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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.