homebush ps asr 2011
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Messages
Principal’s message I am pleased to present the Annual School Report for 2011.
The Annual School Report reflects self‐evaluation processes undertaken within Homebush Public School throughout 2010 and summarises some of our priorities and achievements for the year.
Throughout 2011, a sound balance of educational, cultural, sporting and student welfare programs were provided for students by a dedicated and professional staff. The quality of these programs, reflected by high student achievement, clearly demonstrates that the first priority of Homebush Public School is the education and welfare of its students.
Further proof lies in the fact that the staff have decided to completely revise the school’s K—6 literacy program during 2012. This will involve a lot of professional learning, staff discussion and time devoted to sourcing and creating new resources. Although student achievement is quite high compared to state norms, our members of staff have demonstrated their commitment to their own learning and the continual improvement of the school’s educational programs.
Thank you for your interest and support during my first year as principal of Homebush PS in 2011. I look forward to your participation and involvement in 2012 and welcome any feedback you may have about our Annual School Report.
I certify that the information in this report is the result of a rigorous school self‐evaluation process and is a balanced and genuine account of the school’s achievements and areas for development.
Jack Liston, Principal.
P & C message
It is my pleasure to send this message on behalf of the Parents and Citizens (P&C) for the Annual School Report.
During 2011, the P&C committee was actively engaged to achieve the planned activities. The P&C raises funds via various events to assist with the school’s educational needs. It was also involved in discussion with school management during our monthly meeting on issues such as school reports, exams, sports, upgrading technology & assets, canteen and running the uniform shop.
At monthly meetings, we arranged presentations by external suppliers regarding their products and services. This was helpful in selecting products that provide value for money. Also the School Principal, Jack Liston presented the academic results of NAPLAN to the P&C. The analysis of regional and state‐wide results indicated that the Homebush Public School is currently performing very well.
This year the school started to participate in UNSW tests, even though it is not part of the school curriculum. The teacher’s dedication and hard work is to be applauded.
To continue to support the school and children to achieve this high standard in coming years, it is important to have every parent’s involvement to contribute at least a few hours per month either through the P&C or directly with the school.
I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the school principal, teachers, parents, students and the school administrators who have supported the P&C in a wide range of P&C activities and initiatives during this year. I would also like to thank the parent volunteers who have spent many hours helping on various occasions.
T. Khanthan (P&C President)
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Staff information
Homebush Public School has twenty classroom teachers who are supported by school executive, support teachers and administrative staff, including a full‐time general assistant. Three specialist language teachers are also employed at the school. The staff is culturally diverse with two Aboriginal staff members.
Homebush Public School is fortunate to have committed staff members. There have been few changes to the school’s staff in the past two years. Teachers tend to remain at our school once appointed.
Staff establishment
Position Number
Principal 1
Assistant Principal(s) 4
Classroom Teachers 17
Teacher of Community Languages 2.6
Teacher of RFF & PT 1.64
Teacher of Reading Recovery 0.5
Support Teacher Learning Assistance 0.6
Teacher Librarian 1
Teacher of ESL 2.6
Counsellor 0.21
School Administrative & Support Staff 3.962
Total 34.902
Teacher qualifications
All teaching staff met the professional requirements for teaching in NSW Public Schools. This involves an annual formal assessment process.
Qualifications % of staff
Degree or Diploma 92
Postgraduate 8
Financial summary
This summary covers funds for operating costs and does not involve expenditure areas such as permanent salaries, building and major maintenance.
Date of financial summary: 30/11/2011Income $
Balance brought forward 230919.69Global funds 309649.89Tied funds 52325.03School & community sources 268345.49Interest 12633.27Trust receipts 23485.20Canteen 0.00Total income 897358.57
ExpenditureTeaching & learning Key learning areas 55604.27 Excurs ions 55974.61 Extracurricular dissections 98596.21Library 8080.76Training & development 672.00Tied funds 71241.29Casual relief teachers 73476.89Administration & office 77944.12School‐operated canteen 0.00Util ities 49174.45Maintenance 12273.00Trust accounts 23038.48Capital programs 123805.72Total expenditure 649881.80Balance carried forward 247476.77
The school has a leased canteen.
A full copy of the school’s 2011 financial statement is tabled at the annual general meetings of the School Council and the parent body. Further details concerning the statement can be obtained by contacting the school.
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Yr 3: from Band 1 (lowest) to Band 6 (highest for Year 3)
Yr 5: from Band 3 (lowest) to Band 8 (highest for Year 5)
Literacy – NAPLAN Year 3
Year 3 students at Homebush Public School demonstrated significantly higher proficiency rates in reading than the state average.
Year 3 students demonstrated higher proficiency rates in writing than the state average.
Year 3 students demonstrated markedly higher proficiency rates in spelling than the state average.
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Year 3 students demonstrated higher proficiency rates in grammar and punctuation than the state average.
Numeracy – NAPLAN Year 3
Year 3 students at Homebush Public School demonstrated higher proficiency rates in numeracy than the state average.
Literacy – NAPLAN Year 5
Year 5 students at Homebush Public School demonstrated higher proficiency rates in reading than the state average.
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Establish benchmark figures for students arriving late for school and work to improve them
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Strategies to achieve this target include:
promote and facilitate effective strategies to improve student attendance including:
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promote and facilitate effective strategies to improve student punctuality including:
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engage parents to act as K—2 reading monitors during the morning literacy program; and
increase the number of formal meeting times between parents and staff by:
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― increasing the number of parent education programs in the school; and
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Increase the percentage of Year 3 students achieving at or above proficiency in NAPLAN reading from a three year average of 51.6% to 57.6% (2% per year).
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Increase the percentage of Year 5 students achieving at or above proficiency in NAPLAN reading from a three year average of 38.1% to 44.1% (2% per year).
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