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.

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Welcome from our principal

“I’m excited to welcome you to our school, where we create a supportive environment for every child to thrive. We value respect, curiosity and teamwork.

We’re proud of our dedicated staff and strong partnerships with families. Together, we ensure students feel valued and inspired to learn.

I invite you to explore our website to discover what makes our school special. We look forward to welcoming you into our community.”

Lu Nickell, Principal of Woolgoolga High School

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Our school leaders

Our school leaders, including our principal, deputies, head teachers, year advisors and students help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.

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Carla Taylor, Deputy Principal Year 8, 10, 12

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Iain Henderson, Deputy Principal Year 7, 9, 11

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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.

Head teachers

Administration - Ms Piret Nurm

CAPA - Ms Jacqui Harrison

English - Mr Andrew Scrivener

HSIE - Ms Rachel Wallis

Inclusion and Support - Ms Josie Athorn (relieving)

Maths - Ms Nicole Rosenberg

PDHPE - Ms Rheanna Blanshard

Educational Pathways Program Head Teacher Careers - Mr David Youman

Science - Mr Paul McCormack

TAS - Mr Kristen Oates

Wellbeing - Ms Raechel Whitty

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Year advisors

Year 7 - Mr Jamie Murgatroyd

Year 8 - Ms Maddi Rogers and Mr Jack Cummins

Year 9 - Mr Tom Murtha

Year 10 - Mr Jake Dominey

Year 11 - Mr Patrick Mullan and Ms Nicole Rosenberg

Year 12 - Ms Rachel Wallis and Ms Jo Hine

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Faculty staff

Creative arts

Head teacher - Ms Jacqui Harrison

Music teachers

Mr Jake Dominey
Mr Jake Millar

Visual arts teachers

Ms Kerrie Hall
Ms Jacqui Harrison
Ms Tara Hewitt

English

Head teacher - Mr Andrew Scrivener
Mr Jason Bromell
Ms Jane Chivers
Ms Hannah Crean
Ms Grace Hadlow
Ms Kathleen Kennedy
Mr David Kennedy
Ms Holly Hummelstad
Ms Kyla Wilson

Human Society and its Environment (HSIE)

Head teacher - Ms Rachel Wallis
Ms Tara Brooks
Ms Jo Hine
Ms Madeline McAlister
Mr Aaron Newman
Ms Rachael Stockton
Mr Ryan Twigg
Mr John Paul van Schie
Mr Ash West

Inclusion and support

Head teacher - Ms Josie Athorn
Ms Misty Duncombe
Ms Jessa Duffy
Ms Courtney Hine
Mr Dallas Nickell
Ms Laura Vines / Mr Ben Eyles
Ms Bronte Warskitt

Mathematics

Head teacher - Ms Nicole Rosenberg
Mr Jackson Wolfe
Ms Eleni McIver
Mr Callum McFadyen
Mr Patrick Mullan
Ms Piret Nurm
Mr Shane Rosenberg
Ms Lindy Schofield
Mr Chris Young

PDHPE

Head teacher - Ms Rheanna Blanshard
Ms Tarin Burns
Mr Jake Hayes
Ms Meggan Matthews-Frederick
Mr John Morgan
Mr Tom Murtha

Science

Head teacher - Mr Paul McCormack
Mr Jack Cummins
Ms Karen Dorahy
Ms Jasmin Knight
Ms Kellie O'Keefe
Mr Aaron Robins
Ms Maddie Rogers
Mr Gavin Whitburn
Mr David Montgomery

Technological and applied studies (TAS)

Head teacher - Mr Kris Oates

Ms Fiona Fluechter
Ms Vanessa Fraser
Ms Melissa Donnelly
Mr John Chadwick
Mr Andrew Hackwell
Mr Max Dominey
Mr Jamie Murgatroyd
Mr Daniel Radford

Specialist staff

Business Manager - Ms Jacqui Fogarty
WHS Sports Coordinator - Ms Tarin Burns
CHS Sports Coordinator - Ms Rheanna Blanshard
Librarian/teacher - Ms Megan Hart

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Our 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.

Our wellbeing and support staff

Learning & Support teachers - Ms Rachael Stockton and Ms Kate March
School counselling service - Mr Paul Young and Ms Judy Wall
EALD Support teacher - Ms Kim Beedie
Student Support Officer - Mr Daniel Sweed
Aboriginal Education Officer - Ms Kelly Hine
Girls Advisor - Ms Kate March
Boys Advisor - Mr John-Paul van Schie
Careers Advisor - Ms Chris Hansen
Transition Advisor - Ms Dani Canakis
Distance Education Coordinator - Mr Noel Whitton

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Our 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 offices, in the Library back office or on the school grounds.

Our administrative and operations staff

Ms Jacqui Fogarty - Business Manager
Ms Ann Blackadder, Science assistant
Ms Jasmin Blackadder
Ms Tracy Burton
Ms Karen Close
Ms Judy Cochrane, Hospitality assistant
Ms Emma Darbin, EPP School Administrative Officer
Ms Debbie Ellem
Ms Carol Elliott, Science assistant
Ms Kori Hoe
Ms Lena Inness
Ms Trudi Mackay
Ms Samantha Miller
Ms Jessica Price
Ms Gemma Ralston
Ms Cara Scholten
Mr Luis Vera, Technical Support Officer
Mr Clem Williams, General Assistant
Ms Karen Woolridge
Ms Rebecca Young, Library assistant

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Our school learning and support officers (SLSOs)

Our SLSOs work together with the teachers in our classrooms. They assist with classroom activities, help students stay on task and provide one-on-one or small group support where needed.

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School learning and support officers