Our staff

Mr Dale Edwards

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the amazing people that I get to spend my time with here. From the children that work so hard every day to be the best that they can be, to the staff who work tirelessly to provide the best education possible and the community members that support our school. It is truly an inspiring and exceptional place to work.

Why did you become a teacher: I have always loved learning new things. So I wanted to share this zest for learning with others and teaching was the best way to do that.

Mrs Kristy West

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: celebrating the successes of students with an amazing staff.

Why did you become a teacher: to make a significant difference to students’ long term success.

Mr James Gray

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Mrs Caroline Clarke

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: I love Blue Haven Public School because of the fantastic staff, students and community – coming to work everyday doesn’t feel like work. I enjoy getting to know a different group of students every year. We spend so much time together laughing and enjoying learning.

Why did you become a teacher: I became a teacher because I wanted to help children believe in themselves, set goals and reach those goals. I believe with hard work and someone in their corner at school who they can trust and feel safe with, they will achieve!

Mrs Kerryn Surwald

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Mrs Laura Debnam

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Mrs Karen Craig

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the fantastic staff, wonderful children and beautiful environment.

Why did you become a teacher: I have always loved school and wanted to follow in the footsteps of the wonderful teachers I had.

Mrs Tessa Gibson

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Miss Lauren Glawson

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Mr Luke Fowler

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Mrs Christine Close

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the team of dedicated staff striving to ensure that every student matters every day. Why did you want to work in a school: to support students, staff and the wider school community in a positive, welcoming school environment.

Mrs Lindsey Starling

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the great culture within the school. Why did you want to work in a school: to be involved in my community.

Mrs Tracy Mathison

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: awesome staff and awesome kids. Why did you want to work in a school: to make a difference.

Miss Skye Cross

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the positive school culture. Why did you want to work in a school: to support our students’ education and wellbeing.

Mrs Sarah Brown

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Miss Annie Graham

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: our school culture is positive and inclusive to all. Why did you become a teacher: to support children in all areas, and especially helping them to build positive social relationships.

Miss Jess Graham

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the amazing students and dedicated, supportive staff. Why did you become a teacher: I knew when I was little that I wanted to be a teacher. I have the best memories of Primary School because of the awesome teachers that I had. I wanted to create that same experience for other children

Miss Kobi Turner

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: I love coming to school everyday to see the students so happy and working with supportive staff. Why did you become a teacher: I love children and want to make a positive difference in their lives. I will always remember the amazing teachers who made a positive impact on my life and I want to to do the same.

Miss Kate Marks

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: it’s not just a school, it’s a whole community of people working together to help our kids reach for the stars. Why did you become a teacher: I can’t imagine doing anything else! I simply love everything about children.

Mrs Cathy Dawson

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the wonderful students, staff and community. Why did you become a teacher: I’ve always wanted to make a positive difference in the lives of children. Coming to school every day to a class full of amazing students and helping them reach their goals is an incredibly rewarding job to do.

Mrs Karen Craig

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the fantastic staff, wonderful children and beautiful environment. Why did you become a teacher: I have always loved school and wanted to follow in the footsteps of the wonderful teachers I had.

Miss Jess Graham

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the amazing students and dedicated, supportive staff. Why did you become a teacher: I knew when I was little that I wanted to be a teacher. I have the best memories of Primary School because of the awesome teachers that I had. I wanted to create that same experience for other children

Mrs Megan Byrne

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: watching students excel academically in the classroom and developing positive relationships with other students in the playground. Why did you become a teacher: to inspire children to achieve their personal best in all areas of their schooling.

Miss Brittany Koppman

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the dedication that every member of staff have to creating a supportive and fun environment which creates a positive atmosphere among all students. Why did you become a teacher: I love knowing I have an impact on students lives and assist in each student reaching their full potential.

Mrs Claire Taylor

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: our amazing staff and students. Why did you become a teacher: to share my love of learning and to make a difference in student’s lives.

Mr David Pareaux

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the staff here are simply amazing. Why did you become a teacher: I felt a need to help kids rise above their circumstances and live their best life.

Mr Atu Vonovono

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: I love coming to work everyday and seeing over five hundred smiling faces. Why did you become a teacher: because of the positive impact I can have on a child’s day. Whether this be big or small, it can change their life forever. I believe it is not only the most important job in the world, but it is also the most rewarding as you see each of your students grow everyday.

Mrs Alissa Daley

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: how we teach and support our students to achieve their personal best. Why did you become a teacher: to help students gain a quality education that will provide them with positive opportunities for future careers.

Mrs Donna Hird

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the enthusiasm and commitment to teaching and learning by staff and students which is backed up by a supportive community. Why did you become a teacher: to assist children with developing their true potential and to be a positive influence in their lives.

Miss Phoebe Woodhead

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: Our dedicated staff who go above and beyond to provide the best for our students. Why did you become a teacher: To provide a quality education for all students and support them to reach their full potential.

Mrs Keely McLaren

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the amazing staff and students. Why did you become a teacher: my awesome Year 6 teacher inspired me to become a teacher. I wanted to motivate and encourage children to reach their full potential.

Mrs Caroline Clarke

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: I love Blue Haven Public School because of the fantastic staff, students and community – coming to work everyday doesn’t feel like work. I enjoy getting to know a different group of students every year. We spend so much time together laughing and enjoying learning. Why did you become a teacher: I became a teacher because I wanted to help children believe in themselves, set goals and reach those goals. I believe with hard work and someone in their corner at school who they can trust and feel safe with, they will achieve!

Miss Mel Graef

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the students, the staff and how supportive everyone is. Why did you become a teacher: to make a difference and to support students to reach their goals.

Mrs Lynn Hartas

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: supportive staff and great students. Why did you become a teacher: to make a difference in a child’s life.

Mrs Lynda Purchase

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: I love all the exciting innovating programs that focus on student welfare and engagement and the focus on back to the basics in literacy and numeracy. Why did you want to work in a school: I had always wanted to become a teacher but went onto pursue secretarial work like many girls in the mid 1970’s. I finally pursued my dream and went to Uni at 39 to become a teacher and started retraining to become a school counsellor at 51. I love my job, love helping and supporting children and their families.

Mr Aaron Preston

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: it’s a great place to work. Why did you want to work in a school: a friend of mine inspired and encouraged me to.

Mrs Sylvie Lawton

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the amazing staff, students and community. Why did you become a teacher: to inspire and show students the joy of education.

Ms Melanie Scott

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the positive and supportive team environment between staff and students. Why did you become a School Learning Support Officer: it enables me to provide an enthusiastic approach to life long learning by supporting children to be the best they can be.

Mr Shannon Quick

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: feeling valued while making positive contributions to the lives of others. Why did you become a teacher: I never wanted to become a teacher. Both of my parents, my brothers, and my uncles and cousins were teachers. Christmas gatherings were boring! I only ever want to be rich, and as such, I began a Commerce degree. Shortly a fter, I withdrew from my world financial domination and business ambitions. In my second practice teaching experience I realised that I had found my passion – teaching. I’ve never considered doing anything else since.

Mr Jarrod Miles

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the lively culture and supportive environment. Why did you become a teacher: to be a positive role model for as many students as possible.

Mrs Simone Alvarez

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the interaction between students, teachers and the community. Seeing the smiles on student’s faces when they have achieved something new. Why did you become a teacher: to help students reach their personal best.

Mrs Teresa Vale

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the inclusive culture for all children and passionate staff. Why did you become a School Learning Support Officer: I believe all children should be able to learn and shine and I want to be a part of that growth.

Ms Katherine Downer

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the inclusive and positive vibe. Why did you become a School Learning Support Officer: to help inspire and to instil self belief.

Mrs Leanne Sinwan

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: the positive and supportive environment. Working with amazing staff and students. Why did you become a School Learning Support Officer: to help make a difference.

Mr Chris Garbutt

Favourite thing about Blue Haven Public School: arriving at school everyday and working with the great teachers and outstanding Students. Being an SLSO at Blue Haven is the best job in the world! Why did you become a School Learning Support Officer: to make a difference and help the students achieve their own goals.