Staff 2024
Our staff are a dedicated team of Christians and highly experienced educators. Many are local to the school and attend churches across the region. Their commitment to teaching and learning is exemplary - providing a range of learning options to cater for a diverse range of needs.
Erica Groube is our talented Year 0-2 teacher. She is proficient in Te Reo Māori and brings so much life and enthusiasm to our school! She attends Celebration Centre in Nelson.
Susy Neilson is our talented Year 4-6 teacher. She is a highly experienced classroom practitioner with a Postgraduate Certificate in Behaviour and Learning. Her previous experience includes RTLB (Resource Teacher of Learning and Behaviour) and a Learning Support Co-ordinator to connect whānau and students with external agencies. She loves paddleboarding and biking - she brings so much life to our team. She attends Hills Church in Māpua.
Rachel Fitches is our extraordinary Year 6-8 teacher and Deputy Principal. Along with organising her family of four, she has recently completed her Masters of Education through the University of Canterbury - what an achievement! She attends Grace Church in Richmond.
Neetha Mudhan is our new principal.
Connie Sherlock is our brilliant Year 2-4 teacher!
Ginnie Parker is our top-notch office administrator. She works hard to make sure the behind-the-scenes works extremely smoothly. We appreciate everything she does!
Louise Vette is our Garden to Table co-ordinator, Teacher-aide and librarian. She attends Motueka Baptist Church and also runs our Friends of School group.
Other valued staff:
Mark Merriman - Groundsman
Daniel Luke - School Cleaner