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

Hello, I'm Martin Toaetolu, and I have been a proud employee of the education department for nearly 30 years.

As the principal of Bass High School, I am dedicated to fostering an environment where student needs and learning are our central focus.

At Bass High, we have exceptional teachers and leaders who are committed to helping our students succeed. Our staff are university educated. They have extensive skills in design thinking, which they use to improve our school and classroom practices. We offer targeted learning support to match the varied needs of our students, who range across all academic abilities.

Our students are articulate and optimistic about their futures. They are actively involved in the community. They participate in various community events and generously support charity organisations. The multicultural makeup of our school fosters a culture of diversity and acceptance.

We are always looking to strengthen our ties with the local community. For example, our Student Representative Council (SRC) performs a street cleaning service twice a week before school. We also support local and national charities, including the RSL.

It is a great honour to work with and serve the Bass Hill community. Together, we are creating a bright future for our students.

Martin Toaetolu,

Principal, Bass High School

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Our Deputies

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.

Ms Sian Peake
Ms Jeniffer Sheringham
Ms Dannielle Clarke

Our 2026 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.

English & Languages

  • Elena Zotos (Rel HT of English/LOTE)

  • Chrysanthi Diasinos

  • Nafessa Rahman

  • Farah El Sanoussi

  • Stephen Karakiozis

  • Torise Neemia

  • Jessica Papadimiatos

  • Wenkun Shao

  • Layla Al Hesany

  • Isobel Bruce

  • Tracy Ge (HT of Teaching & Learning)

  • Bianca Giubega

Mathematics
  • Elie Azar (Head Teacher)
  • Susan Elek
  • Mey Chhay
  • Lisa Do
  • Maryam Zahid
  • Jonathan Vassil
  • Fuat Kayhan
  • Mary Nguyen
HSIE (Human Society and its Environment)
  • Nazareen Bi (Head Teacher)
  • Sammar Alaeddine
  • Sapeda Azari
  • Rabia Begum
  • Adam Dewhrist
  • Seunghyun (Richard) Lee
  • Mustafa Roubaie
  • Daniel Versace
  • Nidal Zerika
Science
  • Emmanuel Ampofo (Head Teacher)
  • Parmond Chandra
  • Brandon Veselinovic
  • Justine Bayliss
  • Maharage Perera
  • Tam Nguyen
Technology and Applied Studies (TAS) & Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA)
  • Adam King (Head Teacher)
  • Ali Akca
  • Xiao Fu
  • Yvonne Parks
  • Nadia Ahn
  • Renee Collier
  • Jamie Jordan
  • Thomas Parkinson
  • Liz Cousin
  • Khaled Fariha
  • Francis Rodr
Personal Development, health and physical education (PDHPE)

  • Helen McGuckin (Head Teacher)

  • Adeeb Abbas

  • Catherine Ebeling

  • Amanda Inglis

  • Joshua Jackson

  • Isra Kara-Ali

  • Nino Kubecka

  • Anthony Nakhoul

  • Tanika-Jazz Noble

  • Mark Pitchard

  • Alison Ryan

  • Sydney Tran

  • Jonathan Wilson

Special Education Unit (Support)
  • Sue Hamade (Rel Head Teacher)
  • Deanna Cacciotti
  • Zeinab El Hares
  • Iain Gray
  • Helen Helou
  • Peter Squires
  • Lena Zhong
Life Skills (LAST)
  • Anna Depta
  • Ali Hussain
  • Melisa Mitsopoulos (HT of Learning & Support)
  • Teresa Zalloua
Welfare
  • Tina Trajkovski (Head Teacher)
  • Martin Brooke
Student Engagement
  • Samia Chami
  • Mona Hamed

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.

Our wellbeing and support staff
  • Bethany White (School Counsellor)
  • James Lee (School Counsellor)

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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.

Our administrative staff
  • Ms Vivian Chan - (Head Teacher)
  • Penny Koutzas

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Year Advisors

Year 7

  • A Abbas (Year Advisor)

  • J Jackson (Assistant Year Advisor)

Year 8

  • M Chhay (Year Advisor)

  • H Helou (Assistant Year Advisor)

Year 9

  • J Vassil (Year Advisor)

  • J Jordan (Assistant Year Advisor)

Year 10

  • L Do (Year Advisor)

  • M Attique (Assistant Year Advisor)

Year 11

  • A Anglis (Year Advisor)

  • A Nakhoul (Assistant Year Advisor)

Year 12

  • S Azari (Year Advisor)

  • M Zahid (Assistant Year Advisor)

Have a question for our principal or teachers?

Our friendly office team can help you get in touch.

Contact us

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Additional learning support

Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.

Stories and highlights

Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.