This weekend, Allegra School Coffs Harbour proudly celebrates a remarkable achievement. Our very own Kylie Walters has been recognised as one of Australia’s 50 best teachers. This national honour shines a spotlight on what our school community has long known: Kylie is a transformative educator whose dedication, innovation, and impact have changed lives.
From the classroom to the broader educational landscape, Kylie’s influence is profound. Her work with students who face some of the most significant barriers to learning exemplifies the power of inclusive, purposeful teaching. Whether reimagining how mathematics can be taught or mentoring the next generation of educators, Kylie is a force for equity, excellence, and inspiration.
Read on to discover why Kylie’s story is resonating across Australia — and why we are so proud to call her part of the Allegra team.
A Champion for Equity in Education
Kylie Walters exemplifies the very best of Australian teaching, making an extraordinary impact in remote, rural, and regional schools throughout her career. As an educator dedicated to students who often face the greatest barriers to learning, Kylie is not only a teacher but a champion of educational equity. Her ability to inspire, innovate, and empower her students, particularly in special assistance education, makes her an outstanding candidate for any campaign celebrating Australia’s best teachers.
Transforming Mathematics for Every Learner
Currently teaching at Allegra School Coffs Harbour, a Special Assistance High School where all students have a diagnosed disability, Kylie has redefined what it means to make the curriculum accessible. Using explicit teaching to extend her students and creativity to stretch their critical thinking skills, she ensures that every student, regardless of their challenges, can engage meaningfully with mathematics. The results speak for themselves — her students have improved their PAT numeracy scores by an average of 21 months in just one academic year.
Leadership that Shapes the System
Beyond her direct classroom impact, Kylie plays a key leadership role in shaping the future of education. As a Core Team member for Deep Learning and in her third year as a Mentor Teacher with the AISNSW Teaching School Hubs, she is deeply invested in improving teaching practice at a system level. Her ability to mentor and develop the next generation of teachers is exemplified by one of her trainee teachers, who was employed even before completing his degree due to the exceptional impact of Kylie’s guidance in the classroom.
Real-World Learning in Action
Kylie’s deep commitment to education is also evident in her dynamic teaching methods. Her classroom is not just a space for learning formulas — it is a hub for real-world application. Whether it’s designing Joey Pouches for Wildcare Australia or using laser printing to explore mathematical scaling, Kylie ensures that students experience mathematics in a tangible, engaging, and deeply relevant way.
Taking Allegra Global
In recognition of her expertise and dedication, Kylie has been selected to represent Allegra School as part of the Australia-ASEAN Bridge Program. Throughout 2025 and early 2026, she will be collaborating with a school in the Philippines, further broadening her impact through international education partnerships. This prestigious opportunity highlights her ability to foster global connections and enhance learning experiences beyond the Australian classroom.
Why Kylie Deserves National Recognition
Colleagues describe her as “creative, resourceful, and tireless”, and it is this combination of dedication, innovation, and student-centred teaching that makes Kylie Walters an undeniable asset to Allegra School and to Australian education as a whole. Her passion for learning is contagious, her ability to unlock students’ potential is unmatched, and her impact extends far beyond the classroom.
For these reasons and more, Kylie Walters truly deserves her place among Australia’s 50 best teachers.
