Annual Report 2025
West Moreton Anglican College, or WestMAC as it is affectionately known, is a dynamic Prep to Year 12 co-educational Independent School that promotes a balanced schooling experience. Our innovative teachers challenge students to actively engage in their own learning; become critical, creative and entrepreneurial thinkers; and to develop emotionally, socially and spiritually. We strive to instil a love of learning in our students so they can uncover their full potential. Students have access to and are encouraged to participate in an extensive range of enriching learning activities, both within and beyond the classroom.
The unique location of the College offers many advantages. WestMAC is set on a naturally beautiful 38-hectare semi-rural campus less than 10 minutes from Ipswich’s CBD. This provides students with a peaceful and safe learning environment, as well as convenient access to the amenities of this increasingly dynamic, growing regional centre.
Our dedicated bus services make the College easily accessible to Brisbane’s western suburbs, with enrolment trends indicating that WestMAC is increasingly attractive to families in this corridor.
The College campus includes three sub-schools: Junior (Prep to Year 6); Middle (Years 7 to 9); and Senior (Years 10 to 12). A community C&K Kindergarten is also located on campus.
At the heart of the College community is faith and service – both based on Anglican beliefs. Students are encouraged to value themselves and to be proud of their own and each other’s achievements.
This Annual Report presents a summary of WestMAC’s progress and key achievements in 2025, reflecting our ongoing commitment to inspiring students to pursue individual excellence and grow as confident, compassionate global citizens.
Andrew Peach Principal
School sector: Independent
School’s address:
8 Keswick Road, Karrabin QLD 4306
Locked Bag 8004, Ipswich QLD 4305
Total enrolments:
The College had 1495 student enrolments in 2025 in comparison to 1455 student enrolments in 2024, seeing an increase of 3.4%.
Previous enrolments numbers: 1469 in 2023, 1436 in 2022, 1407 in 2021, 1404 in 2020, 1406 in 2019, and 1409 in 2018.
Year levels offered: Prep to Year 12
Co-educational or Single Sex: Co-educational
School income broken down by funding source
Please refer to the My School website for detailed information about the College’s income by funding source: http://www.myschool.edu.au/
More information
For further information on the College and its policies, contact Deputy Principal, Mrs Janelle Lecinski on T: 07 3813 4555
Characteristics of the Student Body
Of the 1495 enrolments recorded in December 2025, 832 (56%) were female and 663 (44%) were male. The College community is drawn from a 45km radius around the campus.
Given our proximity to RAAF Base Amberley, the College nurtures its strong links with the Defence Service and supported approximately 100 Defence family students through the Defence Transition Mentor Program in 2025.
There were 30 (2%) First Nations students enrolled at the College in 2025.
In 2025, international students made up 2.3% of our enrolment, with 34 students (16 male and 18 female) enrolled in Year 9 to 12 for part of the year. These students came from countries including Hong Kong, China, Japan, Taiwan and Korea.
Distinctive Curriculum Offerings
The College proudly provides a diverse range of programs that cater to students’ varied interests and aspirations:
Broad Academic Curriculum that complies with documentation from the Australian Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) and the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA), delivered in three programs:
• Junior School for Preparatory (Prep) to Year 6
• Middle School for Years 7 to 9
• Senior School for Years 10 to 12
The College has implemented the New Art and Science of Teaching as an overarching pedagogical framework. This is an evolution in our pedagogy as previously the College used other Marzano frameworks including Dimensions of Learning and Classroom Instruction That Works
Our Prep program is one of the longest running in Queensland and offers a balanced approach to learning, thoughtfully weaving play-based experiences with opportunities to develop essential foundation literacy and numeracy skills. The program also offers specialist lessons in Mandarin Chinese, Music and Physical Education.
Extension programs in English and Literature Extension (Year 12), and Music Extension (Year 12).
The College is CRICOS registered to educate International students.
The College offers extension opportunities in the Junior School and Middle School. In addition, students are invited to participate in enrichment experiences outside of school time.
The Athlete Development Program in Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 provides skill development and support to students pursuing representative, club and school sporting pathways.
The College Farm is a well-equipped and exciting educational centre for students from Prep to Year 12, hosting a mixed range of livestock. our awardwinning Agriculture program offers student involvement in vegetable cultivation, pasture conservation and modern farming practices.
An all-inclusive sequential Outdoor Education program from Prep to Year 11 allows for real-world exploration of the Australian Curriculum’s Personal and Social capabilities and the cross-curricular Sustainability priority, whilst building a range of outdoor and life skills. The Outdoor Education program is focused on developing leadership skills and positive relationships, through experiences that encourage students to be creative, confident and resilient.
Program examples include:
• Junior School students begin their Outdoor Education experiences with a Prep day camp.
• The program builds through to a Year 1 late-night, followed by Year 2 and 3 overnight experiences on campus.
• Students embark on various off campus programs from Year 4.
• Students develop a range of camping skills as well as skills required for more challenging activities like rock climbing, canoeing, abseiling, mountain bike riding and initiative courses.
• The Year 9 camp is focused on skills being developed through the Rite Journey. During this camp, students are challenged to complete the Rite Journey Solo experience.
• Year 10 and 11 programs engage students in a range of activities designed to enhance leadership, resilience, and teamwork.
Vocational Education and Training offerings:
• Certificate III in Aviation (Remote pilot-visual line of sight), Certificate I in Construction, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, Certificate II in Engineering Pathways, Certificate III in Fitness and Certificate II in Sports and Recreation, Certificate II in Hospitality, Certificate III in Information Technology, Certificate II in Manufacturing Technology, Certificate II and III in Rural Operations, Certificate III in Visual Art, and Diploma of Business (delivered onsite).
• In 2025, 117 students were awarded one or more VET qualifications. Of this total, 86 were Certificate III courses, and 2 students achieved a Certificate IV qualification. 34 students completed Diploma studies.
Staffing Information
Staff Composition:
247 staff in total, 2 of whom identified as First Nations
Of the 247 staff:
• 138 Teaching Staff (55.9%)
• 109 Non-Teaching Staff (44.1%)
Of the 138 Teaching Staff:
• 109 Full Time (79%)
• 9 Part Time (6.5%)
• 20 Casual (14.5%)
Of the 109 Non-Teaching Staff:
• 44 Full Time (40.4%)
• 48 Part Time (44%)
• 17 Casual (15.6%)
Professional Development Programs
The proportion of the teaching staff involved in professional 100% development activities during 2025
The major professional development initiatives were as follows: Professional Engagement Program (PEP), which includes Professional Learning Communities, Teach Meets, mentoring and peer learning.
Proportion of Teaching staff retained from the previous year
Proportion of Non-Teaching staff retained from the previous year
Proportion of Teaching and Non-Teaching staff retained from the previous year
Highly Accomplished or Lead Teaching Staff Classification
Staff Retention and Turnover
At the conclusion of 2025, the College’s staff retention rate was 88.21% (teaching staff) and 92.17% (non-teaching staff). Exit Surveys conducted with these staff identify the key reasons for leaving the College as;
4 Termination (7.4%)
2 Retirement (3.7%)
2 End of contracts, not renewed (3.7%)
26 Resignation (48.14%)
Of the 26 resignations: 6 Career opportunity (23.08%) 14 Personal reasons (53.84%)
6 Other e.g. Return to study (23.08%)
Social Climate
West Moreton Anglican College is an Anglican community in the Ipswich region in which a positive school climate underpins effective teaching and learning across all year levels. The College actively cultivates respect and trust among all stakeholders, contributing to the health and wellbeing of students, staff and community members.
A comprehensive, multi-dimensional pastoral care program operates across each sub-school to meet the developmental needs of students. Within this framework, students are encouraged to demonstrate respect for others and to take responsibility for their actions within clear and consistent expectations. This proactive approach enables students to make informed choices in a safe, caring and supportive environment.
Student wellbeing is further supported through clearly articulated anti-bullying policies, which are enacted daily through a bespoke program; The WestMAC Way. This program establishes three ways of being; be prepared and engaged, be kind to oneself and others, and be courageous. These shared expectations are well understood across the College community and are designed to foster resilience, respect and responsibility in all students. While promoting accountability, The WestMAC Way also provides structured opportunities to reflect on and correct behaviour, ensuring that all students feel respected, safe and supported. In addition, students
have access to an online notification portal, enabling the reporting of inappropriate behaviour outside school hours.
Bullying is addressed across all year levels through both classroom learning and assemblies. All reports of bullying are formally investigated and managed in accordance with established procedures and findings. The College also conducts annual student surveys to monitor and inform its approach to bullying prevention and response.
West Moreton Anglican College is committed to the protection of all students in its care and adheres to all relevant legislative requirements relating to child protection. Student Protection Officers receive targeted professional development to support their roles, and all staff undertake ongoing training regarding their professional obligations. Child protection is prioritised through regular student education programs and clear communication regarding access to Student Protection Officers, as well as ongoing support services. Students also have access to School-Based Counsellors, the College Chaplain, and the Defence Liaison Officer through the Wellbeing Centre. The College also provides support to students, staff and families experiencing crisis or navigating broader societal pressures. The Chaplain and counselling staff offer ongoing care and guidance, contributing to a strong sense of community and connectedness.
Parental Involvement in the College
The P&F Association meets monthly and encourages all parents to attend and become involved as committee members. Volunteers assist with catering, fundraising and friend-raising events and activities. With sub-committee structures such as the Friends of the Arts (FOTA) Group, the P&F Association offer multiple opportunities for parents and families to participate directly or indirectly in the life of the College. Parents are involved in the support of student learning through literacy groups, reading in classrooms, Art activities and assistance with incursions and excursions.
Satisfaction Data
Parents also provide support for the Student Experiences programs through sport coaching and management. Parents are also involved with the College’s broader program, providing volunteer assistance with administrative tasks in student services, the library and other areas that directly support students. Parent representatives contribute to the College’s governance through membership on the College Council. Parent participation is also sought through the Annual Parent Satisfaction Survey instrument.
West Moreton Anglican College is committed to listening to the views and expectations of key stakeholders and commissions independent surveys to provide performance feedback on a wide range of related education topics.
The feedback from these surveys greatly assists the College with both its operational and strategic planning and its determination to continually improve the educational experience offered to students.
In 2025, 185 parents and 314 students from Years 4, 6, 9 and 12 participated in surveys and provided views on areas such as academic performance, pastoral care, Religious and Values Education, student experiences, music, sport, communications, reputation and facilities.
Parent Satisfaction
A selection of the parents’ findings are detailed below, ranked in order of the importance the parents placed on reasons for choosing a school.
The top 5 areas are noted below:
81% of parents noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to the quality of teaching
83% of parents noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to the focus on student wellbeing
82% of parents noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to a quality education at a reasonable expense
93% of parents noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to a balanced education
91% of parents noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to the range of subject choices
Student Satisfaction
A selection of Year 9 and 12 students’ findings are detailed below, ranked in order of the importance the parents placed on reasons for choosing a school.
The top five areas are noted below:
70% of students noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to the quality of teaching
88% of students noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to a balanced education
81% of students noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to the range of subject choices
85% of students noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to the College’s reputation
86% of students noted their expectations were met or exceeded in relation to facilities and resources
Parent and Student Satisfaction Data
2025 WestMAC Parents - Expectations Met/Exceeded -
Percent Expectations Met/Exceeded
2025 WestMAC Years 9-12 Students - Expectations Met/Exceeded - Top 10 (n=212)
Percent Expectations Met/Exceeded
2025 WestMAC Parents and Students - Most Valued Aspects of the College
Parents and students were asked to provide open responses to the most valued aspects of West Moreton Anglican College. The most frequently nominated aspects were:
2025 West Moreton Anglican College Parents
What do you value most about your association with the College? Top 5
Staff support and care
Sense of community and belonging
Student wellbeing and happiness
Holistic/Well-rounded education
Academic standards and outcomes
2025 West Moreton Anglican College Students What do you value most about your association with the College?
5
Friendships and social connections
Sport and physical activities
Community and belonging
Education and learning
Opportunities and programs offered
Parent quotes on what they value about West Moreton Anglican College
We genuinely value being part of the College community and have no desire to leave. We believe in and strongly support the new leadership and the positive direction it is taking the school.
The children and the parents are treated as individuals and staff put in an effort to get to know us as such.
‘[The College] provides high levels of education in a co-educational environment. [We also value] their values, boundaries, guidance and consequences.
The growth of our children in their identity and sense of self, the pride they have in their school and their place in it, and the endless opportunities that they are afforded.
I greatly value the communication and relationships established between teachers and parents, and I make a conscious effort to keep them updated on my child’s progress.
Student quotes on what they value about West Moreton Anglican College
A community that that I am proud to be a part of and am happy to come to every day.
I like being a student a WestMAC because it is a great place to learn and it provides a safe environment for me. It is also because it offers many amazing opportunities and subjects for me, and I have great friends and friendly peers around me.
I have enjoyed my time at WestMAC connecting with peers from all grades, and I have made some life-long friends here.
Dance program and the friends/experiences made from having similar interests.
Developing friendships and bonds with my peers. I also value the recognition of sports, dance and drama programs.
I love how many subjects we have in classrooms instead of just two or three subjects a day. I love that there are so many opportunities and amazing programs. I love the extracurriculars and connecting with people. I love the community feeling and the College spirit.
NAPLAN results for Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 in 2025
West Moreton Anglican College’s 2025 NAPLAN results for Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 are publicly available on the My School website: http://www.myschool.edu.au/
Key Student Outcomes
Average student attendance rate for the whole school
The average attendance rate for the whole school as a percentage in 2025 was 90.75%*.
Average student attendance rate for each year level
*Disclaimer - A number of Year 11 and Year 12 students are involved in off-campus educational activities.
How non-attendance is managed by the College
At WestMAC the non-attendance of students is managed in a variety of ways. Under the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006, parents have a legislated responsibility to ensure that any child under the age of 16 years attends school regularly.
At WestMAC we are committed to providing an environment where children and young people receive the highest standard of care, and we strive to ensure that child safety and wellbeing support is consistently embedded in practice and is the responsibility of all staff. We strive daily to create conditions that reduce the likelihood of harm to children and young people and that increase the likelihood of identifying harm. Acting in the best interests of children and young people is at the heart of what we do.
Consequently, WestMAC has developed a suite of comprehensive Work Instructions that detail the procedures for managing student attendance. Teachers are instructed to record student attendance through the online roll for each lesson, and an audit of staff’s compliance with student attendance is conducted regularly by our Child and Youth Risk Management Officer. Specifically, nonattendance is managed in a variety of ways:
Late Arrivals
Any student who arrives late during the school day is required to report to the relevant sub-school reception to sign in on the register through software call Passtab. Students are issued with a late pass for the class teacher. A parent or caregiver note in the Student Diary explains the reason for the late arrival. If the reason is unacceptable or no note is provided, the sub-school receptionist contacts the parent or caregiver. Parents or caregivers are required to accompany Prep to Year 6 students into Junior School reception and sign them in with the Junior School receptionist.
Early Departures
Any student who leaves the College during the school day is required to report to the relevant sub-school reception with a note of permission written by a parent or caregiver in the Student Diary. Alternatively, parents or caregivers may contact reception via telephone or SMS to provide the reason and arrange time of student departure.
The parent or caregiver must sign the student out via the Early Departure Register through Passtab software. Any student leaving during the school day for an appointment and then returning to campus will need to be signed out and signed in at the relevant sub-school reception.
If a student becomes ill during the day, they are to be directed to the Health Centre where a College Registered Nurse will contact a parent or caregiver to collect them if necessary. In such a case the student will be signed out in the Early Departure Register (Passtab software) in the Health Centre. The Nurse notifies the appropriate sub-school reception about the student’s departure.
Reporting Student Absence
If a child is absent from school, parents or caregivers are expected to phone the Absentee Line prior to 8.15am on the day of absence. The parents or caregivers of students who are not in attendance at school and/or in cases where no reason for absence has been provided, will receive an SMS from the College. If a parent or caregiver response to the initial SMS is not received in a timely manner, the sub-school Receptionist will contact the parent or caregiver directly via a phone call.
Reporting
Extended Student Absence
Should parents or caregivers absent their child from the College for an extended period of time during the academic year, a letter providing details (reasons and dates) must be forwarded to the Head of School for approval prior to such absences.
Should a student fail to attend school for an extended period (approximately 2 weeks) without explanation, the College will contact parents. Additionally, an official letter from the College Principal or authorised delegate will be sent to the parent or caregiver, reminding them of their legislated obligation to ensure the student attends school regularly. If required, the Principal, or delegate, will notify the relevant authorities in the case of an extended unexplained absence. The College requires a term’s notice for withdrawal of a child’s enrolment, and follow-up occurs as above if anecdotal advice is received about a student leaving the College without official notification from the parent or caregiver.
Apparent retention rate for Years 10 to 12
The Year 12 student enrolment as a percentage of the Year 10 cohort is 86.82%.
Year 12 Outcomes
Number of students awarded a Senior Education Profile
Number of students awarded a Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement
Number of students who received an ATAR
Number of students who are completing or completed a School-based Apprenticeship 17 or Traineeship (SAT)
Number of students awarded one or more Vocational Education and Training 117 (VET) qualifications
Number of students awarded a Queensland Certificate of Education at the end of Year 12 145
Number of students awarded an International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBD)
Percentage of Year 12 students who received an ATAR above 90
Percentage of Year 12 students who are completing or completed a SAT or were
awarded one or more of the following: QCE, IBD, VET qualification
Percentage of Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) applicants receiving
a tertiary offer
2025 Leavers Survey Results
At the time of publishing this Annual Report, the results of the 2025 post-school destinations survey, Next Steps - Student Destination report were not available. Information about these post-school destinations will be uploaded in September, after the release of the information
