From the  Principal 

Our School Review Has Commenced

Our School Review officially began on Thursday, 30 October, with the Review Panel meeting for the first of three sessions. The process will continue over the coming weeks, providing a valuable opportunity to reflect on our achievements over the past four years, celebrate what’s working well, and identify the key priorities that will guide our next phase of improvement.

Our school reviewer, Craig Tanner, was extremely positive about our preparation and organisation, commenting that “I’ve never seen one quite like it!” His feedback was a big acknowledgment of the collective effort that has gone into this important process.

I would like to thank Andrew Harrap for his contribution and insight as a panel participant, and to acknowledge the exceptional work of our leadership team. They represented our school with clarity, confidence, and depth of understanding. Our challenge partners also engaged thoughtfully—questioning, probing, and offering perspectives that were both constructive and thought-provoking. I couldn’t have been prouder.

Day 2 of the review was held on Monday 10th November focused on consultation with our community, where the panel met with groups of teachers, leaders, parents, Education Support Officers, and students to gather feedback and perspectives.

Day 3 will bring the process together, as the panel provides its findings and recommendations to help shape our strategic direction for the next four years.

Student Numbers

There is still movement in our 2026 student numbers with families joining the school and some that are leaving over the next few weeks. At this stage we have planned our workforce plan based on 550 students for 2026. We are planning on having 24 classes.

Class structure is always dependent upon student numbers. This is still being negotiated.

Further details will be shared with our families prior to the end of term in line with DET approved practices.

Staffing News

CONGRATULATIONS

We would like to welcome Clementine Ellis who will join our Office Admin team as the new ‘Face of Carnegie’ as our school’s Receptionist.  

We would like to welcome back the following teachers to Carnegie PS to 2026.

• Penelope Bradley, current Grade 1 teacher, now ongoing
• Angus McCracken, current Grade 6 teacher, now ongoing
• Faisal Suryadi, current Grade 1 teacher, now ongoing
• Mei Lee, current Grade 3 teacher, now ongoing
• Amanda Tebb, current Grade 5 teacher, now ongoing
• Jane Lavery 
• Lexie Fazio
• Joanna Lee 

Georgia Lydeamore has decided to take up a position closer to her home. We thank her for completing her Graduate year here at CPS. in her words, “I have learnt so much and have been very well supported as a Graduate teacher here at Carnegie PS.” We wish her every happiness for future success. 

Halloween Fun

Nurse Tahlia got into the spirit of Halloween on October 31st with some face painting. The students received a lovely surprise when they visited sickbay that day! 😁

With thanks,

Karen Roberts

Principal 

Respect, Resilience, Curiosity,  Integrity