Principals Report

Berwick Chase Primary School recently completed its whole school review, an extensive five-day process designed to reflect on past achievements, celebrate strengths, and set ambitious goals for the future. Led by facilitator David Mann, the panel included the School’s Senior Education Leader, two experienced Principals from neighbouring schools, and Berwick Chase’s dedicated leadership team. The review offered a rare and valuable opportunity to dive deep into the school’s culture, educational outcomes, and student wellbeing.

Over the five days, the review panel observed numerous classrooms, interviewed students, staff and parent groups, and conducted a thorough analysis of the school’s academic and wellbeing data. The panel members were struck by the warm, inclusive, and collaborative atmosphere at Berwick Chase. They noted that the school's community spirit is palpable; students displayed an infectious enthusiasm for learning, and teachers were not only open to feedback but keenly focused on refining their practices to best support each child. This welcoming and professional environment underscored the school’s strong foundation and culture of continuous improvement.

One of the most significant outcomes of the review was the validation of the hard work, commitment, and resilience demonstrated by the entire Berwick Chase community over recent years. The school’s dedication to fostering a supportive and stimulating learning environment has clearly paid off, with strong academic and wellbeing indicators that place Berwick Chase among the better performing schools in the region.

On the final day of the review, the focus shifted toward the future. Together, the panel and school leaders crafted a set of targeted goals to drive growth over the next four years. The primary aim is to advance even more students from the ‘strong’ category of academic performance into the ‘exceeding’ band. This ambitious goal reflects Berwick Chase’s commitment to providing each student with the opportunity to reach their full potential and thrive. 

The review was a truly collaborative experience, leaving everyone involved feeling proud and inspired. As Berwick Chase Primary School embarks on the next chapter of its journey, we are confident that the school community will continue to embody the values of resilience, respect, responsibility, and creativity while striving for excellence. The future looks bright, and with clear goals and a strong team, Berwick Chase is poised to continue delivering outstanding educational outcomes for all students.

Regards

Chris Short

Principal