Our principal and staff

Our school team is committed to every student’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging. We work together to create a supportive and inclusive school where every child is set up for success.

Welcome from our principal

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Kent Road Public School, a vibrant and supportive learning community where our core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Engaged Learning are at the heart of everything we do.

Our school is built on a foundation of strong community support and collaboration. We believe that when students, staff, families, and the wider community work together, we create a positive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive. This partnership is one of our greatest strengths and helps us to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all.

At Kent Road Public School, we are committed to fostering confident, curious, and compassionate learners. Our dedicated teachers strive to engage each student through quality teaching and innovative programs that meet their individual needs and inspire a lifelong love of learning.

Whether you are a student, parent, or community member, you are an important part of our school family. Together, we actively contribute to an environment where every child feels respected, responsible, and inspired to participate fully in their education.

I look forward to all that we will achieve together as a community, supporting every student to reach their fullest potential.

Warm regards,

Ben Harrison

Relieving Principal of Kent Road Public School

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Our school leaders

Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.

Ben Harrison, Relieving Principal
Chauntal Gwynne, K-2 Relieving Deputy Principal
Peta Griffith, 3-6 Relieving Deputy Principal

Our teaching staff

Your child’s school experience is shaped by the people around them. Our teachers bring experience, care and a passion for learning to every lesson. With a focus on success, they help every child reach their full potential.

Our teaching staff

Kindergarten

  • KA - Miss Albuquerque
  • KI - Miss Izaks
  • KM - Miss McKenna
  • KH - Miss Hansford
  • KN - Mrs Hendry
  • KF - Miss Fisher (Assistant Principal)
  • KD - Miss Nigem

Year 1

  • 1H - Mrs Higgerson (Assistant Principal)
  • 1A - Ms Sy
  • 1Z - Miss Zoratto
  • 1C - Miss Choi
  • 1D - Mrs Hodges
  • 1F - Miss Stevens

Year 2

  • 2F - Miss Field (Assistant Principal)
  • 2WN - Mrs Wilkes and Mrs Nadesan
  • 2E - Miss Sutton
  • 2M - Miss McKittrick
  • 2Y - Miss Young
  • 2V - Miss Viney
  • 2S - Miss Song
  • 2L - Ms Luo

Support Classes

  • Class CC - Miss Chun

  • Class CL - Miss Gustafson

  • Class CN - Mrs Sims

    Mrs van der Walt (Assistant Principal)

Year 3 and Year 4

  • 3F - Miss Fraser
  • 3S - Miss Spence
  • 3A - Ms Lynch
  • 3T - Mrs Taylor
  • 3/4I - Miss Ison (Assistant Principal)
  • 4E - Miss Kosutar
  • 4K - Mr Kim
  • 4T - Miss Tan
  • 4S - Miss Starkey

Year 5 and Year 6

  • 5S - Miss Swan
  • 5D - Miss Dahdah
  • 5G - Ms Guerrero
  • 5P - Miss Park
  • 5/6S - Miss Sherriff
  • 6L - Mr Lim
  • 6M - Miss McCarthy
  • 6W - Miss Whitworth
  • 6P - Mr McGhee

Assistant Principal, Curriculum & Instruction

  • Mrs Kite
  • Mrs van der Walt

Library and Technology

  • Mrs Russell
  • Mrs Duyvestyn
  • Mr Topp
  • Ms Pitt
  • Mrs Tucker

Creative Arts

  • Miss Koeferl, Music
  • Mrs Couch, Visual Arts, Dance, Drama

Support and English as an Additional Language / Dialect (EAL/D)

  • Mrs Hossack (Assistant Principal)
  • Mrs Luong, EAL/D
  • Mrs Cheung, EAL/D
  • Mrs McClean
  • Mrs Sarti

Wellbeing and support staff

Our wellbeing and support staff guide student wellbeing, learning needs and inclusion. They work with teachers to make personalised adjustments. This means each child can take part fully in school life. We make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.

Our wellbeing and support staff

Learning Support

  • Mrs Prins, Learning Support Teacher

  • Miss Sevan, Learning Support Officer

  • Ms Griffin, Learning Support Officer

  • Miss Pooja, Learning Support Officer

  • Miss Ella, Learning Support Officer

  • Miss Cindy, Learning Support Officer

  • Aaron, Learning Support Officer

  • Isaac, Learning Support Officer

Counsellors

  • Ms Waldersee, School Counsellor
  • Ms Mendel, School Counsellor

Administrative and operations staff

Our administrative and operations staff keep our school running smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day. You can find them in our front office or on the school grounds.

Our administrative and operations staff

  • Gail Unsworth, School Administration Manager

  • Pamela Kuchta, School Administration Officer

  • Jenny Kiss, School Administration Officer

  • Robin Butterfield, School Administration Officer

  • Kelly Graham, School Administration Officer

  • Michelle Parsons, School Administration Officer

  • Shaun Parsons, General Assistant

  • Greg Butterfield, General Assistant

Additional learning support

Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.

Committed to your child’s success

Our teachers ensure every student can thrive. They use proven ways to teach and tailor learning support for their students