Our principal and staff

Our school team is committed to every student’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging. We work together to create a supportive and inclusive school where every child is set up for success.

Welcome from our principal

I am immensely proud to welcome you all to our school.

As your Principal, I am committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to provide meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and resilience. We believe in partnering with families and the wider community to nurture well-rounded individuals prepare for the challenges of the future. Together, we will celebrate achievements, embrace diversity, and support one another through every step of the journey. I encourage all students to be active participants in their learning and to take pride in our school values. Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. I look forward to watching your children grow, discover their potential and passions, and forging positive connections.

Ms Olimpia Bartolillo
Principal of James Busby High School.

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Our school leaders

Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.

Ms Olimpia Bartolillo

Principal

Ms Sheetal Chand

Deputy Principal (Years 7 & 11)

Mr Brandon Harry

Deputy Principal Inclusion & Support

Ms Shareen Kumar

Deputy Principal (Years 9 & 12)

Mr Anil Narayan

Deputy Principal (Years 8 & 10)

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Our Year Advisors

Our Year Advisors are the conduit between school & home. They support and guide students throughout their school journey, helping them navigate both academic and personal challenges. They create a positive and nurturing environment where every student feels valued, heard, and encouraged to succeed.

Nadir Khan

Year 7

Sam Ly

Year 8

Kim Diep

Year 9

Rhidima Fioramonte

Year 10

Andres Sanchez

Year 11

Cindy Shacallis

Year 12

Thanh Au

Inclusive Education

Tulin Al Zoubi

Inclusive Education

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Our teaching staff

Your child’s school experience is shaped by the people around them. Our teachers bring experience, care and a passion for learning to every lesson. With a focus on success, they help every child reach their full potential.

Faculty leaders
Faculty Area Head Teacher
English & Languages Maxine Welfare
Mathematics & Computing Sam Irani
Science Beth Walsh
Human Society & its Environment
(HSIE)		 Troy Costa
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education
(PDHPE)		 Aynsley McCabe

Creative & Performing Arts (CAPA) and

Technological and Applied Studies (TAS)

 Claudette Hindi
Inclusive Education

Sanjeshni Devi

Avalon Khan
Wellbeing & Learning Support

Amy Sandilands (M-Th)

Phyllis Prins (W-F)
Educational Pathways Program Joyce Choucair
Specialist teaching staff
Vet Coordinator Claudette Hindi
Careers Advisor Amko Suljevic
Librarian Abeer Khuder

Contact our school to learn more about our teaching team.

Wellbeing and support staff

Our wellbeing and support staff guide student wellbeing, learning needs and inclusion. They work with teachers to make personalised adjustments. This means each child can take part fully in school life. We make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.

Learning & Support Teachers
  • Rhidima Fioramonte
  • Karen Plumridge
  • Talitha Teresa
English as an Additional Language or Dialect Teachers
  • Madalena Davila
  • Mayeshwari Narayan
  • Dhan Sharma
School Counselling Staff
  • Malek Choker
  • Tayla Orth
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Support Officer
  • Beth Sykes
Student Support Officer
  • Julie Moon
Community Liaison Officer
  • Rachel-Maree O'Toole
Student Learning & Support Officers

Inclusive Education

  • Silvana Amalfi
  • Judith Bishop
  • Catrin Esho
  • Jacquie Ihlow
  • Gail Lees
  • Jane Mlinaric
  • Merin James
  • Pravin Sharma
  • Chris Trpkovski
  • Marta Vasquez
  • Najwa El Chamli
  • Christine Fualalo

Learning Support

  • Emani Piliae
  • Ola Ramadan

Contact our school to learn more about our Wellbeing Team and the supports we offer students.

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Administrative and operations staff

Our administrative and operations staff keep our school running smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day. You can find them in our front office or on the school grounds.

Administrative and operational managers
  • Amanda Daniels, School Business Manager
  • Jas Pavic, School Administrative Manager

Have a question for our principal or teachers?

Our friendly office team can help you get in touch.

Contact us

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Additional learning support

Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.

Stories and highlights

Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.