The Staff at Byron Bay Public School

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.

Principal and Executive Team

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.

Our Executive Staff

Principal

  • Mel Davis

Deputy Principal

  • Natalie Lennon

Assistant Principals

  • Early Stage 1 - Raelene Mordecai
  • Stage 1 - Kelli Stevens
  • Stage 2 - Michelle Spry
  • Stage 3 - Michelle Wright
  • Curriculum & Instruction - Ashley Perusco

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

Our classes

  • KM - Kim McQuhae
  • KR - Raelene Mordecai
  • KT - Michelle Turner
  • 1PC - Melissa Paron-Clarke / Kellie Hempel
  • 1S - Kelli Stevens
  • 1/2A - Erin Azzopardi
  • 2K - Davida Kneipp
  • 2M - Michael Payne
  • 3G - Nicky Greenlaw
  • 3M - Andrew McIntyre
  • 4D - Emily Dawes / Emily Dickinson
  • 4V - Natalia Vecchio
  • 5A - Amanda Woodrow / Kirsty Paron
  • 5I - Kamley Irvine / Symone Wills
  • 5R - Shae Rodden
  • 6L - Liam Lenehan
  • 6M - Bec Miller
  • 6W - Michelle Wright

Other Teaching Staff

  • Cory Whitney
  • Lyndal Rhodes
  • Amy Stanford
  • Carly Hogan
  • Kristen Monty
  • Hannah Holmes
  • Katy Owen
  • Rhianna Coburn (Itinerant Hearing)

Wellbeing and Student Learning 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

Wellbeing Staff

  • Patrick McCann - Counsellor
  • Brooke Elliot - Learning Support Teacher

School Learning Support Officers

  • Nicky Sheridan
  • Evan Banfield
  • Caroline Roche
  • Rileigh Street
  • Leroy Steven
  • Lauren Thiersch
  • Chloe Miller

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, around the school or on the school grounds.

Our administrative and operations staff

Administrative Staff

  • Gaye McKenna - Business Manager
  • Jade Hampstead - School Administrative Manager
  • Jackie Lee - School Administration Officer
  • Rachel Stapleton - School Administration Officer
  • Thea Druitt - School Administration Officer
  • Kirsty O'Shea - School Administration Officer
  • Cheryl Edwards - Library Administration Officer

Operations Staff

  • Matt King - Technology Support
  • Jeff Fleming - General Assistant

Have a question for our principal or teachers?

Our friendly office team can help you get in touch.

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Additional learning support

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

Stories and highlights

Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.