As Principal of St. Ambrose, I am both honoured and delighted to be in a position to make a positive and lasting impact in the lives of our students.
I am deeply passionate about learning, and I feel a strong sense of responsibility to honour the trust that families place in us. My commitment is to lead and support our school community in nurturing a happy, inclusive, and vibrant environment that truly meets the diverse needs of every child—so they may grow, thrive, and flourish in today’s world.
At St. Ambrose, we are a team of dedicated educators who work together to create a caring and inspiring space where children feel valued, motivated, and supported. Our goal is for every student to look forward to coming to school each day, confident to explore the many rich and diverse learning opportunities we offer.
Together, we bring to life our shared vision:
“Centred by Faith – In Partnership with Community – We Provide Excellence in Learning.”
As a Community of Learners, we:
- Respect the sacred dignity of each person.
- Embrace difference and diversity.
- Engage with the deep questions of life.
- Commit to achieving the highest standards possible.
- Search for truth.
- Build a culture of learning together.
- Honour equitable access and opportunity for all.
- Seek to make a positive difference in the world.
We believe learning brings both hope and opportunity. At St. Ambrose, we view learning as a lifelong journey of discovery—one that is enriched through the shared efforts of educators, families, parish, and the wider community. Our vision for student success encompasses all areas of development: cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual.
To support this holistic approach, we offer:
- High levels of pastoral and academic support
- Engaging and inclusive learning experiences
- A strong focus on student well-being and voice
- Evidence-based instructional practices
- Differentiated and structured literacy
- A commitment to how children best learn, aligned with the latest neuroscience
We are especially proud of our use of the MACS Vision for Instruction model, which ensures that each child is taught with clarity and care through a balance of explicit instruction, guided learning, and opportunities for independence.
Above all, we recognise that parents are the first and most influential educators in a child’s life. Our staff work in partnership with you, encouraging your active involvement in school life. We welcome and value your participation, knowing that a strong home–school connection is essential to student success.
At St. Ambrose, we foster creativity, critical thinking, and flexibility—believing that learning is a natural, joyful process that all children are born ready to engage in. We aim to create an environment that provokes curiosity, inspires wonder, and cultivates growth.
Guided by the message of Christ, we strive to be a contemporary, innovative, and faith-filled learning community. We remain open to the infinite possibilities of learning, discovery, and transformation.
Our greatest strength will always be our people. Whether you are a past, present, or prospective member of our community, please know that you are always welcome. It is our privilege to walk alongside you in helping every child realise their full potential.
We look forward to working in partnership with you, and we warmly invite you to visit our school, meet our staff, and experience the spirit of St. Ambrose for yourself.
Warm regards,
Bronwyn Phillips
Principal