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