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The friendly support staff are available to assist students and families where possible. Office Staff Librarians AIEOs EAs Grounds Staff Relief Staff Support Staff Office Staff The friendly office staff greet all visitors in the school office each day. They are very good at answering questions and directing parents to the area of need. They can assist with attendance, fee payment, school calendar enquiries and general questions. Office Staff Mrs Steph Dainter-Bryan Mrs Jo Jefferies Mrs Helen Soper Mrs Belinda Ng Librarians Librarians Ms Sharon Brown Mrs Rhonda Farina AIEOs Aboriginal Indigenous Education Officers Two dedicated education officers are available to assist parents, children and the school in cultural understandings and activities. The AIEOs can be seen at many events around the school as well as in the classrooms. They welcome parent comments, thoughts and concerns. Please contact them at school or via email Mr Gavin Murray Mrs Kylie Perry Education Assistants EAs Around the Grounds Staff The hard working grounds staff ensure we have a clean, tidy and safe environment for staff to work in and, most importantly, children to learn in. If there is an area of need in the school please inform the Office Staff. Grounds Staff Mr Chris Williams Cleaning Staff Relief Staff Relief Teachers Mrs Courtney Scuderi Mrs Lauren Obschonka BACK

Specialists Specialist Areas O'Connor Primary is well equipped to provide a range of specialist learning areas for our students. The specialist classes compliment the classroom activities while providing targeted and dedicated learning in a specific area. Please see the links below for more detail. Health Science Languages Technologies Phys Ed The Arts BACK

O'Connor Primary is exceptionally lucky to have  a number of experienced staff. The main role of Teaching and Learning Leaders is to support teachers in the classroom and assist with the teaching and learning programs. TaLLs Teaching & Learning Leaders O'Connor Primary is exceptionally lucky to have a number of experienced staff. The main role of Teaching and Learning Leaders is to support teachers in the classroom and assist with the teaching and learning programs. Mrs Tamara Ferguson Mr Hamish Arnold "I encourage students to have high expectations in both their standards of work and their attitudes towards learning. This is so that each individual has the opportunity to achieve success and develop into their full potential." "Every child deserves a champion: an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists they become the best they can possibly be." - Rita Pierson Ms Hayley Burston "To me, strong relationships are at the heart of meaningful learning. By fostering trust, respect, and responsibility, I empower students to grow academically and personally within a supportive community." "They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel." - Carl W. Buehner BACK

The leadership team at O'Connor Primary School consists of the principal and three deputies. Our Administration Team Admin Team Principal's Message Mr Damien Dickinson "Spend each day trying to be a little wiser than you were when you woke up." - Charlie Munger O'Connor Primary School is a friendly school that values the support and participation of the school community. The staff are dedicated and enthusiastic in their endeavour to ensure the best outcomes possible for every student. This is epitomised in the school motto 'Friendship and Achievement'. This is also incorporated into our values acronym “FAIR” – Friendship, Achievement, Inclusion and Respect. Being O’Connor FAIR is a focus when talking to students about behaviour and responsibility. O’Connor PS has been operating since 1996 and we are proudly an Independent Public School. As a staff, we pride ourselves in the development of the whole child through the diversity of our programs, enthusiasm of our staff and support of our community. Our staff aim to make a difference by encouraging excellence and supporting the whole child. Our classrooms are vibrant with modern technology to make learning exciting and challenging. Working together with families we can achieve success. At school, we build on the foundation laid by parents and we encourage parents and carers to become actively involved in school life. A strong partnership between home and school is essential to maximise each child’s opportunities and growth. Welcome to our school. Principal Deputies & School Context Deputy Vision O’Connor Primary School supports an inclusive learning environment which fosters our school motto of “Friendship & Achievement”. We nurture students academically, emotionally and socially by respecting individual cultural differences and supporting all to reach their potential. Mrs Toni Colling "Students don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care." - John C. Maxwell Beliefs We believe in: Establishing a safe, caring and inclusive environment relevant to all needs. Delivering high quality teaching and learning programs through engagement, explicit and inclusive teaching strategies in line with school and School Curriculum & Standards Authority direction. Establishing high expectations of behaviour and achievement through reflection, target setting and individual/group development. Building strong links with the community through proactive promotion of the school and the inclusive practices displayed. Staff having an understanding of teaching that links curriculum, assessment and student engagement through self-reflection and appropriate support. Mrs Carmen Gallagher "Every child has a different learning style and pace. Each child is unique, not only capable of learning but also capable of succeeding." - Robert John Meehan Deputy Ms Belinda Morris "It is vital that when educating our children's brains, that we do not neglect to educate their hearts." - Dalai Lama Values Staff and students display the school values by modelling appropriate actions to others: F riendship ... We believe all are able to develop social skills and display values that promote friendship and appropriate relationships with others. A chievement ... We believe all children are capable of achieving their personal best through encouragement and support. I nclusion ... We believe we have an obligation to be inclusive of all. R espect ... We believe all members of society should show respect to others and their surroundings. Deputy BACK

Classrooms Early Kindergarten EC 5 | Echidnas EC 4 | Goannas EC 4 | Kangaroos EC 6 | Joeys EC 6 | Emus Pre-Primary EC 1 EC 2 EC 3 EC 4 Year One Room 1 Room 2 Room 3 Room 6 Junior Year Two Room 5 Room 6 Room 7 Room 8 Room 9 Year Three Room 10 Room 11 Room 28 Room 29 Room 31 Middle Year Four Room 36 Room 32 Room 35 Room 30 Room 31 Year Five Room 15 Room 16 Room 25 Room 35 Senior Year Six Room 25 Room 22 Room 23 Room 24 BACK

Our Junior Choir Assembly will be held at 2.00pm on Thursday 18th June. Junior Choir Assembly Our Junior Choir Assembly will be held at 2.00pm on Thursday 18th June. 18 June 2026 at 6:00:00 am Anchor 1 BACK

Latest News NAIDOC Week O'Connor Primary School will be celebrating NAIDOC Week in Week 10 this term. More Senior Assembly Our Senior Assembly will be held at 2.00pm on Thursday 11th June. More P&C General Meeting There will be a P&C General Meeting held on Monday 15th June. All parents are invited, and encouraged, to come along. The meeting will be held in the Staff Room at 6:00pm. Come and be actively involved in supporting your school in fundraising, events, canteen, uniform shop and classrooms. Represent your views on matters within the school community. More Junior Choir Assembly Our Junior Choir Assembly will be held at 2.00pm on Thursday 18th June. More Life Education Life Ed offers a range of age-appropriate primary school modules aligned to the curriculum. Designed to inspire and empower students, providing knowledge, skills and strategies through interactive learning experiences. Kindergarten to Year 6 students will be taking part in these lessons over the course of a week. More Eagles / Fever Cup Students in the Football Academy team and the Year Six netball team will be taking part in the Eagles and Fever Cup More School Development Day - Pupil Free Day School Development Day - Pupil Free Day More Scholastic Book Fair The Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the library between Tuesday 21st and Friday 24th November. More information will follow as it comes to hand. More Parent Information Night The purpose of this evening is to allow your child's teacher to introduce themselves and talk about expectations and activities. More Crazy Hair Day Crazy Hair Day on Wednesday 30th August in support of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. Wear your hair the craziest way you can! (No hairspray is to be brought to school). We are asking that students and staff bring along a gold coin donation to wear crazy hair and the money raised will be donated to help children in remote communities. More Book Week Parade This year's Book Parade will be held on Tuesday 19th August (Monday 18th August for Kangaroos, Joeys and Echidnas). The theme for 2025 is 'Book an Adventure'. Please keep an eye on the website and Compass for more information as it comes to hand. More Public Holiday Public Holiday - WA DAY More

Early Childhood National Quality Standard School staff use the National Quality Standard to optimise development and learning in Kindergarten to Year 2. A continuous reflection and improvement cycle is embedded to reflect on practices, identify strengths, identify areas for improvement and monitor progress. The National Quality Standard (NQS) includes seven quality areas: Educational program and practice Children’s health and safety Physical environment Staffing arrangements Relationships with children Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Governance and leadership The current focus at O'Connor Primary School is: Physical Environment The physical environment is our current focus to support children’s wellbeing, creativity and developing independence. We plan to provide a diverse range of experiences that promote children’s learning and development whilst creating spaces that keep children safe. Home

Senior students in Years 4 to 6 participate in a special program on a Friday afternoon between 2:00 pm and 2:40 pm. Students choose a club at the start of each term where they will develop teamwork, communication skills and self esteem. It also provides students the opportunity to work with peers and teachers outside their normal classroom. To assist in the cost of providing such a program, parents are asked to pay a contribution of $15 for the year. Senior Clubs Senior students in Years 4 to 6 participate in a special program on a Friday afternoon between 2:00 pm and 2:40 pm. Students choose a club at the start of each term where they will develop teamwork, communication skills and self esteem. It also provides students the opportunity to work with peers and teachers outside their normal classroom. To assist in the cost of providing such a program, parents are asked to pay a contribution of $15 for the year. Downloads Initiatives Page

At O'Connor Primary, lessons have been created by teachers across the school that address the Cultural Standards Framework. Cultural Studies Cultural Standards Framework At O’Connor Primary School our staff have reviewed and reflected on the Cultural Standards Framework released by the Department of Education. Lessons have been created by teachers across the school and it is expected that one lesson per week addresses these cultural standards. We are very fortunate to have two Aboriginal and Islander Education Officers on our staff who are available to share their knowledge and skills to assist staff, students and families. The O'Connor Primary School Reconciliation Action Plan RAP With the ongoing help of staff, parents, community members and students, O'Connor Primary School has created a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Our RAP consists of strategies that promote reconciliation in our own school context. BACK

O’Connor Primary School has the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) expectations embedded in our culture. Positive Behaviour Support Key Principles O’Connor Primary School has the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) expectations embedded in our culture. Our school FAIR values of Friendship, Achievement, Inclusion and Respect are clearly communicated and underpin everything we do and every conversation. Life-Long Skills PBS is an evidence based, whole school approach to behaviour management. School behaviour expectations are clearly defined and taught. Positive behaviour is rewarded and celebrated. It is a framework that will improve student academic and behavioural outcomes. BACK

​Throughout the year, O'Connor Primary implements a number of events and initiatives across the whole school. These range from clubs and programs that occur every few days to annual competitions and celebrations such as sporting events and nationally organised schemes. Top of Page Commemoration & Reconciliation Whole School Year Six School Initiatives Sporting Events Galleries Galleries Throughout the year, O'Connor Primary implements a number of events and initiatives across the whole school. These range from clubs and programs that occur every few days to annual competitions and celebrations such as sporting events and nationally organised schemes. School Events Sporting Events Cross Country Home Interschool Carnivals Home Eagles & Fever Cup Home Jump Rope for Heart Home Faction Carnival 1 Home Lightning Carnivals Home Faction Carnival 2 Home Swimming Carnival Home Football Academy Home Sporting Events Commemoration & Reconciliation Events ANZAC Day Home Harmony Day Home NAIDOC Week Home Remembrance Day Home Commemoration & Reconciliation Whole School Events Book Week Home Colour Fun Run Home End of Year Concert | K Home End of Year Concert | P-6 Home Water Fun Day Home Whole School Year Six Events Year Six KBCHS Transition Home Year Six Graduation Home Year Six Dinner Dance Home Year Six Camp Home Year Six School Initiatives School Initiatives 100 Days of School Breakfast Club Dress as your Teacher Father's Day Breakfast Incursions Morning Fitness Outdoor Learning Day Play Parties Active Club Choir Excursions Fundraisers Leadership Day NAPLAN Quiz PEAC Rug and Read Art Competition Discos Family Picnic Day Glowtastic Disco Learning Journey Numero Competition Peer Support Senior Clubs Home