Our principal and staff
Our school team is committed to every student’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging. We work together to create a supportive and inclusive school where every child is set up for success.
Welcome from our principal
At Auburn West PS we pride ourselves on delivering quality learning and wellbeing programs in a caring environment. Our commitment to the individual needs of students is demonstrated by parents, teachers and the community working together as partners to develop confident and successful children. Our school motto ‘effort is the key’ inspires us all to have high expectations in all aspects of school life and we celebrate our students' achievements with the school community in recognition of this goal.
Leanne Hodges, Principal of Auburn West Public School
Our school leaders
Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.
Our teaching staff
Your child’s school experience is shaped by the people around them. Our teachers bring experience, care and a passion for learning to every lesson. With a focus on success, they help every child reach their full potential.
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Principal
Ms Leanne Hodges
Deputy Principal
Mrs Cheryl McNamara
Assistant Principals
Mrs Julie Stanoevski (Curriculum & Instruction)
Mrs Jee Kim (Curriculum & Instruction)
Mrs Ranya Etri (Kindergarten)
Mrs Hanna El-Far (Stage 1)
Mrs Sera Choker (Stage 2)
Mrs Amna Elghoul (Stage 3)
Mr Chris Trudgett (Support Unit)
Mrs Sharon Coxsedge (Learning Support – Tu, Th, F)
Class Teachers
KB Ms Laura Benco
KE Mrs Ranya Etri (W-F)
KE Ms Jein Tun (M-Tu)
KZ Ms Nada Zreik
KM Mrs Sally MacDonald
1E Mrs Amal Elzahr
1C Mrs Maria Caraghar
1J Mrs Gehane Jebara (M, Tu, W)
1J Mrs Annie Choi (Th, F)
1/2K Ms Sohee Kwon
2E Mrs Erin Duker (M-W)
2E Mrs Hanna El-Far (Th-F)
2H Ms Brianna Hionis
2L Ms Melissa Luu
3/4F Mrs Caitlin Field (M, Tu, W)
3/4F Mrs Cansu Kurt (Th, F)
3/4R Ms Georgia Rourke
3/4S Ms Stacey Allen
3/4C Mrs Sera Choker (M, W)
3/4A Ms Zeynep Acar
5A Mrs Voula Antonopoulos
5M Ms Daniella Mendoza
5Z Ms Linda Zhang
6E Mrs Amna Elghoul (W-F)
6E Mrs Simone Hamdan (M, Tu)
6S Mrs Johanna Szirt
6C Ms Seyda Celik
Warada 1 Mr Alex Roddie
Warada 2 Mr Daniel O’Keeffe
Warada 3 Ms Sally Abdulghani
Our teachers make the difference
Committed to your child’s success
Our teachers ensure every student can thrive. They use proven ways to teach and tailor learning support for their students
Expert, connected and accredited
Our teachers are part of a strong education network. They may hold advanced accreditation. This ensuring high-quality teaching for your child.
Teachers who never stop learning
Our teachers are lifelong learners. They stay current through regular training and keep improving how they teach students.
Teacher–family partnerships
Our teachers build trust through clear communication. Our families know that their child has support and is ready to learn.
Wellbeing and support staff
Our wellbeing and support staff guide student wellbeing, learning needs and inclusion. They work with teachers to make personalised adjustments. This means each child can take part fully in school life. We make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.
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Specialist Teaching Staff
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Learning Support
Mrs Marie Alderson (Tu, W)
Mrs Sharon Coxsedge (Tu, Th, F)
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Library
Mrs Natalie Chanelian (M, F)
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English as additional Language/Dialect
Mrs Fatima El-Cheikh
Ms Masooda Faqiry
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Community Language
Mrs Miranda Nairoz (Arabic)
Mr Nashaat Riad (Arabic
Ms Elif Demir (Turkish)
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Release (RFF)
Ms Barkavae Vijayaratnam
Mrs Sarah De Casa (Tu - Warada)
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Stage Support / RFF
Ms Eliza Kellaher (Kindergarten)
Mrs Samantha Hourani (Stage 2 – Tu, F)
Mrs Cansu Kurt (Stage 2 – W)
Mr Comor McGrath (Stage 2 - M, W)
Ms Rachelle El-Hajj (Stage 3 - Th, F)
Mrs Simone Hamdan (Stage 3 - W, Th)
Mrs Ayisha Mubeen (M, Tu, W, Th)
Mrs Kim Trinh (Stage 2 - M, Tu)
Ms Ebru Oygur (Stage 1 - Th, F)
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Intervention Programs
Ms Maxelle Matthews (M, Tu, W)
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School Counsellors
Ms Francesca Tedesco (M, Tu, W, F)
Administrative and operations staff
Our administrative and operations staff keep our school running smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day. You can find them in our front office or on the school grounds.
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Administration Team
Administration Manager Mrs Sandra Forwood
Administration Officer Mrs Guner Agar
Administration Officer Mrs Kerren Smith
Administration Officer Mrs Rosalie Burland (Tu, Th, F)
Administration Officer Ms Chloe Morris
Administration Officer Ms Joanne Lee (M, W)
General Assistant Mr Gabriel Flores
Business Manager Mr Ian Adamson (M, Tu, W)
Community Liaison Officers
Mrs Wahida Bahram (M, Tu, W)
Mrs Sakini Zreika
School Learning Support Officers
Mrs Helen Franke
Ms Nahla Hadara (M, Tu, W, TH)
Ms Leila Dannaoui (Tu, W, Th, F)
Ms Genan Arja (Warada)
Ms Shikha Singh (Warada)
Ms Maira Shaukat (Warada)
Ms Mariam Nasser (M, F)
Ms Dilek Dursun (M, Tu)
Ms Adalet Kocagoz (W, F)
Mrs Halloum Kowaider (M, Tu, Th)
Ms Cristina Zappia (Tu, F)
Ms Myrna Kadar
Mr Mikail Boncukcular (M, Tu, Th)
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Additional learning support
Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.
Stories and highlights
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