Our principal and staff

Welcome from our principal

Oak Flats High School is a highly successful comprehensive school with a long history of academic achievement together with excellence in student leadership, sport, and the creative and performing arts. We foster a strong school spirit, with broad, creative and relevant programs that encourage students from Year 7 to 12 to reach their full potential. I am proud to lead a school that is focused on meeting individual learning and wellbeing needs and ensuring every student is known, valued and cared for.

At Oak Flats High School we value students for their individuality, and we are committed to preparing students to take their place as responsible and active community members, building the knowledge and skills they will need for a positive post-school pathway.

We provide a friendly environment where students feel safe and secure, a broad curriculum and modern facilities including state-of-the art technology, a fully equipped performance hall, dance and drama studio, commercial kitchen, demonstration farm, and an Information Centre focused on 21^st century learning skills.

As your local community high school we deliver an excellent secondary education focused on ensuring every student can experience success. Diverse, differentiated and flexible teaching programs set clear standards for learning while our inspiring and passionate teachers dedicate themselves to ensuring that all our students aspire, achieve and succeed.

We are a dynamic, caring, learning community where students can achieve according to their abilities, needs and interests.

I look forward to meeting you and your child, and am confident you will join us in saying "this is where I belong".

Angela Byron, Principal of Oak Flats High School

Senior Executive Team

From left to right: Mrs Karen Fock Deputy Principal of Stage 6, Mr Adam Preedy Deputy Principal of  Stage 4, Ms Angela Byron Principal, Mr Wade Jenkins Deputy Principal of Inclusion and Support, and Mrs Maree Yates Deputy Principal of Stage 5.

Faculty Head Teachers

From left to right top row: Ms Crighton Creative and Performing Arts Head Teacher, Mrs Dalton English Head Teacher, Mr Anderberg Human Society and its Environment Head Teacher, Mr Johnson Jamberoo Centre Head Teacher, Mr Gehrke Mathematics Head Teacher. Bottom row: Mr Rossit Personal Development, Health and Physical Education Head Teacher, Mr Duci Science Head Teacher, Mr Tolley Technological and Applied Studies Head Teacher, Ms O'Brien Wellbeing Head Teacher, Ms Andonovski Teaching and Learning Head Teacher.

Year Advisors

Our Year Advisers usually stay with their cohort from Year 7 to Year 12, getting to know each student well and supporting families every step of the high school journey.

Year 7 Advisor - Mr Hooper, Year 8 Adviser - Ms Davis, Year 9 Adviser - Ms Claydon

Year 10 Adviser - Ms Wills, Year 11 Adviser - Mr Micallef, Year 12 Adviser - Mr Elston

CAPA Faculty

The CAPA Faculty inspires creativity, collaboration and confidence through music, visual arts, design, photography and performance.

From left to right: Ms G Crighton (relieving CAPA Head Teacher), Ms J Ucles, Mrs T Cullen, Mr S Gorsoski (otherwise known as Mr G, Mrs D Jenkins and Mrs S Kuit.

Not pictured: Ms I Thompson.

English Faculty

The English Faculty supports students to think deeply, communicate clearly, and grow in confidence through language and stories.

From left to right: Mrs V Skender, Mr P Steel, Mrs J Sarkissian, Ms E O'Flynn, Mrs  B Dalton  (English Head Teacher), Ms  J Andonovski  (Teaching and Learning Head Teacher), Mrs L Rolfe (School Literacy Leader), and Mrs L Jennings.

HSIE Faculty

Explore the world with our HSIE Faculty — they help students discover the past, understand the present, and feel confident about their place in it.

From left to right: Mr D O'Neill, Ms K Nguyen, Ms  A Stephens, Mr L Anderberg (HSIE Head Teacher), Miss M Wills (Year 10 Advisor and the SRC Mentor),  Mr C Wishart and Mr J Gonzales

Not pictured Mrs J Harrison

Science Faculty

Our Science faculty brings curiosity to life every day — exploring, experimenting and sharing their love of discovery with students in hands-on, engaging ways.

From left to right: Mr A Duci (Science Head Teacher), Mr A Outim, Ms J Dinsdale, Ms M Myers, Ms D Jones, Mr H McLean, Mr K Bowen, and Ms J Parker (lab technician).

Maths Faculty

Our Maths Faculty helps students understand why maths matters, inspiring confidence and practical problem-solving skills they’ll use throughout life.

From left to right: Mr T Newton, Ms S Elliott (our longest-serving teacher with an impressive 40 years at the school), Mr A Tomkins, Mr M Gehrke (Head Teacher Maths), Mr T Lawson, Mrs E Maling, and Mr L Elston (Year 12 Adviser and Teacher Administration).

PDHPE Faculty

Our PDHPE teachers inspire students to care for their wellbeing, stay active, and develop the skills to thrive.

From left to right: Mr B Hooper (Year 7 Adviser and Sport Coordinator), Miss J Burke, Mrs A Eaton, Mr D Rossit (PDHPE Head Teacher), Mrs M Yates (Deputy Principal Stage 5), Mr T Grieve, and Mr L Micallef (Year 11 Adviser and Aboriginal Education Leader).

TAS Faculty

Build real-world skills with our TAS teachers through hands-on learning in areas such as agriculture, engineering, construction and hospitality.

From left to right: Ms D O'Brien (Wellbeing Head Teacher), Mr D Tolley, Ms V Telfer, Mr S Ayrton (TAS Head Teacher), Mr R Eddy, and Ms K Stubbles.

Not pictured Mr J Dean.

Jamberoo Centre

The Jamberoo Centre Faculty offers dedicated, compassionate support, nurturing each student’s strengths and wellbeing every day.

From left to right: K Anderson, A Heyman, L Brauchart, K Ward, M Windsor, Mr K Johnson Head Teacher, S Eddy, K Burns, M Whitbread, S Van De Voorde, G Farmer, A Peggs, K Bevan, T Kennedy and P Pozzaccio.

Not pictured E Thomas & J Coulson

Learning and Support

The inspiring Learning and Support Team, are teachers (LaST) and School Learning Support Officers (SLSOs) that help every student achieve their best. They provide tailored assistance in the classroom and beyond, working with students, teachers and families to address learning needs, implement personalised strategies, and build confidence.

From left to right: L Davis (LaST & Year 7 Adviser), M Costello (SLSO) R Lee (LaST), J Dowell (SLSO), R Taylor (LaST), C Aryton (SLSO), S Willis (SLSO), J Tolley (LaST Head Teacher), A Coelho (SLSO), L O'Brien (SLSO), and R Timmins (SLSO).

Not pictured: S Mann (SLSO), J Elliott (SLSO), E Johnson (SLSO), D Gorringe (SLSO), S Whitbread (SLSO), E Day (SLSO) and L Vichikan (SLSO).

Careers Advisers

Ms Nguyen and Mr Wishart our Careers Advisers, help students explore future pathways and build the skills they need beyond school. This includes organising work experience, assisting with White Card training, and supporting students interested in apprenticeships, traineeships, university, TAFE, or the Australian Defence Force (ADF). Through tailored advice and practical opportunities, every student is guided to make informed choices about their next steps.

Aboriginal Education Team

Oak Flats High School’s Aboriginal Education Team, led by Mr Micallef alongside Aunty Lee-Anne Setter (AEO) and supported by Mr Willis and Ms Bevan (SLSOs) and Mrs Jenkins (not pictured), provides strong guidance and programs for our Indigenous students. They run in-school programs such as Sista Speak and Bro Speak, organise our NAIDOC Week and Reconciliation assemblies, and coordinate events like the ATSI Christmas party. The team also supports students through out-of-school programs including KYAK and other cultural and leadership opportunities, helping every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student feel valued, connected and supported.