Our principal and staff

Our school team is committed to every student’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging. We work together to create a supportive and inclusive school where every child is set up for success.

Welcome from our principal

"Welcome to Carlingford Public School, a K-6 school with more than a century of history and tradition in providing quality education to the children from the Carlingford and surrounding districts of North Western Sydney.

At Carlingford, we endeavour to ensure our students' primary school experiences are happy, productive and rewarding. All students are treated with respect and individual needs are met in a caring, responsive approach. The development of positive attitudes, self-esteem, self-discipline and respect of others is fostered through recognition, achievement and appropriate reinforcement."

Neil Hinton, Principal of Carlingford 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 executive team

Assistant Principals
  • Laura Elliott, Curriculum Instruction
  • Natalie Kristensen, Learning Support
  • Lauren Cleur, Kindergarten
  • Margot Tillet, Stage 1 (Years 1 & 2)
  • Eunice Cheung, Stage 2 (Years 3 & 4)
  • Amanda Eltakchi, Stage 3 (Years 5 & 6)
School counsellor
Dennis Govender

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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.

Kindergarten
  • KG - Fiona Gathercole / Susan Pi
  • KJ - Elysse Johnston
  • KL - Lauren Cleur / Susan Pi
  • KM - Megan McPherson
Stage 1
  • 1C - Grace Chong
  • 1JP - Fianna Palmer / Renee Jones
  • 1T - Margot Tillet / Michelle Brown
  • 1/2NB - Jasmine Neilson-Borg
  • 2GW - Emily Grieve / Hayley Wright
  • 2S - Mirsini Spiropoulos / Michelle Brown
  • 2W - Sophie Winter
Stage 2
  • 3L - Ben Lam / Pauline Jenkins
  • 3O - Paul Oram / Ashna Bhati
  • 3R - Reema Raju
  • 3S - Kate Smellie
  • 4C - Eunice Cheung
  • 4F - Lachlan Fowler
  • 4M - Annie Mackenzie
  • 4N - Anthony Norman / Ashna Bhati
Stage 3
  • 5B - Ashima Sakkarwal
  • 5F - Christina Fruci
  • 5H - James Harvey
  • 6B - Clive Bhandarkar
  • 6K - Sevim Kocagil / Pauline Jenkins
  • 6S - Amanda Eltakchi  / Kathy Rowlison

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Our teachers make the difference

Committed to your child’s success

Our teachers ensure every student can thrive. They use proven ways to teach and tailor learning support for their students

Expert, connected and accredited

Our teachers are part of a strong education network. They may hold advanced accreditation. This ensuring high-quality teaching for your child.

Teachers who never stop learning

Our teachers are lifelong learners. They stay current through regular training and keep improving how they teach students.

Teacher–family partnerships

Our teachers build trust through clear communication. Our families know that their child has support and is ready to learn.

Wellbeing and support staff

Our wellbeing 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.

RFF
  • Sarah Hahn, Library
  • Nick Watts, CAPA
  • Katie Coates, CAPA
  • Chris Foo, HSIE
Learning and success
  • Natalie Kristensen
  • Neilofar Morabi
English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D)
  • Bronwyn Moncur
  • Sarah Lilyrose
  • Jessica Liang
  • Jude Gerber
Educational Parapfrofessionals
  • Pavitra Aravamudhan
  • Tahliya Elliott

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Administrative and operations staff

Our administrative and operations staff keep our school running smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day. You can find them in our front office or on the school grounds.

Business Manager
  • Jill Belme
Front Office Staff
  • Jackie Gordon, School Admin Manager
  • Anna Michaels, School Admin Officer
  • Jessica Zaki, School Admin Officer
  • Joycelyn Lim, School Admin Officer
General Assistant
  • John Clowes
Student Learning Support Officer (SLSO)
  • Kim Catt
  • Donna Fraser
  • Ratika Rana
  • Jenny Liles
  • Pavitra Aravamudhan
  • Violet Lobo
  • Luca Pogainis
  • Annie Koelmeyer

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Additional learning support

Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.

Stories and highlights

Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.