Our Team
We are a caring, dedicated and collaborative team who bring different perspectives to the table, united by a passion for purposeful work and genuine connection. We support one another, celebrate each student’s strengths, and work together to create meaningful learning experiences where every child feels valued and inspired.
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘George’s Marvelous Medicine’ by Roald Dahl
If I wasn’t a Principal I’d be a…
Musician or a Writer
My Superpower at school is…
Finding solutions to any problem
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
Quite simply, there is no better school!
Principal
Cameron Edwards
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Windows’ by Jeannie Baker
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be a…
Sports Physio
My Superpower at school is…
Dad jokes
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
I get to know every one of our students and families
Wellbeing Leader & Learning Specialist
Daniel Ellery
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’ by J. K. Rowling
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be a…
Data Analyst
My Superpower at school is…
Patience
I love Working at Wallington PS because of…
the support from the community and the amazing kids!
Teaching & Learning -Learning Specialist & Year 4/5 Teacher
Mrs Duckett
Ros Taylor
Favourite Children’s Book:
Too many to name! But I especially love books written by Mem Fox, particularly 'Possum Magic' and 'Hattie and the Fox' as they were my own children's favourites when they were little.
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be a…
Marine Biologist
My Superpower at school is…
Building belonging so every child feels safe, seen and valued
I love Working at Wallington PS because of…
its beautiful location and natural surroundings. The staff, students and families are all friendly, supportive and welcoming. It's a special place where students can both learn and have fun, and I truly couldn't imagine working anywhere else!
Prep Teacher
Ms Cook
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Hairy Maclary’ by Lynley Dodd
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be…
An Artist
My Superpower at school is…
Creativity
I love Working at Wallington PS because of…
the relationships with the staff, students and community
Year 1 Teacher
Miss Ritchie
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘The Berenstain Bears: The Bike Lesson’
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be…
Travelling the world!
My Superpower at school is…
Answering five questions at once while tying a shoelace
I love Working at Wallington PS because of…
its close knit community, amazing and supportive staff and the beautiful area we are lucky to learn in. Most of all, I love having the opportunity to help students grow into their best selves!
Year 2 Teacher
Jack Stevens
Year 3 Teacher
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘The Gizmo’ series by Paul Jennings
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be…
Living in a small French village enjoying slow mornings at a local cafe
My Superpower at school is…
Creating a structure that sets students up for success
I love Working at Wallington PS because of…
the strong sense of community where everyone works together to support every student
James Kayler-Thomson
Year 6 Teacher
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Specky Magee’ by Felice Arena and Gary Lyon
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be a…
Punter for the New England Patriots
My Superpower at school is…
Fixing technology magically
I love Working at Wallington PS because of…
the strong sense of community and the positive partnerships between staff, students and parents. The shared commitment to supporting every child's learning and wellbeing makes it a truly special place to work.
Specialist Teacher
PE - Dance
Clair Ractliffe
Favourite Children’s Book:
All books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be a…
Potter
My Superpower at school is…
Being a Super-Multi-Tasker!
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
I love knowing students personally and seeing them grow and change through the years
Specialist Teacher
Visual Arts - Music
Michelle Bishop
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Oh the Places You’ll Go!’ by Dr Seuss
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be an…
Art Therapist
My Superpower at school is…
Creativity
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
I love sharing my love of art with students and helping them grow as artisits and creative thinkers
Specialist Teacher
STEM - First Nations - Media Arts
Jason Vaught
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘The Lord of the Rings’, ‘The Hobbit’ & ‘Charlotte’s Web’
If I wasn’t a teacher I’d be…
Rich
My Superpower at school is…
Multi-tasking with patience and creating great lessons that make learning rewarding and fun
I love Working at Wallington PS…
for the environment, community feel and knowing all the students
Education Support
Inclusion & Wellbeing Team
Lisa Collins
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Pig the Pug’ books
If I wasn’t an Education Support I’d be a…
Nurse because I like taking care of people
My Superpower at school is…
Helping students believe in themselves
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
it feels like a community. The students are fantastic and inspiring and the people I work with a great!
Caitlin Allen
Education Support
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘The Gruffalo’ by Julia Donaldson
If I wasn’t an Education Support I’d be a…
Social Worker
My Superpower at school is…
Being understanding of each student and knowing that every student learns in their own way
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
I love the small community feel of Wallington PS and that everyone celebrates the success of each student
Miss Janelle
Education Support
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘10 Little Fingers, 10 Little Toes’ by Mem Fox & Helen Oxenbury
If I wasn’t an Education Support I’d be a…
Forensic Investigator
My Superpower at school is…
I can turn 'I can't' into 'I'll try'
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
I love watching the students grow and develop both academically and personally into their own little person
Miss Bec
Education Support
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Guess How Much I Love You’ by Sam McBratney
If I wasn’t an Education Support I’d be…
Working in fashion
My Superpower at school is…
Empathy, Kindess and Understanding
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
I love working with the children at our school and our staff who make me smile!
Sandra Pugh
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Choose Your Own Adventure’ books
If I wasn’t an Education Support I’d be a…
Photo-journalist
My Superpower at school is being…
The encourager, the fixer, and the includer
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
I love that everyone is different and that we are all kind and respectful. Our school is very special, warm, inviting and supportive. I'm happy that our school is a wonderful environment to learn and grow.
Education Support
Luca Vella
Education Support
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Specky Magee’ by Felice Arena and Gary Lyon
If I wasn’t an Education Support I’d be a…
Professional Golfer
My Superpower at school is…
Reading the minds of the students
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
It gives me the opportunity to create a fun environment that every student wants to be a part of. I also enjoy seeing each student improving throughout the year.
Kate Poole
Business Manager
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘A Visit to Fairyland’ by Shirley Barber
If I wasn’t a Business Manager I’d be a…
A Renovation Queen
My Superpower at school is…
Fixing things - always with a smile!
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
no two days are the same and everyone is welcoming and supportive and really cares about our community
Education Support
Front Office Administration
Miss Nicole
Favourite Children’s Book:
‘Where’s the Green Sheep’ by Mem Fox
If I wasn’t an Education Support I’d be a…
A Home Decorator/Organiser
My Superpower at school is…
Being kind and calm
I love Working at Wallington PS because…
I love our school community and our lovely school grounds that have a great country feel