Our staff

 I feel privileged to be part of establishing our amazing new school! I am passionate about creating a learning environment where every student is supported, valued, and given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. I look forward to working alongside our staff, families, and wider community to build a school where ​meaningful learning, positive relationships and student success are at the heart of everything we do.

Together, we will create a welcoming and inclusive school where every student belongs, every achievement matters and every learner can thrive.​

A little about me:

• Over 32 years of experience working in the disability field.
  
• 21 years of service with the Queensland Department of Education.
  
• Passionate about supporting staff to deliver high-quality, individualised curriculum and learning experiences.
  
• A strong believer in recognising student growth, celebrating achievements, and helping every student reach their true potential.
  
• Committed to building positive partnerships with staff, families, and the wider community to support the best possible outcomes for students.
  

I am excited to be part of this exciting new chapter and look forward to working together to build a wonderful school community at Leichhardt Special School!

I am delighted to be part of the foundation leadership team at Leichhardt Special School and to contribute to the exciting journey of establishing a new school for our community.

With 10 years of experience across the Queensland Department of Education, I have had the opportunity to work in primary, secondary, special and specific purpose education settings, developing a strong understanding of school operations, leadership and the importance of creating supportive learning environments.

As Foundation Business Manager, I am committed about building strong operational foundations that enable our teachers and support staff to focus on what matters most—our students.

I look forward to working alongside our dedicated staff, families and wider community to create a welcoming, safe and inclusive school where every student has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed.

A little about me:

• 10 years of experience with the Queensland Department of Education, across diverse school settings.
• Committed to building efficient, sustainable and supportive school environments.
• Strongly believe in teamwork, positive relationships and working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our students.
• Excited to be part of the foundation team, helping shape the culture, systems and future of Leichhardt Special School.

Building strong foundations for our school

As we prepare to welcome our first students in 2027, my focus is on helping establish a school where:

• Students come first—Every operational decision supports a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Staff feel supported—Our people have the resources, systems and facilities they need to do their best work.
• Partnerships matter—Positive relation​ships with families, staff and the community are central to our success.
• Strong foundations create opportunities—Thoughtful planning and effective school operations support every student's learning journey.

I feel privileged to be part of the beginning of Leichhardt Special School's story and look forward to helping build a school community we can all be proud of.

Together, we are building more than a new school—we are creating a place where every learner belongs, every contribution matters and every achievement is celebrated.

I am thrilled to be part of this exciting journey, working alongside our students, families, staff and wider community to build a welcoming, inclusive and supportive school where students are at the heart of everything we do.

I have over 18 years of experience working in both mainstream and special education settings, bringing a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs.

I strongly believe that learning should be meaningful, engaging and accessible to every student. I am particularly passionate about creating hands-on, play-based learning opportunities, alongside explicit teaching, that encourage students to explore, discover, communicate and develop their skills across a variety of learning environments. I believe every space can be a learning space, and every student deserves opportunities to experience success in their own unique way.

I am a strong advocate for ensuring every student has a voice and feels heard, valued, understood and empowered to make choices, actively participate in their learning and develop the skills to become a lifelong learner.

Building positive, trusting relationships with students, families and the wider community is something I value deeply. I believe that strong, respectful, two-way partnerships with families are essential in creating a positive school culture where everyone feels welcomed, supported and valued. Working together, sharing knowledge and celebrating successes are at the heart of building a strong and connected school community.

I am incredibly excited about the opportunity to help shape the foundations of Leichhardt Special School and work collaboratively to create a school community where every student belongs, every achievement is celebrated and every child is supported to reach their full potential. I look forward to meeting our wonderful students and families and beginning this exciting journey together!​

I am excited and honoured to be part of establishing our new school and contributing to a learning community where every student feels safe, supported, included and valued. I look forward to working alongside our students, families, staff and wider community to build strong relationships and create an environment where every child is supported to flourish, achieve their potential and celebrate their individual strengths and successes.

Together, we will create a welcoming and inclusive school where every student belongs, every voice matters and every achievement is celebrated.

A little about me:

• Proud to have worked in education with the Department of Education for over 20 years.
• Over 10 years of experience as a Guidance Officer, supporting the social, emotional, behavioural and mental health needs of students.
• Background in special education and teaching, with a passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs and abilities.
• Qualified in special education, guidance and counselling, mental health and trauma-informed practice.
• Passionate about inclusive education, student wellbeing and creating positive learning environments where every child can thrive.
• A strong believer in building trusting partnerships with families, staff and external professionals to ensure students receive the support they need to succeed.

I am thrilled to be part of this exciting new chapter and look forward to helping build a school community where every child is celebrated for who they are and supported to be the best they can be!

I have been working within the Department of Education for 11 years, gaining valuable experience in a variety of roles, from supporting students and teachers as a Teacher Aide in the classroom to working in administration.

I am excited and proud to be a foundation member of Leichhardt Special School and look forward to being part of building a welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community. I look forward to connecting with families, parents and the wider local community as we begin this exciting journey together.