It is my pleasure to join Grange Primary School as Acting Principal for 2026. My journey in education has taken me through both metropolitan and regional school settings, both as a teacher and leader. This has included living and working in the community of Mt Gambier, which has instilled in me a deep appreciation for the value of strong community connections.  

I am committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming school environment where every student, family, and staff member feels valued and respected. I believe that positive relationships are the foundation for creating a supportive and engaging learning community. My philosophy centres on collaboration and continuous improvement, ensuring that all students have opportunities to thrive and develop as both a person and learner.

At Grange Primary School, we are committed to supporting every child’s academic success, wellbeing, and engagement, while helping them build the dispositions needed for lifelong learning. I look forward to working with our dedicated staff to continue progressing our shared goals and priorities, and strengthening the strong sense of community that Grange Primary School is known for.

For families new to the area or considering joining our school community, we would be delighted to show you around our facilities and discuss how the school can best support your child’s individual needs.

I look forward to meeting and working with you all over the coming year.

As the Year 3/4 Leader at Grange Primary School, I have the privilege of working closely with teachers, SSOs, students, and families to support both academic achievement and student well-being. In my role, I lead the Year 3/4 team for students, teachers, and families, working towards a collaborative and supportive environment that fosters engagement and success.

I have a whole-school focus on student well-being and engagement, which includes leading student voice initiatives, coordinating student leaders, organising and hosting assemblies, and facilitating referrals for student well-being to outside agencies when required. I am deeply committed to creating opportunities for students to actively participate in school decision-making and to feel connected to their learning community.

Building relationships with our families is crucial to our work, so please always feel welcome to make contact if you have any questions or require some support.

As the Literacy Coach, my role is to collaboratively engage with all staff members in a coaching and mentoring capacity to cultivate excellence in pedagogical practices related to reading, writing, and spelling.

I provide professional development, tailored coaching and guidance to teachers and SSOs, to effectively integrate evidence-based pedagogy with a focus on consistent instructional frameworks, and strategies aimed at maximizing student engagement and achievement.

I am particularly passionate about helping children develop their love of reading through strengthening their ability to decode and comprehend. I am deeply committed to assisting students with diverse learning needs, such as dyslexia and dysgraphia, to use digital tools and technologies to enhance accessibility and facilitate meaningful learning experiences.

In addition to my role as a Literacy Coach, I work as the Aboriginal Education Teacher (AET), where I am dedicated to supporting both the well-being of and the academic progression of our Indigenous students in literacy and numeracy.

Furthermore, I oversee the educational needs of students with English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EALD), and provide tailored support and guidance to enhance their English language proficiency and academic achievement.