Ms Amy Brown joined our School in 2021 as an Economics teacher and has made a meaningful impact on the students in her class, and the netball team that she managed. Ms Brown talks about her teaching career and the origins of her passion for education.

I started my teaching career in 2017, and since then I have taught at several schools including Penrhos College, Baldivis Secondary College and Fountain College. Along the way I have predominantly taught Humanities and Social Sciences, but I have also had experience in Business and Digital Technologies.

I grew up in Perth, but always thought I would end up in the country. Throughout my childhood, I always enjoyed visits to my grandparents’ farms in Newdegate and Trayning and visiting my cousins in Yelbeni. The desire for a sea change and country lifestyle lead me to make the move to Busselton, and start teaching in Bunbury. The COVID-19 pandemic really prompted the change to happen quicker!

Alongside completing my university studies, I discovered my passion for education while working part-time as a chess coach at Penrhos College, and a tutor. I really appreciate the way education can change lives and affect our overall wellbeing. The teaching profession offers both challenge and reward, and it is always inspiring to see students grow in terms of confidence, knowledge, and skills.

I am thrilled to be working at Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School. It has a very welcoming environment, with a beautiful bush setting. Both students and staff alike strive for the highest, and we have excellent resources available.

I have been particularly excited about teaching Economics, and helping students improve their financial literacy. Being team manager for one of the Hawks Netball teams last year was also enjoyable as I saw a big improvement in our girls’ sporting abilities and one of our student coaches did a wonderful job. Being a little bit competitive, it was also great that we won the season!

I am excited about the future of the School and our wonderful students, and hope to grow along with them