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​​St Francis Xavier Catholic School has a staff of fifty personnel in full and part time positions. The leadership team consists of:
  • Parish Administrator:  Fr Matthias Ogwo
  • Associate Pastor:  Fr Anthony Nguyen
  • Principal:  Ms Olivia Rostirolla
  • Assistant Principal Administration:  Ms Mary Oxenham
  • Assistant Principal Religious Education:  Mrs Amanda Griffin
  • Assistant Principal Curriculum:  Mrs Jodie Benfer

Our Parish Priest, Father Matthias Ogwo, who is supported in his ministries by Fr Anthony Nguyen, works closely with the school to provide pastoral and spiritual support in liturgies and Catholic education.

The school office is administered by a Secretary and Finance Officer.  Most classes are staffed by teachers in a full time capacity. Some classes are managed by teachers in a job share position. Students also enjoy lessons provided by a Drama Specialist, Music Specialist, Physical Education Specialists.

The school is privileged to have a well-equipped Learning Support department. Brendan Clews (Learning Support Teacher) heads a team of part-time Teacher Assistants, who work closely with classroom teachers to cater for a wide range of individual needs. Alta Pienaar, supports Brendan as the ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher and by co-ordinating specialised withdrawn support groups.

The school community is supported by a Technology Coordinator, a Library Coordinator, and a part-time Student Counsellor.
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A groundsman and cleaning staff are responsible for the ancillary services.
St Francis Xavier Mackay
Principal:  Ms Olivia Rostirolla

Cnr Bridge Road and Mackenzie Street,
West Mackay  QLD  4740
Phone:  07 4951 1861     |     07 4994 8275
Email:  [email protected]

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  • HOME
  • STUDENT PROTECTION
  • ABOUT US
    • Welcome
    • School Demographics
    • History
    • Vision, Mission, School Prayer
    • Statement of Special Religious Character
    • School Report
    • Policies, Procedures, Forms
    • STUDENT WELLBEING >
      • Behaviour
      • Prevention of Bullying
      • Guidance Counsellor
      • Student Protection Officers
      • Student Health
      • SchoolTV
    • Our Staff
    • Parent Involvement
    • Communication
  • Strategic Priorities
  • ENROLMENTS
    • Enrolment Information
    • Uniform
    • School Fees
    • St Francis Xavier Catholic Kindergarten
    • Routines and Procedures
    • Lunches and Tuckshop
    • Outside School Hours Care
    • Bus Transport Assistance
  • TEACHING & LEARNING
    • Australian Curriculum
    • Assessment & Reporting
    • Faith Development
    • Inclusive Curriculum
    • Books, Materials, iPads
    • Excursions & Camps
    • Homework
    • Library
    • Sport
    • Specialist Lessons
    • Preparatory Year
    • Student Leadership and Student Council
  • NEWS & EVENTS
    • Newsletters
    • Term Dates
  • CONTACTS
    • Contact & Location Information
  • Useful Links
  • SchoolTV
  • Newsletters