A Message from Our Principal, Cameron Adams

Greetings,

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the vibrant community of Samson Primary School.

Founded in May 1987, Samson Primary is nestled south of the Swan River in the heart of the Fremantle area, near the Samson Recreation Centre. Our intake area spans surrounding communities, including parts of Kardinya and O'Connor. We also proudly support students outside of our local intake zone through our Specialized Learning Program for students with Autism.

In his global research in educational reform Emeritus Professor Russell Bishop from the University of Waikato, New Zealand highlighted a crucial principle:

“What works for marginalised and minoritised students, works for all students, but not necessarily the other way around.”

This belief in equity is central to our school values and shapes how our educators strive to become skilled and empathetic practitioners. Our values—Respect, Inclusivity, Safety, and Self-Awareness (RISE)—guide our approach to teaching and learning, ensuring that every student feels valued and supported.

At Samson Primary, we are fortunate to have a dedicated local community, strong leadership from our Parent and Citizens Committee, and guidance from our School Council. Together with our experienced Executive Leadership team, we maintain high expectations and accountability for both academic and personal growth.

Our vision and priorities are built on the latest research in education and organisational improvement, ensuring that we are responsive to both local needs and global trends. We are committed to fostering an environment where students can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

We deeply value the emotional well-being of our students, staff, and community. By teaching emotional awareness and regulation, we create a safe and supportive space for everyone. This is further strengthened through the implementation of the Emotion Code and Respectful Relationships frameworks, which help both educators and parents support students in processing their emotions in constructive ways.

With our evidence-based teaching programs, including our Specialised Learning Program for Autism (SLP), led by expert educators and supported by skilled educational assistants and allied professionals, we are dedicated to accelerating the learning outcomes of all our students.

We are excited to continue this journey of growth, and I look forward to working together to create a supportive and inspiring environment for all members of the Samson Primary community.

Warm regards,
Cameron Adams
Principal