Score for
Pre-primary to Year 3 and 1.10 for Year 4 to 6.
3) Self Worth - Confidence in self and physical
appearance. Average score of 1.42 in
Pre-primary to Year 3 and 1.27 in Year 4 to 6
and
4) Self and Home - family interaction and accept-
ability. 1.56 for Pre-primary to Year 3 and 1.27
for Year 4 to 6 students
The Middle and Upper School data (Year 4 to 6) show
a concern in self and others with a mean of 1.10
from a possible 2.00 and is somewhat low on
average compared to WA schools.
Sports Challenge WA has been employed to work
with 22 students who have been identified with low
scores in the self worth domain to participate in a
seven week program. Students will work for an hour
a week with a mentor to develop positive life-skills.
As well, Staff will be provided with additional training
in Restorative Justice—a program designed to resolve
conflict using a no blame approach. Furthermore,
staff will focus on developing both in class and
playground student activities to develop positive
social behaviours and a sense of trust and better
understanding in their peers.
Parent satisfaction
In 2017 the school continued to actively seek ways
to enhance student learning and wellbeing by
partnering with parents, families and the wider
community. The following are some of our successful
partnerships:
Playgroup WA assisted in establishing our
Tuesday morning Playgroup for up to twelve
families;
Ballajura-Malaga Rotary, through their Quiz Night
provided a fun social night for staff and much
needed funds for school equipment;
YSafe, a local company endorsed by eSafety
Commission, lead cyber safety workshops for
parents, staff and students. A return visit is
scheduled in 2018;
Two discos organised by the P&C and supported
by staff and parents gave our students a safe and
fun opportunities for our children to meet up with
friends and enjoy a night out;
Our School Chaplain successfully organised
parents and family with morning tea following
each class’ assembly item. Visitors not only
enjoyed the assembly but had the opportunity to
meet the class teacher and Principal and have
the students show their work; and
84% of our families attended Open Night.
Feedback was very positive with everyone
enjoying the Year 1 performance and the
opportunity to visit classes and the informal chat
with the class teacher.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Office Upgrade
Thanks to the efficient work of the builders, our office
update was successfully completed on time for the
commencement of the 2017 school year. We
received the keys on the last Friday of the holidays
and the administration and office staff worked
diligently to ensure that everything was ready for the
return of our students on Wednesday 1 February.
Additional work carried out over the school holidays
include: the installation of air conditioning in the
undercover area, this will greatly increase the
comfort level for everyone throughout the year; a
shade shelter in the bike track area; and additional
internet wireless access points, to increase wireless
connection speed.
Winter Sports Carnival
Congratulations to all the students who participated
so enthusiastically in either soccer, football or netball
Friday 9 June. Everyone had some success during
the day. We are very proud of our students’ effort
and sportsmanship. The standout performers were
the A and B soccer teams who went through
undefeated in the four matches. A big thank you is
extended to our staff who freely gave of their time
training the teams during lunchtime: Miss Hamid, Mr
Buckner, Mr Phillips, Ms Merrington and Mrs Jones.
Leadership Conference at the Perth Convention
Centre
On Friday 10 March the prefects and faction captains
arrived at school by 7:45am to go to the Perth
convention centre for the Grip Leadership
Conference. We were accompanied by Miss Hamid,
Mrs Reichenberg and Mrs Salerno.
When they arrived at the convention centre they
signed in and were lead to their seats and waited for
the conference to start. The conference started with
an activity called “Leadermon” which gave the
leaders an opportunity to learn about students from
other schools. The first session was filled with lots of
fun activities such as LOUD NOISES, Call the Colour
and many other activities to do with leadership.
After the break (recess), the students learned about
the responsibilities of being a leader. They were able
to volunteer to do things and have a say in them. As
well, they also learned that they have to ignore the
bad voice in their head. The last session was about,
“How to put our ideas in action to make our school a
better place.” The Loud Noise Boys ended the
conference with a dance party.
Athilah (TA28) said, “I learned that to be a good
leader we should always lead by example and help
other people. It was a great day and a good
experience.”
TAPs
In providing an opportunity to educate the whole
child socially, physically and intellectually, the Year 3
to 6 students participated (over five weeks in Term 2)
in an activity to develop their talents, abilities and
interests. The Tuesday Afternoon Programs (TAPs)
were run by the specialist and class teachers,
gardener, education assistants and administration.
There were 17 different activities with group
numbers ranging from 8-24 students. Some of the
activities include Performing Arts, Debating, Tennis,
Cooking, Science Challenges, Gardening and Chess.
Parent Morning Tea and Class Visit
Classes hosting the assembly invited parents and
family members into their classroom. Visitors were
able to see students’ work as well as have the time
to speak to the Principal, School Chaplain and class
teacher. TA08, This is a new initiative for 2017 was
extremely well received and attended.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Harmony Day – “Everyone Belongs”
Possibly the best Harmony Day assembly! Parents,
family members, staff and students were treated to a
spectacular showcase of nations and talent.
The assembly had students welcome everyone in
their native tongue, African drumming, an Indonesian
bamboo dance, signing, performing arts, Jump Jam
and the whole school sing “Under the Southern
Cross”. A big thank you to our talented students and
staff.
Year 6 Camp
57 Year 6 students attended the Kerem Adventure
Camp, Bullsbrook, on the last three days of Term 1.
What an awesome experience it was for all of the
students. They participated in physically and
intellectually challenging activities such as the low
ropes course, orienteering, Minute to Win It
challenges and Frisbee golf. As well as learning new
game skills through “having a go,” problem solving
and working collaboratively; over the three days they
developed positive, nurturing relationships and
strong friendships. Lots of fun was had by everyone
who attended especially in the Colour War – where
everyone got wet and covered with coloured powder
– and the final night concert which had everyone in
stitches. Moreover, we had comfortable
accommodation and heaps of healthy, tasty home
cooked meals.
A big thank you to all the students on their excellent
behaviour and consideration for one another –
everything ran like clockwork.
We are extremely appreciative of our parents: Katrina
Bache, Hasan Sahat and Arthur Vaka; and school
staff: Anne-Marie Merrington, Jeremy Buckner,
Nathan Winkworth and Jadyn Mumme for giving of
their time, energy and talents in making the camp a
huge success.
Go Blue for Autism – Enterprise Education in Action
In this enterprise activity everyone was a winner,
even if not all of the seven activities were profitable.
We can learn heaps from our mistakes and from
helping others – have a look at TA14’s group
reflections on profit and loss in the front office
noticeboard.
Go Blue for Autism Day was a huge smash this year!
The students were excited to dress up in blue, there
was a huge response to the colouring completion,
making it very difficult to pick a winner, integration
activities were fun and engaging, and the TA 14/17
stalls raised $323.30 for the Autism Association of
WA. It was incredible to see how many staff and
students were wearing blue! Thank you to everyone
who was involved and participated to make the day a
great success!
Book Week 2017
Book Week 2017 (21-28 August) promoted by “The
Children’s Book Council of Australia” this year has
the theme: Escape to Everywhere.
Throughout the week, the Book Fair gave parents,
students and staff opportunities to purchase a book
which they could either read alone or share. Parents
may use this week to snuggle into a book with their
child and share the precious moments they create in
bonding and enjoying the adventure or experience.
Special thank you to all parents, students and staff
who took the time and made an effort to dress-up
and/or purchase a book. As a Campus, we are
extremely pleased with the support that we have had
in promoting Book Week.
We especially appreciate the organisation of Mrs
Crump (Librarian) and Mrs Reichenberg (Deputy) for
coordinating the major events and to the many staff
who gave of their time to help out with sales and
supervision.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Digital Technology
South Ballajura Campus is embracing the Western
Australian Digital Technologies Curriculum. Staff and
students are daily using digital technologies to share
classroom learning. Classes, including the specialist
teachers, have joined the school Dojo program and
are regularly posting classroom learning activities.
Parents are able to log in through their iPhone or
email to get an update of classroom learning.
Some examples of activities that have been shared
include:
TA08 (Year 3/4) – with the assistance of TA29 (Year
6) created animation of their stories using
StopMotion.
TA01 (Year 2) – Used words, phrases and photos to
explain their learning about water using an App
called Popplet.
Phys Ed – Senior students took photos, wrote
instructions and created a poster demonstrating
long jump techniques, and
TA14 (Year 5) created music using the Makey Makey
Go toolkit which turned everyday objects into a
touch pad and generated music.
Faction Athletics Carnival
Once again, the annual Faction Athletics Carnival
held on Friday 15 September actively brought the
school community together. Many of our students
were able to shine in a range of events which
included throws, jumps, races, novelty and team
events. Each “little champion” participated fully with
diligence and a positive sporting spirit. We were very
proud of each and every one of them.
We had a large turn out of parents and family
members supporting and cheering the students and
factions. The P&C fundraising combined with the
canteen staff and a team of volunteers provided a
treat of delicious food, drinks and treats.
A very big thank you to our parent helpers: Loc Tran,
Paul Nielsen, Barry Silva, Viv Blake, Kath Trezise,
Marietjie Haereroa, Jo Amon, Tina Christmass, Mumu
Htoo, Bronwyn Plane and Kylie Mason. $608.00 was
raised in the bike raffle which was won by Cooper
Lawrence. $2147.00 profit was made through the
sale of drinks and food.
Special thank you to all the staff for preparing the
children so well for the carnival. Thank you to Mr
Fletcher (gardener) for the excellent job in marking
the oval, preparing the jump pits and organising the
shade shelters. Most of all we are very appreciative
of Miss Hamid for her conscientious and meticulous
planning of the carnival.
It was a huge success and everyone had an
enjoyable day!
The final points were:
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HIGHLIGHTS
Interschool Sports Carnival
We were extremely proud of the 64 athletes who
represented the Campus on Friday 15 September at
the athletics carnival. All the hard work in training
paid off with South Ballajura winning the Handicap
Shield – awarded to the school which improved the
most from last year. A special thanks is extended to
Mr Loc Tran, Mr Ben Hassler, Mrs Caroline
Reichenberg and Ms Lina Hamid for their training
and support of the team. ESC was admirably
represented by Locki. He was a great team player
and gave his personal best, showing resilience to
continue with events after a minor injury.
Fun Run
Friday 20 October was a lovely afternoon for our Fun
Run. The students participated well. The highest
fundraising classroom won a class party and a prize
was awarded to the highest fundraiser from each
year level.
We raised close to $3000 for robotics, Lego,
Drumming, Music and play equipment.
Open Night – Oh What a Night!
There was a buzz of excitement with the students
leading their parents to their classroom, proudly
showing off their school work and having a positive
chat with their teacher on Thursday 2 November. It
was also a successful evening for the Year 5s who
raised much needed funds for their 2018 camp. As
well, the Year 6s showcased their design technology
and enterprise skills by making close to $1000. A
quick survey of classes revealed that we had around
86% of the primary and 42% ESC families attend the
night. What a huge success!
Student Achievement
Congratulations to Tai Yang Linnell (TA1 – Year 2) for his recent success at the WA State Karate Titles. Tai won a silver and two gold medals for carters and sparing. His precise and quick actions, developed through training 4-5 days a week, ensured his success. What a top effort!
Scitech Incursion
We were very fortunate to have a Scitech Incursion
on Wednesday 18 October and Thursday 19 October.
Pre-primary to Year 3 had a show about Day and
Night: journeying through our day time sky as it
makes the exciting change into night. Year 1 to Year
3 then took part in a workshop: tinkering and
experimenting as they built a shelter to see if it could
withstand the wild and windy weather. There was
great excitement as the Scitech leader took a
hairdryer and tried to blow away their shelters.
Year 4 to Year 6 explored our Solar System,
discovering the specialities of our Solar System and
its nearest neighbours. They then put their
engineering skills to the test as they designed, built
and tested a way to land a fragile robot on the
surface of another planet. There were some very
creative designs made by our students.
This was a great incursion and a wonderful “hands
on” learning experience for our students.
LEARNING TOGETHER—GROWING TOGETHER
HIGHLIGHTS
Prefects and Clubs Concert
Congratulations on a wonderfully vibrant assembly
due to the commitment of so many staff and
students, especially our amazing ESC clubs
Co-ordinator Team. This concludes a terrific
Performing Arts year. Many thanks to our 2017
prefects for compering their last assembly so well
and for the many important duties they have fulfilled
over the year – Kayla, Ana, Michael and Abbus.
Christmas Card Competition Winners
Two students were delighted on Friday when Hon Ri-
ta Saffioti, MLA, came to school to present them with
their framed drawing entries and cards for their fami-
lies. These were distributed to mailboxes throughout
the local suburbs. Congratulations to Dominic (TA3)
and Bond (TA8). The zebra was also a kind donation
from Mrs Saffioti which you will see on the bike track.
Science Incursion
BCC Year 9 science extension class prepared a 15
minute mini science lesson to demonstrate a
physical or chemical science concept. Our Year 6
students were appreciative of the opportunity to
learn about these science ideas in a hands-on, fun
way. They had time to observe, ask questions, make
inferences and participate in the ten activities. The
Campus is very appreciative of the close
relationships that we have with Ballajura Community
College. All the students had a fantastic time.
Ballajura City Festival
A huge congratulations to our sensational South
Ballajura Performing Arts clubs, who once again
represented our campus so well in the community at
the inaugural Ballajura City Fair on Saturday 4
November. Despite being a very warm day, the
students waited patiently to shine on the stage.
Drumming Club wowed the crowd. Signing Club
amazed the audience. In the absence of Ms Angela
Guise (in New Zealand judging the National Jump
Jam Championships), Jump Jam Club put their best
feet forward and performed magnificently. The new
Mayor of the City of Swan was certainly impressed –
Thank you to all the campus families and ESC staff
for once again supporting the students to have this
opportunity.
LEARNING TOGETHER—GROWING TOGETHER
FINANCE 2017
LEARNING TOGETHER—GROWING TOGETHER
1 12,483.87$ 11,410.00$
2 44,408.00$ 35,829.01$
3 -$ -$
4 10,909.00$ 10,929.25$
5 -$ -$
6 -$ -$
7 70,784.00$ 70,784.40$
8 14,043.00$ 14,821.98$
9 42,000.00$ 42,000.00$
10 -$ -$
11 Farm Revenue (Ag and Farm Schools only) -$ -$
12 -$ -$
194,627.87$ 185,774.64$
105,294.07$ 105,294.07$
Student Centred Funding 188,300.00$ 188,300.00$
488,221.94$ 479,368.71$
-$ -$
488,221.94$ 479,368.71$
Locally Raised Funds58,168.26$
Student Centred Funding188,300.00$
Other Govt Grants70,784.40$
Other 14,821.98$
Transfers from Reserves42,000.00$
374,074.64$
1 41,500.00$ 40,759.20$
2 -$ -$
3 188,704.00$ 183,961.67$
4 69,960.20$ 80,006.14$
5 168,561.40$ 146,750.18$
6 12,500.00$ 11,498.24$
7 -$ -$
8 2,970.00$ 2,637.75$
9 -$ -$
10 -$ -$
11 -$ -$
12 Farm Operations (Ag and Farm Schools only) -$ -$
13 Farm Revenue to CO (Ag and Farm Schools only) -$ -$
14 Camp School Fees to CO (Camp Schools only) -$ -$
484,195.60$ 465,613.18$
-$ -$
484,195.60$ 465,613.18$
4,026.34$
Bank Balance 55,746.80$ Made up of: -$
1 General Fund Balance 13,755.53$ 2 Deductible Gift Funds -$ 3 Trust Funds -$ 4 Asset Replacement Reserves 41,750.74$ 5 Suspense Accounts 1,939.53$ 6 Cash Advances 200.00-$ 7 Tax Position 1,499.00-$
55,746.80$
Revenue from Co, Regional Office and Other Schools
South Ballajura Primary SchoolFinancial Summary as at
Actual
31 December 2017
Other Revenues
Commonwealth Govt Revenues
BudgetRevenue - Cash & Salary Allocation
Voluntary Contributions
Charges and Fees
Fees from Facilities Hire
Residential Operations
Total Locally Raised Funds
Fundraising/Donations/Sponsorships
Opening Balance
Total Cash Funds Available
Camp School Fees (Camp Schools only)
Expenditure - Cash and Salary
Payment to CO, Regional Office and Other Schools
Administration
Lease Payments
Utilities, Facilities and Maintenance
Professional Development
Transfer to Reserve
Transfer from Reserve or DGR
Residential Accommodation
Other State Govt/Local Govt Revenues
Other Expenditure
Buildings, Property and Equipment
Curriculum and Student Services
Total Salary Allocation
Total Funds Available
ActualBudget
Total Bank Balance
Cash Position as at:
Residential Boarding Fees to CO (Ag Colleges only)
Cash Budget Variance
Total Forecast Salary Expenditure
Total Expenditure
Total Goods and Services Expenditure
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
$000
Revenue Source
Locally Generated Revenue - Budget vs Actual
Budget Actual
Locally Raised Funds16%
Student Centred Funding
50%
Other Govt Grants19%
Other 4%
Transfers from Reserves
11%
Current Year Actual CashSources
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
$000
Expenditure Purpose
Goods and Services Expenditure - Budget vs Actual
Budget Actual
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
$000
Cash Position
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