Our Principal and staff

Principal's Welcome

Mr Simon Rowlands, School Principal

Welcome to O’Sullivan Beach Primary School, where we embrace our students’ diversity and cater to their individual needs. Our vision is to cultivate a community grounded in cooperation, achievement, respect, and empathy. We strive to create an environment where every student can thrive, achieve their personal best, and develop into compassionate, respectful, and collaborative individuals.

At O’Sullivan Beach, we pride ourselves on our award-winning grounds, which provide a beautiful and engaging learning environment. Our school has a unique, family-like atmosphere where all staff members know each of our students personally. This close-knit community ensures that every child feels valued and supported.

We offer specialised Science and Health/P.E. programs delivered by dedicated professionals passionate about their subjects. These programs are part of our commitment to providing a well-rounded education that focuses on the whole student, nurturing academic skills, physical health, and scientific curiosity.

Our values – Cooperation, Achievement, Respect, and Empathy (C.A.R.E.) are at the core of everything we do. We foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment from Reception to Year 6, where students are challenged and engaged in all aspects of their education. Our innovative approach includes sharing learning intentions and success criteria with students and promoting independence, creativity, and responsibility.

We believe in the power of a positive and united community working together to achieve common goals. Each staff member is dedicated to the care and education of our students, understanding that happy students learn more effectively. We create a safe learning environment where making mistakes is welcomed, and the power of feedback is maximised to build success.

Education at O’Sullivan Beach is about more than just a challenging curriculum. What sets us apart is our commitment to our C.A.R.E. values:

• Cooperation: We work together to achieve our goals and support one another.
• Achievement: We encourage persistence and celebrate progress, even when challenges arise.
• Respect: We respect ourselves, others, and our environment.
• Empathy: We strive to understand and share the feelings of others.

Our goal is to develop resilient and optimistic students who have a thirst for knowledge and the skills to navigate their own progress. We are committed to sailing ahead to success, developing our future leaders in partnership with the school community.

I look forward to speaking with you about this wonderful place of learning. Please call and arrange a time to come in and chat with me and explore an enriching environment for your child’s primary schooling.

Kind regards,

Simon Rowlands
Principal