Annandale State School Transcript Welcome to Annandale State School Trevor Buchanan (Principal) 0:00 Welcome to Annandale State School. As one of North Queensland’s largest primary schools, we provide a holistic, high-quality education, delivered by dedicated staff that work in partnership with our broader community. The school is situated in the heart of the tropical city of Townsville, North Queensland, Australia. Our school is a rich tapestry of cultures with over 30 distinct backgrounds represented. The diversity creates a dynamic learning environment where students develop an appreciation for inclusivity and community spirit. This collaborative approach is central to our Annandale Attitude, a set of desired dispositions, supported through our core values of be safe, be a learner and be respectful. Lisa Sweeney (Head of Department – Student Services) 0:43 What I love about Annandale is that we meet every student where they’re at and help them move forward with confidence. We’re focused not just on academic growth, but on social and emotion growth too. Our teachers really get to know our kids, what they’re good at, what excites them, what they need some extra help with. Rosabella Zhang (School Captain) 0:59 The best thing about Annandale State School to me is probably the cultural diversity we have here. We have a lot of different cultures and kids that come from different backgrounds. My job as a school captain is to help run parades, volunteer around the school, be a role model to younger students. Tegan Hart (Teacher) 1:18 Our school works very closely with Education Queensland International, and we are part of their International Student Program, which is a great honour, because we’re the only primary school in Townsville that is connected to EQI in this way. This means that students from all over the world are invited to our school for primary education, and they’ll receive extra assistance with their English being their second, third, fourth language sometimes. Raquel Gomez Guiffrida (Teacher Aide & Parent) 1:47 I can tell you from experience that coming from a different country, not knowing how my daughter would adapt to a new school, a new language was very scary. But from day one, the school made adjustments to make my daughter feel welcomed and included. She had a communication board on her desk in English and Spanish, a lanyard to help her find her way around the school, and a designated buddy to make sure she didn’t feel alone. Lily Dong (Teacher) 2:10 Annandale State School has a lot of students from different countries learning a foreign language, we can teach them to get along and understand each other in a harmonious way. Colleen Carr-Pauline (Head of Special Education Services) 2:26 At Annandale, wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We know that when children feel safe, connected and valued, they are best positioned to learn and thrive. Our school prioritises this through a strong support network that includes the Head of Student Services, dedicated wellbeing staff, and a large experienced inclusion team. Lauren Palmer (Teacher) 2:45 In our classroom technology is very important with supporting those children. We use technologies that can translate in real time, so we use laptops that will translate as I’m teaching to the students. Sophie Lambie (School Captain) 2:58 My school day is special when I walk in and I see everyone’s smiling faces. Seeing the teachers and my friends, it’s like, I fell like I belong. Riveen Ratnayake (House Captain) 3:08 Annandale’s the best school because the multiple opportunities you get and the friendly student and staff they have here. Brett Hull (Teacher) 3:16 Annandale is great in regards to, it gives kids an opportunity to participate in a number of things. Sport’s my passion and we give kids opportunities to just play sport, but also to go further and become representative sportsmen and women. Ann Marie Hancock (teacher) 3:30 I think the most rewarding part of my job is spreading the joy of music and love of music to the children that I teach. Students can be involved in many things, regardless of ability or level. Lisa Sweeney (Head of Department Student Services) 3:47 Every day I see our students growing into kind, curious, confident learners. That’s something really special to be a part of. Sophie Lambie (School Captain) 3:54 Annandale, it’s a very welcoming school and they like to give you lots of responsibility to use when you’re older. Trevor Buchanan (Principal) 4:03 If Annandale State School is the choice for your child’s primary education, please reach out to our enrolments team and we’d love to support you in engaging with our school for your child’s education.