Who We Are
Mastery Schools Australia opened its first campus in Varsity Lakes in 2021 to provide a quality educational alternative for students who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging from mainstream schooling. At MSA we aim to develop the academic foundations and resilience which allow students to re-enter mainstream education Australia wide.
We offer evidence-based, structured approaches to support learning and development across a range of student needs. We meet students where they are at and ensure they have the proper support and systems to leverage their strengths and potential to accelerate their learning. With campuses located across the east-coast of Australia, we are a Middle School that caters for students from years 4-10.
A wide variety of data indicates that there are a significant number of middle school aged students who have disengaged from mainstream schooling due to social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. In addition, data from the Grattan Institute suggests that up to 40% of students in Australian schools could be classified as disengaged.
Our emphasis is on exceptional teaching, quality curriculum and programs, and high expectations of students and staff. We believe this focus will produce exceptional results for our students.
Our Vision
Our Vision
For all students to reach their full potential
Our Mission
Our Mission
Providing the highest quality academic and
well-being education for all students.
Our Values
Our Values
Resilience
Discipline
High Expectations
Personal Responsibility
Discipline
High Expectations
Personal Responsibility
Executive Team
Andrew Pirie
Principal Southport & Varsity Lakes
Ashleigh Mitchell
General Manager - Corporate Services
Fiona O'Donnell
General Manager – People & Culture
Matt Cavanough
Principal – Coolangatta
Sharyn Angel
Principal – Springfield
Michael Roberts
Managing Director
Toni Hatten-Roberts
Director of Teaching and Learning
Toni Hatten-Roberts
Director of Teaching and Learning