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 Suljevic, 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)

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.

Our teaching staff

      English

  • Maxine WELFARE (Rel. HT)
  • Hayriye AKNAR (Year 8 AYA)
  • Kim DIEP (Year 9 YA)
  • Marina GONSALVEZ
  • Helen HEDGER
  • Nadir KHAN (Year 7 YA)
  • Cindy SHACALLIS (Year 12 YA)
  • David TIMAR (Year 7 AYA)

     HSIE/Secondary Studies

  • Troy COSTA (HT)

  • Peter FOSTER

  • Marianne KASAVETIS

  • Mampta SHARAN

  • Vinita SHUKLA

  • Pamela ENCINA ( HT Admin)

    Creative Arts

  • Paul McCLAUGHLIN

  • Lauren RODRIGUEZ

  • Andres SANCHEZ (Year 11 YA)

  • Matthew SWINDELLS (Year 11 AYA)

    TAS

  • Claudette HINDI (HT TAS/CAPA) (Vet Coordinator)

  • Carmel - Rose GAUCI

    PDHPE

  • Aynsley McCABE (HT)

  • Nua ALONE

  • Anton FODOR

  • Sam LY (Year 8 YA)

  • Robert VAI

    Inclusive Unit

  • Sanjeshni DEVI (HT)

  • Avalon MULLER (HT)

  • Tulin AL ZOUBI

  • Thanh AU

  • Rajesh CHANDRA

  • Anita FARAJIAN

  • Claudia KOPANOVSKI

  • Yogeeta KUMAR (Year 10 AYA)

  • Rukeshma LATA

  • Richard ROGERS

  • Kelly PINDER

  • Satayandra PRASAD

  • Anna SAMUEL

  • Jwan SHAMO

    Science

  • Beth WALSH (Rel. HT)

  • Joseph KARIKARI

  • Apuk MAROR

  • Sabrina ROBIBARO

  • Bing ZHANG

    Mathematics

  • Sam IRANI (HT)

  • Khaled AL-SATTOUF

  • Van DINH

  • Imad GENDY

  • Hira LAL

  • Kevin LUO (Yr 9 AYA)

    Library

  • Abeer KHUDER

    Careers Adviser

  • Amko SULJEVIC (Rel.)

    SS/Careers (EPP)

  • Joyce CHOUCAIR (HT)

  • Suzanne TAYLOR

  • Sarah ELKIN (Administration)

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Our teachers make the difference

Committed to your child’s success

Our teachers ensure every student can thrive. They use proven ways to teach and tailor learning support for their students

Expert, connected and accredited

Our teachers are part of a strong education network. They may hold advanced accreditation. This ensuring high-quality teaching for your child.

Teachers who never stop learning

Our teachers are lifelong learners. They stay current through regular training and keep improving how they teach students.

Teacher–family partnerships

Our teachers build trust through clear communication. Our families know that their child has support and is ready to learn.

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.

Our wellbeing and support staff

LST/Wellbeing

  • Amy SANDILANDS (HT)
  • Phyllis PRINS (HT)
  • Madalena DAVILA
  • Rhidima FIORAMONTE (Year 10 YA)
  • Tony GARZANITI
  • Mayeshwari NARAYAN
  • Karen PLUMRIDGE
  • Dhan SHARMA
  • Talitha TERESA

School Counsellors

  • Malek CHOKER
  • Tayla ORTH

Student Support Officer

  • Julie MOON

Community Liaison Officer

  • Rachel-Maree O'TOOLE

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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.

Our administrative and operations staff

Amanda DANIELS (School Business Manager)

Jas PAVIC (School Administrative Manager)

Silvana AMALFI

Josie BILOTTA

Judith BISHOP

Darren BONSER (GA)

Christina EM

Catrin ESHO

Fiona HUSSEY

Jacquie IHLOW

Mimi LAM

Gail LEES

Jane MLINARIC

Emani PILIAE

Maryanne PIZZOLATO

Merin PUTHENKUDI JAMES

Ola RAMADAN

Pravin SHARMA

Aaron STEWART

Wayne THORN

Chris TRPKOVSKI

Marta VASQUEZ

Danielle WORGAN

Stacey VO

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Have a question for our principal or teachers?

Our friendly office team can help you get in touch.

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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.