Staffing Updates

Andrew Young (Head of Performing Arts), will be taking his final bow at the end of this year, retiring from teaching after a distinguished career spanning 37 years.

Since joining Oxley College in early 2019, Andrew has left an indelible mark on our school community. Under his leadership, the Performing Arts department has flourished, with students and staff alike benefiting from his vision, creativity, and boundless passion for the arts. Andrew’s incredible direction and mentorship have brought to life some memorable musical performances for Oxley – from breathtaking school productions to the captivating performances and concerts, his ability to inspire students to reach new artistic heights has been remarkable.

Through his dedication, Andrew has not only elevated the standard of performances but also fostered a deep sense of confidence and teamwork among his students. His impact extends far beyond the stage, instilling a love for the Performing Arts that will resonate in the hearts of Oxley students and staff for years to come. His productions have consistently united the community, creating moments of joy and pride for everyone involved, from families to staff, and bringing the wider Oxley community together to celebrate our shared passion for the arts.

We wish Andrew all the best for the next chapter in his career.

We would also like to take this opportunity to acknowledge staff members who are leaving Oxley at the end of this term. Every one of them has brought something special to our community and they will be missed by staff, parents and students alike.

Grahame Chambers

Grahame heads into retirement after almost 8 years at the College and close to 40 in the teaching profession. Over his time at Oxley in addition to teaching English and Studies of Religion, Grahame has been Head of Oodgeroo House, Year 12 Co-ordinator, coached Netball, and been on three Outback trips.  His professionalism, care for his students and razor-sharp wit will be missed by us all at Oxley and we wish him the very best in retirement, which will undoubtedly involve plenty of travel & trivia!

Richard Madden

Richard started at Oxley in 2020 and has been Head of  Art, Design & Technology since 2022. There have been numerous excellent results in his faculty including student nominations to the HSC Art Express & Shape exhibitions. Richard has coached Touch Football, been on three Outback trips and brought his sense of humour to everything he does both in and out of the classroom. We wish Richard the best of luck in the future.

Shannon Marecic

Shannon has been at Oxley since 2022 as a Chemistry & Science teacher. She has been an advocate of Science and pedagogy during her time here and has also been involved with after-school Science clubs for the Junior School and the After-School Assistance Program (ASAP) with the Senior School. We wish her the very best as she moves to a new school.

Rob Willis

We are so thankful for Rob’s assistance with English over the last two terms. It is great to have such an experienced educator to step up and join us. We will no doubt see Mr Willis back in a casual capacity, once he has had a well-deserved break.

Claire Browne

The Junior School bids a heartfelt farewell to Claire who has been an invaluable part of Oxley throughout 2024. Claire has worked closely with Alison Rasheed on 3BR demonstrating exceptional dedication and teamwork. We are grateful for her contribution to the Year 6 Debating Team where her commitment left a lasting impact on the students. While we will miss her regular presence, we are hopeful that Claire will continue to be part of our staff community through casual work in Term 4.

Emily Hurkett

Emily has been a wonderful addition to the Junior School and Library Teams this term as she has taken Library classes for Years P-6. Her lovely bubbly nature and kindness to everyone have been appreciated by the students as well as her colleagues. Thank you Emily!