Dear Parents and Families, 

Firstly, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for being so welcoming and supportive.  It has been a wonderful few weeks here and I look forward to continuing to build relationships with our incredible students and families.  The sense of community is something that has stood out from the moment I arrived, and I am so appreciative of the warmth and acceptance that has been shown by all. 

For those who are interested in some of my background and info about me... I began my teaching journey at St. Joseph’s School Tranmere. Here, I spent much of my teaching career in the older year levels until moving in to leadership where I became the leader of learning for Literacy, Mathematics, Inclusive/Gifted Education, Assessment and Moderation and the Early Years. I was fortunate enough to also be a Pedagogical Coach amongst five Catholic schools in the Eastern Region where the focus was on improving the literacy skills of students. In addition to this, I worked in the Catholic Education Office as a System Coach which allowed me the opportunity to work with many schools to improve their Literacy and Numeracy outcomes. During this time, I have had a bit of time off to spend with my little (almost terrible two-year-old) boy Renny.  Our weekends generally revolve around the football season where Port takes priority, and the rest is filled with an abundance of family, friends and food – of course!

I have a deep passion for teaching and learning and continuing to build the capacity of teachers to ensure best possible outcomes for all students in our care. As a result, I have continued to engage in study finishing my Masters in Special Education and nearing the end of my Masters in Catholic Leadership. I am looking forward to being able to support the wonderful work occurring here at St Joseph’s Kingswood and am excited by the opportunity to generate positive change and use my experience to further enhance our community. 

Until next time...!

Vanessa Saccardo

Assistant Principal