Our teachers and staff
Our teachers and staff support every student’s learning and wellbeing. They make school a supportive, inclusive place to learn. Together, our teachers and staff make sure every student can succeed.
Welcome from our principal
At Newcastle East Public School, we’re passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and inspiring place for every child to grow and thrive. Our dedicated team nurtures curiosity, achievement, and respect, fostering a lifelong love of learning. With strong academic results and a welcoming community, we’re proud to offer a school where students feel valued and encouraged every step of the way. We’d love to be part of your child’s educational journey—come and see what makes our school so special.
Mick McCann, Principal
Our teachers make the difference
Our teachers bring experience, expertise and passion to every classroom. They support every student to reach their full potential.
Meet our leadership team
Mick McCann
Principal
Todd Daniels
Assistant Principal - leading Stage 3 in 2025
Alisha Doran
Assistant Principal - leading Stage 2 in 2025
Megan Thompson
Assistant Principal - leading K-2 in 2025
Megan Saffioti
Assistant Principal - Curriculum and Learning
Experienced and passionate teachers
Classroom teachers
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Laura Kirkman
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Rachel Haynes
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Kim Hadfield
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Helen Powell
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Lucy Partridge
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Amanda Munro
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David Robinson
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Daniel Ringis
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Ross Burke
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Claudia Bettington
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Elise Johnston
School Librarian
- Zeita Mason
Relief from face to face (RFF)
- Mel Hicks
Wellbeing and support staff
School Counsellor
- Linda Whiteside
Learning and Support Teacher
- Yasmin McNamee
English as an Additional Language (EAL/D)
- Rachel Haynes
Vision Support
- Janna Brown
Administration and operations staff
Our admin and operations staff keep the school running safely and smoothly.
Administration Manager
- Claire Fitzgerald
Administration Officers
- Fiona Wassell
- Kirra Rudder
General Assistant
- Brett Taylor
School Learning Support Officers
- Kath Marosszeky
- Rebecca Avery
Connect with our teachers
During school hours, our teachers are focused on teaching and supporting students, so they will not be able to respond to emails or phone calls straight away.
If you would like to contact your child’s teacher, please get in touch with our school office. Your message will be passed on, and the teacher will contact you, usually by phone, as soon as they can. Please allow a few days for a response.