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Leadership Team
I am delighted to be the Foundation Principal for West Rolleston Primary School. I feel very strongly about the importance of school community and will work alongside the staff, BoT and families/whānau to create a school where children feel safe and enjoy many opportunities for learning and success.
I have taught in Christchurch, Levin and London. Prior to this position I was the principal of Shirley Primary School for eight and a half years. I have a Diploma in Teaching, a Bachelor of Education and a Masters of Education with Distinction endorsed in Leadership.
Favourite Book: I try to read everything my kids read so lots of dystopian novels at the moment
Favourite Food: Green onion chips, sausage rolls, chop suey, roast chicken, pizza
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I am running my kids around to their various sports and dance activities with my husband Tony, or I am trying to keep fit and healthy with a bit of tennis, or a nice stroll around Selwyn...or a wee bit of shoe shopping!
What an opportunity it was in 2015 to work alongside Sylvia, Amanda as well as the Establishment board; people so passionate and driven about education, creating the framework for the new school and watching the site change from a paddock to the amazing school it is today. I am really passionate about the environment and science in particular and so I am looking forward to giving our kids lots of opportunities to learn about the amazing world around them and how and why we need to look after it.
Fav book: The Magic of Reality by Richard Dawkins
Fav food: Indian curry
When I'm not at school I like being a dad and hanging out with my son Charlie and my awesome wife Ellie!
Favourite Book: Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism
Favourite Food: Tacos
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend time with my family and play sport
Team Leaders
Role: Team Leader
Favourite Book: Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult
Favourite Food: Homemade Burgers!
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I am going out for coffee!
Role: Team Leader
Favourite Book: Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
Favourite Food: Any thing with some delicious cheese
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I am outside enjoying the sunshine going for walks, exploring my new surroundings or giving my garden some TLC.
Role: Team Leader
Favourite Book: Anything by David Walliams
Favourite Food:Roast beef with Yorkshire Pudding
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to be a mum to my two gorgeous girls and spend time on the water.
Role: Team Leader
Favourite Book: Asterix the Gaul
Favourite Food: Indian dishes and Roasts
When I am not at West Rolleston Primary I am a taxi driver, taking my two children Samara and Kobe to their various sports and enjoying watching them participate.
Learning Support Co-ordinator
Role: - Learning Support Co-ordinator
Favourite Book: Georges Marvellous Medicine
Favourite Food: Cheese
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to watch movies
Teachers
Role: Teacher Favourite Book: The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss Favourite Food: Bacon & eggs When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to try out new cafes around Chch and enjoy the outdoors. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: Emily Gravett picture books are the best! One of my absolute favourites is Little Mouse’s Big Book of Fears. Favourite Food: Nothing beats my Mum's vege soup! When I'm not in Rolleston I am adventuring with my family or spending time with friends. My parents live in Central Otago and I love to get home as often as possible. Another one of my favourite hangouts is at my husband's family bach at Lake Alexandrina, near Tekapo. We love to get out fishing and down there is the perfect spot to get out the fly rods and soak up the surroundings! Role: Teacher Favourite book: The Witch in the Cherry Tree by Margaret Mahy Favourite food: Nutella and Indian When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I am out discovering new walking tracks or shopping. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: I am a huge fan of Dr. Seuss Favourite Food: Sushi When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend time with my friends and whanau, as well as enjoy the outdoors walking my dog. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: The Girl in Times Square by Paullina Simons Favourite Food: Cheese - any kind When I am not at West Rolleston Primary I am part of a book club, love hanging out with my husband and 3 grown children and having fun with friends and travelling as much as possible.
Role: Teacher Favourite Book: I love Jodi Picoult novels. My favourite picture book when I was in primary school was The Little Blue Penguin. Favourite Food: Summer fruits, and chips and kiwi onion dip When I am not at West Rolleston Primary I am often travelling backwards and forwards to Dunedin, and walking around golf courses watching my partner play. I love catching up with my friends and family, often finding different coffee shops and cafes to explore. Favourite Book: Anything by David Walliams Favourite Food: Lasagne, potato chips and dip, cheese and chocolate When I'm not at West Rolleston School I love hanging out with my 11 year old daughter and 8 year old son and also watching them play their sports. I love going out for lunches or dinner and also a bit of shopping. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: I love ‘Oh the places you’ll go’ by Dr Seuss, or ‘Of thee I sing’ which Barack Obama wrote to his daughters. Favourite Food: Quinoa Soup, Sushi, or Vindaloo! When I’m not at West Rolleston I love to go for a run or a nice walk outside, I love to go camping or travel to new and exciting places! Favourite Book: Danny the Champion of the World by Roald Dahl Role: Teacher Favourite Food: Indian, Lasagne, Roast lamb When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend time with my family and friends, coaching my son's cricket team, playing sport (running, basketball and touch) and gardening Favourite Book: I love reading! My favourite picture books are by Mo Willems and I enjoy anything to do with history, travel and art. Favourite Food: Apple crumble, sushi and anything I don't have to cook myself! When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to ....spend time with my family, explore New Zealand and go shopping. Favourite Book: The Game of Thrones or anything by Wilbur Smith. Favourite Food: Bluff Oysters When I'm not at West Rolleston: I'm having fun adventures with my two beautiful girls, my dog and my wonderful wife. Role: Teacher (On leave 2020) Favourite Book: Jodi Picoult novels and I love Dr Seuss Books! Favourite Food: Indian food and fresh fruit - My favourites are blueberries, watermelon and mango. When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to .... spend time with my friends and family. I also like exploring the outdoors, keeping active at the gym and travelling to new places! Favourite Book: I recently read Gone Girl and really enjoyed it. When I am not at West Rolleston Primary I enjoy getting outdoors and spending time with my three lovely kids and husband, or doing little jobs around our mini farm. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: The Terrible Two Favourite Food: Chicken Enchiladas When I'm not at West Rolleston I love to spend time with my family and friends. I also love to play sports and going for walks. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: The Hitchhikers guide to the galaxy Favourite Food: Ramen and Pizza When I'm not at West Rolleston I like to watch the NBA and the NFL and paint miniature models. Other than that I like to catch up with my friends and family. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: The Harry Potter series Favourite Food: Raspberries and Ice Cream When I'm not at West Rolleston I like to spend time with my family and friends, playing netball and walking my dog. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: George's marvellous medicine Favourite Food: Pizza and Nachos When I'm not at West Rolleston I like to play music with my friends, watch sports and explore various walking tracks with my partner. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: Dog Zen by Mark Vette Favourite Food: Pavlova When I'm not at West Rolleston I like to walk my dog and play lots of sport. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: Harry Potter series Favourite Food: Thai Green Curry and Strawberries When I'm not at West Rolleston I am spending time with friends and family, shopping, adventuring to new places and getting active at the gym. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin Favourite Food: Italian food and chocolate When I am not at West Rolleston Primary School I like to spend time with my family and my dog. I have three beautiful daughters - Ella is almost 12, Abigail who is nearly 10 and Ruby who is 7 in July and my husbands name is Ben. Our dog is an english cocker spaniel and is called "Lady" from lady and the Tramp. We love taking her for walks, going for bike rides and camping. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: Anything from David Walliams Favourite Food: Sushi and Chocolate When I am not at West Rolleston Primary I like to: Play sports, eat delicious food and spend time with my Role: Teacher Favourite Book: Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith Favourite Food: Thai Curry When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend time with my family, walking my dog, travelling and keeping fit Role: Teacher Favourite Book: Wonder, by R J Palacio Favourite Food: Love all summer fruits and ice cream. When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend time with family and friends, bake, travel, be active in the outdoors including walking, mountain biking, dirt bike riding and snowboarding. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: I love all of Julia Donaldson’s picture books Favourite Food: Sushi, chips and dip and chocolate When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I am often spending time with family and friends exploring the outdoors and shopping, I also love heading home to the family farm when I can. Role: Teacher Favourite Book: 1984 by George Orwell Favourite Food: Salt and Vinegar Crisps When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to be outside enjoying what nature has to offer or reading a good book. Role: Part time Teacher Favourite Book: You before me by Jojo Moyes Favourite Food: Mint chocolate biscuits dunked in a cup of English Breakfast tea. When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend time with my two beautiful children Levi and Freya, go out for a run and spend time camping at the beach. Favourite Book: The Magic Faraway Tree Collection Favourite Food: Thai Curries When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend time with my family and friends Favourite Book: The Outlander Series Favourite Food: Indian Lamb Korma When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I am teaching at Oaklands School and watching or coaching my boys with their Basketball Role: Teacher Favourite Book: Down the back of the chair by Margaret Mahy Favourite Food: Cheese and crackers When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend time with my wee family at home, at the beach, park - anywhere. Role: Reading Recovery Teacher Favourite Book: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak When I am not at West Rolleston School, I can be seen supporting my three boys on the sideline, while they play sports. I love to read and I enjoy participating in quiz nights. I really enjoy sewing, and I like making clothes for myself and my friends. Favourite Food: Lasagne Favourite Book: Anything by Roald Dahl When I’m not at school I love to sing, play my guitar and spend time with my family Favourite book: The Accidental Time Traveler by Janis Mackay Favourite food: Favourite food: Hot chocolate fudge cake with ice cream When I am not at West Rolleston I enjoy Zumba, cycling round Mcleans Forest with my family and chasing my kids to their various sporting activities Favourite Book: Hairy Maclary Books Favourite Food: Asian foods When I am not at West Rolleston Primary I am spending time with my husband Nigel, and three busy boys Harry, Jack and Sam. We all enjoy getting out and about exploring rain or shine! I also enjoy helping out with GROW (pta) when I can. Favourite Book: 1984 Favourite Food: Vegetable curry When I am not at West Rolleston Primary I love to watch my boys play football and take long walks in the countryside with my dog Lottie. Role: Teaching Assistant Favourite Book: A Stone for Danny Fisher Favourite Food: Potato - any way is great When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to be in my garden, walk my dog and spend time with family and friends.
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gorgeous baby daughter, Penelope.
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Teacher Assistants
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Favourite Book: Courage to Soar, by Simone Biles
Favourite Food: Sushi
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend my time in the gym coaching young athletes the sport of competitive gymnastics I also love to get outdoors to surf and snowboard.
Role: Teaching Assistant
Favourite Book: Anything by Philippa Gregory
Favourite Food: Indian - Butter Chicken
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend my time walking my dog, spending time with my kids, going shopping and reading.
Role: Teaching Assistant
Favourite Book: Soul Surfer by Bethany Hamiliton
Favourite Food: NZ Roast Dinner
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to play basketball and go on adventures
Office Team
Favourite Book: Cross Stitch
Favourite Food: Chips and Dip
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to play netball and hang out with my three kids Lockie, Charlie, Dom and husband Derek
Favourite Book: Too many to pick one but I would say Angela's Ashes
Favourite Food: Thai
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary : I like to upcycle and create things. I love reading and spending time with the family and I love looking after my vegetable patch and all the chooks, ducks and animals that we have rescued over the years.
Favourite Book: I love books by Jojo Moyes and Jodi Picoult
Favourite Food: Roast dinner with all the trimmings
When I'm not at West Rolleston Primary I like to try out new restaurants with my husband Lyndon. I also love riding my horses and competing in dressage.
Favourite food - Sunday roast
Favourite book - Harry Potter
When I'm not working at West Rolleston Primary I like to spend time in my garden, get down to my caravan in Twizel as much as possible and enjoy the great New Zealand outdoors
Favourite food - Chocolate
Favourite book - Anything by Judy Nunn
When Im not working at West Rolleston Primary School I like to spend time with my Grandchildren.