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The passion of the West Wallsend High School staff and their commitment to operating as a professional and unified team is one of the greatest strengths of West Wallsend High School. We are proud of the reputation we have developed for being a caring community who engage, support and challenge students to draw out their best and to instil a sense of pride in their achievements. Every child’s progress is important and our staff look for opportunities to encourage and support each child’s development.
Our professional, university-educated teachers encourage students to develop a love of learning and a desire to succeed. They maintain the highest integrity and concern for your child’s wellbeing.
The principal is responsible for the educational leadership and management of our school. If you would like to speak to the principal, please contact us to make an appointment.
Our school administrative staff can answer inquiries or direct you to the appropriate staff member for help.
Principal
Dr Fiona Walsh PhD
Deputy Principals
Mr Michael Chandler: Years 7, 9 and 11
Mr Andrew Katoa: Years 8 and 10 (relieving)
Mr Daniel Dawkins: Year 12 (relieving)
Mr Ian West
Head Teachers
English: Miss Lauren Holding
Maths: Mr Allan Burns
Science: Mr Mark Milat
Human society and its environment (HSIE): Mrs Jo-Anne Bailey
Technological and applied studies (TAS): Mrs Petula Lalor (relieving)
Creative and performing arts (CAPA): Ms Tamara Turner
Personal development, health and physical education (PDHPE): Mr Shayne Mason
Student individual learning support (SAIL): Mrs Allison Madden
Student wellbeing: Mrs Sharon Jenness
Year Advisors:
Year 7
Ms C Watts, email: Chloe.Watts10@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 8
Mr G Muir, email: Geoffrey.Muir1@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 9
Mr P Johnson, email: Paul.Johnson48@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 10
Miss N Burn, email: Natalie.Burn2@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 11
Mr J Watts, email: Jamie.Watts@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 12
Ms A Blakemore, email: Amy.Blakemore3@det.nsw.edu.au
Administration
School Administration Manager: Mrs Robyn Lloyd
Attendance Officer: Mrs Samantha Harris
Community Liaison Officer: Mrs Karen Masters