Our principal and staff
Led by our dedicated principal and supported by a passionate team of educators and staff, we are committed to creating an inspiring environment for every student. Together, we strive to empower, challenge, and support our learners on their journey to success, ensuring that excellence and wellbeing are at the core of everything we do. Explore to meet the people who make our school a welcoming place to learn and grow.
Welcome from our principal
I am privileged to work with highly dedicated staff who work together to provide an inclusive environment where students are nurtured and encouraged to achieve their personal best. Our students are a motivated group of young people who are challenged each day through high quality learning experiences.
Lugarno Public School is firmly founded in the spirit of its community. Lugarno Public School enjoys tremendous support from its parent body and local community. We are very fortunate to have such a dynamic and collaborative school community. Our P&C is well attended and plays a vital role in successful collaboration on school projects, fundraising and whole school events.
Our School Values of Learn Always, Participate Safely and Show Respect underpin all that we do at Lugarno Public School. Our focus on student wellbeing and ensuring that all students thrive, connect and succeed is achieved through an ongoing commitment to fostering an environment that nurtures the ‘whole’ child. A school culture of high expectations and the development of resilient, inquisitive, caring and creative learners ensures that we are preparing our students for the future.
Gregg Walker, Principal of Lugarno Public School
Our school leaders
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 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.
- Carolyn Kotevich & Michelle Simmonds, KSK
- Holly Bond, KB
- Courtney Watson, 1-2W
- Jayde Nunn & Jennifer Moseley, 1-2NM
- Deborah Rainford/Rebecca Flanagan, 1-2R
- Athina Malakonakis, 2-3M
- Bonnie Dow, 3-4D
- Anne Jones & Alexsia Aktypis, 3-4AJ
- Jo Androulakis & Judy Harris, 4-5AH
- James Mee, 5-6M
- Natasha Jenkins, 5-6J
Our teachers make the difference
Committed to your child’s success
Our dedicated teachers and staff are passionate about supporting your child’s learning and growth every step of the way.
Supporting high potential and gifted students
Our teachers are committed to recognising and nurturing the abilities of high potential and gifted children. Through personalised learning plans, challenging activities, and extension opportunities, we encourage every student to excel and reach their full potential.
Promoting positive behaviour for learning
Our teachers actively encourage and support positive behaviour to create a safe and respectful learning environment for all students.
Building strong family and community partnerships
Our teachers work closely with families and the community to support student learning and wellbeing.
Specialist and Support Staff
Our specialist 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.
- Erin Loh, Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction (AP C & I)
- Allyson Bartley, RFF (Assistance Principal Support
- Elodie Wordboys, Executive RFF
- Alexsia Actypis, Executive RFF
- Jen Moseley, Executive RFF
- Leonie Dufty, Library
- Dyana Maloney, Learning and Support Teacher (LaST)
- Maria Anastasiou, Support
- Erin Burgess, School Counsellor
- Ashley Karaguleski, Student Wellbeing Support Officer (SWSO)
Itinerant Support Team Hearing (STH) based at Lugarno PS
- Tracey Neate, Assistant Principal
- Vicki Nicolaou
- Renee Foundas
- Janet Stankiewicz
- Carolyn Smalley
- Tanya Merrick
- Richelle Greenwood
- Suzie Tassini
School Administrative and Support Staff (SASS)
Our administrative and support staff keep our school running smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day. You can find them in our front office, classrooms or on the school grounds.
- Angela Wootton, Relieving School Administrative Manager
- Lori Vanzanella, School Administrative Officer
- Lucy Saia, School Administrative Officer
- Geoff Tucker, General Assistant
- Joanne Targett, School Learning Support Officer
- Kate Ryan, School Learning Support Officer
- Lisa Graziano, School Learning Support Officer
- Craig Bucknall, Technology Support Officer
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.
Newsletters
Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.