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Staff/Board of Trustees

Welcome to the Staff and Board page of Western Heights Primary School, where we are proud to introduce the incredible team that drives our success. At Te Kura o Whakaahu, we are committed to providing the highest quality education in an environment built on values such as excellence, leadership, and a deep sense of community.

Our dedicated staff, led by Principal Brent Griffin, work tirelessly to ensure every tamariki receives a well-rounded education—academic, social, and emotional. Together, we foster a culture of care, respect, and a commitment to raising student achievement. As the only ‘Leader in Me’ accredited school in New Zealand, our team embodies the principles of Stephen Covey’s 8 Habits, supporting our students in becoming confident, responsible leaders and effective members of society.

Behind every achievement, there is a team effort. Our staff and board members work in harmony, guided by our core values of Rangatiratanga, Kotahitanga, Manaakitanga, and Whanaungatanga, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to thrive. Together, we shape the future, one student at a time. We invite you to learn more about the passionate individuals who make up this remarkable team.

Our Staff

Teachers

Waka - Kakano Yr 0/1

Whaea Rachel

Team Leader of NE & Year 1, Room 6 teacher

Whaea Christine

NE & Year 1 Teacher, Room 8

Whaea Mel

NE & Year 1 Teacher, Room 11

Whaea Nicole

NE & Year 1 Teacher, Room 10

Whaea Libbee

NE & Year 1 Teacher, Room 22

Whaea Jacky

NE Teacher, Room 17

Waka - Pihinga Yr 2

Whaea Marnel

Team Leader of Year 2 & 3 Room 5 teacher

Whaea Carol

Year 2 Teacher, Room 9

Whaea Claire

Year 2 Teacher, Room 19

Whaea Jayah

Year 2 Teacher, Room 15

Whaea Jessica

Year 3 Teacher, Room 20

Whaea Sophie

Year 2 Teacher, Room 21

Waka - Purapura Yr 4/5

Whaea Dom

Team Leader of Year 4, Room 18 teacher

Whaea Maree

Team Leader of Year 4 & 5, Room 14 teacher

Whaea Linda

Year 4 teacher, Room 1

Whaea Kimmy

Year 4 & 5 teacher, Room 4

Waka - Mahuri Yr 5/6

Whaea Kimmy

Team leader of Year 5 & 6

Whaea Jessica

Year 5 & 6 Teacher, Room 16

Whaea Lauren

Year 5 & 6 Teacher, Room 2

Whaea Debbie

Year 5 & 6 Teacher, Room 3

Matua Mitchell

Year 5 & 6, Room 12

Specialty Roles

Whaea Kelly

Release Teacher

Whaea Nicky

Specialist Art Teacher

Matua Ben

Specialist Science Teacher

Whaea Billinda

Learning Support Coordinator

Matua Simon

Specialist PE Teacher

Support Staff

Whaea Suliana

Support Staff

Whaea Harmony

Support Staff

Whaea Kayla

Support Staff

Whaea Julie

Support Staff

Whaea Nisha

Support Staff

Whaea Cheryl

Support Staff

Whaea Karina

Support Staff

Whaea Eliza

Support Staff

Matua Chris

Support Staff

Whaea Angela

Support Staff

Matua Izak

Caretaker

Administration

Whaea Teresa

Receptionist

Whaea Tessa

Executive Officer

Management

Brent Griffin

Principal

Whaea Megan

Assistant Principal

Whaea Melanie

Assistant Principal

Board of Trustees

Brent Griffin

Principal

Canaan Tuhura

Chairperson

Lucy Epapara

Trustee

Brooke Ellis

Parent Rep

Nicky Grimes

Staff Rep

Claire Maxfield

Trustee

Teresa

Secretary

Term Dates

Term 1: 28th January - 2nd April
Term 2: 20th April - 3rd July
Term 3: 20th July - 25th September
Term 4: 12th October - TBC
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Bell Times

8:30am: Teachers in classrooms
8:55am: First block
10:45am: Morning tea break (in classrooms)
10:55‑11:20am: Out to play
11:20am‑12:45pm: Middle block
12:30‑1:00pm: Lunch break (in classrooms)
1:00‑1:30pm: Out to play
1:30pm: Last block
2:53pm: End of school day

Contact

07 348 8459
whpadmin@whp.school.nz
197 Clayton Road, Mangakakahi, Rotorua 3015
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