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

Example 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.

Lifelong learners
Our teachers stay up to date with the latest teaching methods.
Committed to success
Our teachers help all students reach their academic goals.

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

  • Laura Kirkman

  • Rachel Haynes

  • Kim Hadfield

  • Helen Powell

  • Lucy Partridge

  • Amanda Munro

  • David Robinson

  • Daniel Ringis

  • Ross Burke

  • Claudia Bettington

  • 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.

Contact our office