Kangaloon Public School

Annual School Report 2014

[school code] 2255

RSL. We really appreciate your generosity and involvement with our school.

School context statement Kangaloon Public School is a close-knit rural school where our students, their families and the local community are welcomed, valued and respected. The school currently has an enrolment of 30 students and features two multi-stage classes. The dedicated, cohesive and experienced staff focuses on maximising learning outcomes for all students by delivering quality teaching and learning programs and the promotion of student wellbeing. They are actively supported by the local community and Parents and Citizens’ Association (P&C).

When we look back at our year and celebrate our achievements we think about the amazing experiences that we have had; fantastic excursions to Minumurra, Canberra, the Bike Safety Park and the beach. We have had amazing visitors to our school such as Fizzics Ed, development officers from a wide variety of sports and the Forrestville Band. The children have experienced wonderful cultural experiences like Oz Opera, Musica Viva and our entertaining Kangaloon’s Gat Talent and the Wizard of Oz performances. We have held moving ceremonies that commemorated ANZAC Day, VP Day and Remembrance Day. This year we celebrated Education Week with a wonderful Lego fun day. Kangaloon has provided a fantastic range of sporting events; carnivals, Gala Days School Knockout competitions, gymnastics and Swimming.

Principal’s message In 2014 our focus was on each of our students as individuals. We talked with the children and met with their parents to design personalised learning plans for each student. We attended training and development aimed at supporting these plans and, as a result, have seen all of the children exceed our expectations for them. All of the children have demonstrated excellent improvement.

None of these activities and experiences would be possible with the wonderful efforts of our staff and parents and the fantastic motivation, enthusiasm and participation of our students. You have all done an amazing job this year and should be very proud of your efforts.

Our children have a strong sense of ownership of our school. Earlier this year they responded to survey questions about what was important to them about school. All of them indicated that it was important to come to school to learn and all of them said that it was important to look after each other. Often our students articulate our school values of kindness and cooperation. They speak about how important it is for the big kids to look after the little kids and about how they love coming to Kangaloon School.

What a year! What a school!

Monica Thomas

Kangaloon School successfully provides outstanding opportunities for our children because of the talents and dedication of our teachers, parents and community members. There are many other people who contribute to the running of our school. Parents who help out with canteen, banking, fundraising, transport, soup days, the garden and co-op, craft and music. I would also like to acknowledge the ongoing support of Mr Stephen Spence and the Mittagong

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plastic blinds under the COLA and donated money to the school for books and apps for the ipads.

P & C message 2014 has been an exceptional year at Kangaloon Public School. This year our executive committee consisted of Charlotte as the Vice President, Laura as the treasurer and Carmel as the secretary. All of the executive members did an outstanding job and I would like to thank them for their wonderful efforts.

I would like to thank the staff for their wonderful efforts this year. Our children are very lucky to have you as their teachers.

Susan Whatman

Carmel and Annie organised the KO Angus Bull Sale fundraising day. Records show it was our most profitable so far. I would like to thank Theo Onisforou for his ongoing support and generosity to our school. We are lucky to have so many other committee members that are always there to help out when needed. So a big thanks to you all. Another major fundraising event we held this year was the Garden Day. This event just keeps getting better every year. I would like to thank the Historic Garden Society, Southern Highlands Branch for working with us to make this a successful day. Also, thank you to the very kind and generous garden owners; we certainly couldn’t do this without them. The feedback we have received is so positive; I hope that we can keep finding new gardens every year.

Student representative’s message This year Kangaloon Public School had a great year learning, competing and most of all having fun. The start of 2014 was fabulous. All the kids came back or started school with smiles on their faces. The year started with our traditional swimming carnival at Bundunoon swimming pool. Next came along the Bong Bong swimming carnival where all the students tried their hardest but unfortunately didn’t make it to the district carnival. Scott and Jake from the NRL came every term to teach us the rules and some tips on how to play Rugby League. We also went on an excursion to Minimurra Rainforest. The school went on a bush walk and talked about all types of animals, trees and plants that are found in the rainforest. We had a fantastic day. Next, of course, it was the Robertson Show and this year it was sunny. When we got there we first went around and looked at all the stands and everything that was there. Then our school joined

The catering committee headed up by Harriet and Matt came together again for the annual Cricket Gala Day in September. It was a fantastic day again and another personal best in the amount of funds raised. Well done everyone. We the committee could not be a success if it weren’t for these amazing people. Our small school P & C raised almost $9000.00 this year. This money has been raised for our children. We are currently saving for a soft fall area to be installed under the COLA to keep the children safe and warmer during the winter months. We have made a large donation to the Kangaloon Hall this year. We have a very close relationship with the hall and would not be able to give our children as many activities and experiences if the hall wasn’t there. We have also paid for a security screen on the Primary Class window, repaired the

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other schools to do the Spud Olympics on the oval. All the students had a fun day. On clean up Australia Day our school took part in cleaning up Australia. The little class stayed at school and cleaned up the playground while the big class cleaned up the side of the road.

Memorial. We put a poppy next to some soldiers’ names. The children had a great day. The book week celebration was really good this year. All the children dressed up in really good costumes. Batman even visited. Later that term the students got to show parents their gymnastics, skipping and work. The children were all tired from all the skipping. Term three was exciting and fun for everyone.

In Term 2 we learned about the Roman Empire. The children had fun learning about Rome and even had a Roman Feast with lots of food. We had our District Cross Country. Paddy and Charles competed in their races but unfortunately they did not make it to the next level. The Bong Bong Athletics was a brilliant day and all the kids tried really hard. Also this term we learnt about road safety and even went on an excursion to Campbelltown where we rode bikes and learnt how to look after a bike. Kangaloon went to see Musica Viva at Exeter Public School. The children liked seeing the different instruments and music. This year Kangaloon’s Got Talent was the best ever, with magic, jokes and a wedding.

Term 4 started off with the Wizard of OZ. All of the children acted and had fun as munchkin’s wizards, lions and a very scary witch. It was a great evening. SHYAC’s ‘Willow Blues’ was a great performance and all the kids loved it. The Year 5 and 6 children went to Morisset camp. There they learnt skills and had a lot of fun. Later in the spring the children went swimming for two weeks. At our excursion to Warilla beach the children learnt how to spot rips and how to be safe in the water. We were also fortunate enough to get to see the Forestville band. The children from Forestville also stayed for a sausage sandwich and had some watermelon and had one of Mrs Dunn’s yummy cupcakes. To end the year the children had a presentation night. The children performed and got certificates. Later in the evening Santa came and all the kids got books.

Term 3 started off with the District Athletics Carnival. Charles, Nathan, Henry and Jordan competed in the PP5 relay. It was a breath taking run. Darcey also ran the 100 metres sprint and Henry did high jump. He flew like a bird. We also competed in the small schools touch footy knockout. We played Captain’s Flat Public School, but unfortunately we lost 10 to 9. The Cricket Gala Day was a very fun day with parents helping with canteen. At the end of the day the students had a catching comp and met with cricket stars Shane Watson, Moses Hendricks and Nic Maddison. Next, some of the students competed in the English and Maths competitions and all the students got good results. Later in the term Mrs Dunn organised a Lego fun day for Education Week. The children did lots of Lego activities. We dressed in bright colours and had a great day. We also went to Canberra and saw Parliament House, the Museum of Democracy and the War

2014 was a great year.

Charles Whatman and Paddy Lunt

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Student information

Workforce information

It is a requirement that the reporting of information for all students be consistent with privacy and personal information policies.

It is a requirement that the reporting of information for all staff must be consistent with privacy and personal information policies. Mrs Monica Thomas is the Principal and teacher for the Primary Class. Mrs Lynette Dunn is the teacher for the Infants Class. Mrs Alissa Whatman was employed on a casual basis 2 days a week to take Executive Release and Release from Face To Face. Her responsibilities are talking and listening, grammar, measurement, creative and performing arts.

Student enrolment profile Gender Male Female

2008 7 3

2009 12 14

2010 14 16

2011 15 16

2012 14 16

2013 16 12

2014 16 15

Casual teachers are employed to take additional Executive Release. The same 2 casuals are employed for consistency. Mrs Jill Miller is employed 20 days a year in her role as a Learning Support Teacher. Mrs Miller works a day a week with students who are experiencing difficulties in Literacy and Numeracy.

Workforce composition Position Principal Deputy Principal(s) Assistant Principal(s) Head Teachers Classroom Teacher(s) Teacher of Reading Recovery Learning and Support Teacher(s) Teacher Librarian Teacher of ESL School Counsellor School Administrative & Support Staff Total

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Student attendance profile Year K 1 2 3 4 5 6 Total K 1 2 3 4 5 6 Total

2009 80.0 91.3 97.6 91.4 95.4 97.7 91.3 93.1 94.3 93.7 94 94.1 94 94 93.6 92.1

2010 97.0 93.4 93.6 95.2 96.8 93.6 96.0 95.4 94.7 94.2 94.4 94.5 94.5 94.4 94.0 94.4

2011 93.2 93.1 91.0 96.2 92.8 92.9 94.9 93.2 94.7 94.2 94.2 94.4 94.3 94.2 93.8 94.3

2012 94.5 91.4 93.0 90.2 95.1 94.1 94.0 93.1 94.3 93.9 94.2 94.4 94.3 94.2 93.8 94.2

2013 94.6 95.5 92.5 96.0 93.6 98.3 97.0 95.4 95.0 94.5 94.7 94.8 94.7 94.5 94.1 94.7

2014 96.7 94.2 96.1 98.0 93.2 98.2 85.7 94.8 95.2 94.7 94.9 95.0 94.9 94.8 94.2 94.8

Number 1.0 0 0 0 2.0 0 0.1 0.86 0 4 Days PA 7 Days PF 3.4

The Australian Education Regulation, 2014 requires schools to report on Aboriginal composition of their workforce. There are no Indigenous staff members at Kangaloon Public School.

Teacher qualifications Management of non-attendance

All teaching staff meet the professional requirements for teaching in NSW public schools.

The school uses the Sentral based WebAttend roll marking facility, which allows for accurate record keeping. Letters are sent each week to follow up unexplained absences. The HSLO audits the rolls each semester and the school principal acts upon any recommendations.

Qualifications Degree or Diploma Postgraduate

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% of staff 75% 25%

Professional accreditation

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Financial summary

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This summary covers funds for operating costs and does not involve expenditure areas such as permanent salaries, building and major maintenance.

In 2014 staff attended Professional Learning in line with the school plan, individual needs and the needs of students.

Date of financial summary

Staff attended Code of Conduct, Child Protection and Multi Lit Training. Teachers attended Focus on Writing and Taking off With Numeracy Training. Schools also participated in the All Schools Technology Day, ipads in action, Prime Mathematics Workshop, Road Safety Education, and Library Conferences. The principal attended Business Intelligence Training and attended a number of Primary Principal’s Council and Network meetings.

Income Balance brought forward Global funds Tied funds School & community sources Interest Trust receipts Canteen Total income Expenditure Teaching & learning

The average expenditure per teacher on professional development was $2124.03. Total school expenditure on professional development was $8496.11.

Key learning areas Excursions Extracurricular dissections

Library Training & development Tied funds Casual relief teachers Administration & office School-operated canteen Utilities Maintenance Trust accounts Capital programs Total expenditure Balance carried forward

Kangaloon Public School has one New Scheme Teacher who is maintaining accreditation at Proficient.

Beginning Teachers There were no beginning teachers at Kangaloon Public School in 2014

30/11/2014 $ 16588.58 56871.40 13622.09 13638.80 692.13 8032.45 0.00 109445.45

13501.63 415.80 10787.87 4103.18 5166.21 13789.55 6772.54 16841.45 0.00 7055.79 8050.75 8336.45 0.00 94821.22 14624.23

A full copy of the school’s 2014 financial statement is tabled at the annual general meetings of the School Council and/or the parent body. Further details concerning the statement can be obtained by contacting the school.

School performance 2014 The children at Kangaloon are offered a comprehensive choice in curriculum and participate in many different and varied educational activities.

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Academic achievements

Other achievements

NAPLAN

Arts

In the National Assessment Program, the results across the Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 literacy and numeracy assessments are reported on a scale from Band 1 to Band 10.

The children have had many experiences in Creative and Performing Arts during 2014. 

All students attended Musica Viva and Oz Opera performances; they also attended the SHYAC performance of “Willow Blues”. The Bowral Decorative and Fine Arts Society organized for Richard Bradshaw to perform a puppet show for the students

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Students entered art work in the Bowral and Robertson Shows and the Berrima District Kids on Show exhibition

The achievement scale represents increasing levels of skills and understandings demonstrated in these assessments. Year 3: Reading, Writing, Spelling and Grammar and Punctuation) Due to the reporting requirements specified in the Commonwealth Schools Assistants Regulations 2005 we were unable to display graphs as there were less than 10 students who completed testing.

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Year 5: Reading, Writing, Spelling and Grammar and Punctuation) Due to the reporting requirements specified in the Commonwealth Schools Assistants Regulations 2005 we were unable to display graphs as there were less than 10 students who completed testing.

Students performed at “Kangaloon’s Got Talent” and the whole school performance of “The Wizard of Oz”. They also performed at our ANZAC Ceremony and Presentation Night

Sport During 2014, the students had opportunity to participate in specialist programs run at school, non-competitive gala days and competitive carnivals and trials.

The My School website provides detailed information and data for national literacy and numeracy testing (NAPLAN). Click on the link http://www.myschool.edu.au and enter the school name in the Find a school and select GO to access the school data.

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All students attended, swimming and gymnastics coaching lessons run by the school

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Clinics run by development officers were held in AFL, Rugby League and Cricket

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Students in the Primary Class competed in the NSW Small Schools’ Touch Football Knockout and Highlands Small Schools Soccer Knockout

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Students participated in a cricket gala day

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The school held swimming, athletics and cross country carnivals where students were able to gain selection to higher levels

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Our PP5 relay team competed at the South Coast PSSA regional championships in Athletics

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Students were selected into the zone team in soccer and hockey

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Students participated in Bicycle Safety Day and a Beach Smart program

Other

Socio-economic background

The children have been on numerous excursions. All excursions have been closely linked to the units of work being studied. We have visited the Minamurra Rainforest, Parliament House and the Museum of Democracy in Canberra. The children have participated in a school visit from Fizzics Education

In 2014 Kangaloon Public School enhanced students’ access to a wider range curriculum learning experiences, specialist teachers and educational and community services through the funding of experiences such as the end of year small schools camp, access to gymnastics lessons, swimming scheme and the funding of a learning and support teacher to improve students’ learning outcomes.

Significant programs and initiatives – Policy and equity funding Aboriginal education Students were immersed in Aboriginal Culture with our study of rainforests and caring for the environment. Our whole school excursion to Minnamurra Rainforest and associated lessons emphasized the harmonious coexistence the Aboriginal People had with their environment. The follow up class work and creative arts program reinforced this concept. The school has purchased many new resources to support Aboriginal cultural awareness.

Multicultural education and anti-racism

School planning and evaluation 2012—2014

During Term 3, the students were involved in a study of Ancient Rome. As a part of this unit the children studied the way of life and culture of the Ancient Romans and participated in a Roman feast. Students studied rainforest communities around the world and were able to describe some similarities and differences between our culture and the cultures of people living in other environments. In conjunction with a unit of work on democracy the children attended the Australian Museum of Democracy where they taught about children’s rights and the work of UNICEF in developing countries.

School evaluation processes NSW Public Schools conduct evaluations to support the effective implementation of the school plan. The processes used include: 

Analysis of NAPLAN data

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Surveys of teachers and students

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Staff focus groups

School planning 2012-2014:

Aboriginal background

School priority 1

In 2014 Kangaloon Public School strengthened partnerships and promoted genuine collaboration between the school and Aboriginal families by providing opportunities for families to attend parent / teacher meetings outside of school hours. These meetings were used to set learning goals and prepare personalised learning plans. Funds were allocated to support these plans with additional teacher support and training and development in the areas of literacy and numeracy.

Literacy and Numeracy Outcomes from 2012–2014   

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Improved performance for all students in Literacy and Numeracy Teachers have high expectations of student achievement in Literacy and Numeracy Teachers use relevant documents/resources as a framework for explicit teaching

Evidence of progress towards outcomes in 2014:

Evidence of progress towards outcomes in 2014:

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All K-2 students achieved minimum end of year reading levels

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All K-2 students have achieved minimum end of year Schedule for Early Number Assessment (SENA) levels

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All Year 5 students have shown greater than expected growth in NAPLAN results

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Targeted students have shown growth in on the Numeracy Continuum as a direct result of the TOWN program

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Staff attend Professional Learning in focus on writing K-6

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Continue implementation of the Illawarra South East Region (ISER) Reviewing Spelling K-6

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Teachers attend training development on the English Mathematics National Curriculum

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Implement the Taking Off with Numeracy (TOWN) program

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Students regularly and formally assessed.

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Programs developed for students at risk in conjunction with the Learning Support Teacher

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Personalised Learning Plans developed for all students

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Use of the Literacy and Numeracy continuums to guide assessment and planning

All teachers are implementing the new English syllabus and trialing the new, Mathematics and Science syllabuses

Strategies to achieve these outcomes in 2014:

Strategies to achieve these outcomes in 2014: 

All students progress has been accurately mapped in both Literacy and Numeracy on the relevant continuums using Planning Literacy and Numeracy (PLAN) Software All teachers programs are developed based on student assessment results

 Use of TENS, TOWN, Best Start and SENA and PM testing kits  Deep analysis of in school and NAPLAN test results  Extension and remediation programs developed for individual students at either end of the continuum  Implementation of a structured, graded comprehension program entitled “reading for meaning”  Provide professional learning and resources to support implementation of new syllabuses  Increase and support personalised learning approaches for all students  All teachers trained in the use of PLAN software

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School priority 3

Engagement and Attainment Outcomes from 2012–2014  

School priority 2

Curriculum and Assessment

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Outcomes from 2012–2014  

Formalise school based assessment in line with TENS, PLAN, SENA and P.M. Benchmarking All teachers demonstrate efficacy in the implementation of new curriculum

Improved attendance and punctuality Increased quality use of ICT as a tool to assist with student engagement Gifted and talented students demonstrate increased engagement in learning

Evidence of progress Outcomes from 2012– 2014

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School attendance rates are at greater that 96%

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Infrastructure and hardware have been purchased to support ICT

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Students are attending the Academically Gifted Class and enrichment classes

Strategies to achieve these outcomes in 2014:        

The strategic directions for Kangaloon Public School 2015-2017 are:

Discuss school absenteeism statistics in the school newsletter and at P&C meetings Work with the Home School Liaison Officer (H.S.L.O.) to gain newsletter inclusions Develop a structured video conferencing schedule Integrate virtual excursions into units of work being studied Children use interactive programs as part of their daily learning Students use a range of publishing software programs Provide opportunity for gifted and talented students to access Community of Schools (COS) Gifted and Talented opportunities All teachers provide curriculum differentiation to cater for gifted and talented students

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Quality Teaching and learning

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Inclusive and Positive School Culture

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Connected School Community

About this report In preparing this report, the self-evaluation committee has gathered information from evaluations conducted during the year and analysed other information about the school's practices and student learning outcomes. The self-evaluation committee and school planning committee have determined targets for the school's future development. Monica Thomas Principal Lyn Dunn

K – 2 and Library Teacher

Parent/caregiver, student, and teacher satisfaction

Nancy Turner

School Administration Manager

In 2014, the school sought the opinions of parents, students and teachers about the school.

Charles Whatman School Leader

Their responses are presented below.

School contact information

Parents were asked if they felt welcome in the school, whether the teachers talked to them about their children’s learning and if they felt that the school looks for ways to improve what it does. 43% of surveys were returned with all responding yes to these questions.

Kangaloon Public School

The parents made positive comments about the staff and leadership of the school and are very willing to be involved in decision making about future directions.

Email: [email protected]

Susan Whatman Parent Representative

Paddy Lunt

Year 6 student

Robertson St Kangaloon 2576 Ph: 02 4888 2215 Fax: 02 4888 2372

Web:http://www.kangaloonp.schools.nsw.edu.au School Code: 2255 Parents can find more information about Annual School Reports, how to interpret information in the report and have the opportunity to provide feedback about the report at:

Future Directions 2015-2017 School Plan NSW DEC is implementing a new school planning process for 2015-17. The new plan will be published on the school’s website from the beginning of Term 2 2015.

http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/learning/emsad/ asr/index.php

Staff students and parents have been involved in the development of the strategic directions for Kangaloon Public School. Parents, through P & C meetings, informal discussions and surveys have had input into the process. Staff and students have also collaborated through meetings, discussions and surveys.

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