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
As the Principal of Mary Brooksbank School, I welcome you to our website and hope that you will enjoy the information offered.
Mary Brooksbank School is a dedicated centre of educational excellence established on the 18th of August 1987, specifically catering to students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities, often accompanied by complex behavioural and emotional needs.
In 2025, we serve a diverse student population of 123 students, 10% of whom are from First Nations backgrounds, 58% from language backgrounds other than English, across 20 classes ranging from Kindergarten to Year 12. We use Positive Behaviour for Learning and Play-Based Learning principles to foster an inclusive and supportive environment.
The school provides quality curriculum access with accommodations and adjustments for all students on an individualised basis. We implement K – 12 curriculums as students work towards the Record of School Achievement (ROSA) and Higher School Certificate (HSC).
If you have any queries relating to our school, please contact our Administration Office on (02) 4628 4555 or by emailing marybrooks-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Kevin Thoms
Principal
Mary Brooksbank 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
Mary Brooksbank School is staffed by professional, university-educated teachers who have outstanding skills in supporting the complex learning needs of our students. Each class is also staffed by a School Learning Support Officer (SLSO) who is vital to supporting our students growth in academic, communication and daily living skill domains.
The staff are passionate about serving the diverse community of Southwestern Sydney. Our school motto, Independence and Acceptance, underpins our goal to support students to develop into creative, confident and accomplished young people. As a staff we do this by partnering with our students, their families, external service providers, the Campbelltown Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG) and our local schools to develop a culture of connection and high expectations that supports the achievement of personalised learning goals and the pursuit of personal and academic excellence.
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