Staff

Junior School

Helen Lemasurier

Room 3- Helen Lemasurier

Helen teaches in our cooperative unit for our children starting school. She is the schools Assistant Principal and takes responsibility for our Junior School. She also is responsible for Special Needs and Literacy through out the school. Helen brings a wealth of experience to our school. Helen loves to play squash and be actively involved in her spare time.

Donna Nichol

Room 4 - Donna Nichol

Donna is a real asset to our school. She brings her passion for teaching and her expertise of literacy. Donna is giving management release at present but from term 3 will be teaching in 4A with our year 0 children.

Lisa Mason

Room 4 - Lisa Mason

Lisa is a dynamic teacher who is job sharing with Donna. She is a team player who enjoys teaching. Lisa is always well prepared and her enthusiasm and organization make her an asset to have about the place. She enjoys all outdoor activities and is keen on most fitness activities.

Christine Daley

Room 4A - Christine Daley

Rachel Allen

Room 14 - Rachel Allen

Rachel returns to us after having twin girls. Rachel is teaching our Year 2 children and brings a wealth of experience and skills to these children. Rachel enjoys going to the gym but much of her time is devoted to her 2 girls at present.

Christine Lagan

Room 14 - Christine Lagan

Christine is job sharing with Rachel she also has a young daughter. Christine is full of life and fun.

Jan Lee

Room 6 - Jan Lee

Jan teaches a Year 2 & 3 class. In addition to the delivery of strong literacy programmes, Jan has a special interest in The Arts, Science and Environmental Education.
Every school needs to have someone to bring humour to the staffroom and Jan provides us with that.

Debbie Garth

Room 13 - Debbie Garth

Debbie comes to us from College. She has a strong desire to teach and loves working here at Fairfield with Year 2.

Karen Duncan

Learning Support - Karen Duncan

Karen provides valuable support in our Junior Division for our oral language programme and also for literacy. Karen enjoys life and has a busy time with her daughters dancing.

Year 3 & 4

Heather Brown

Room 5 – Heather Brown

Heather is a senior teacher in the Year 3&4 area of our school. She brings a wealth of experience to this area and is respected by all. Heather brings to our school special strengths in The Arts, Literacy and Numeracy. She enjoys a wide range of personal interests in her spare time and supports her husband with sailing.

Jo-Cook Bonney

Room 7 - Jo-Cook Bonney

Jo is teaching in 2009 ai a class of year 6 children. Jo has a very stimulating class environment, which supports children’s learning. Jo has quickly become involved in all aspects of life her at Fairfield.

Matthew Curtis

Room 12 - Matthew Curtis

Matthew teaches a Year 4 class. He brings excitement and fun to the childrens day with drama and dance. Matthew has strengths also in ICT and fitness. He has a busy life and his family keep him on his toes.

Anthony Breese

Room10 – Anthony Breese

He job shares this class with Rachel Kilsby,teaching Inquiry Learning in the afternoons and all day Friday. He is a co leader in our ICT development. Anthony also is responsible for our Rock band and music in the Senior Division plus assembly. He enjoys miniball and touch rugby and takes school teams in these areas. Anthony is enthusiastic about the school. He leads a busy life in his spare time playing his guitar at social functions.

Rachelle Kilsby

Rachelle Kilsby

Rachelle joined our team in 2005 looking after the gifted classes. This year she is job sharing with Anthony Breese. She teaches literacy and numeracy in the morning as this is her passion.Rachelle is a neat methodical worker who prides herself on being organised. She has an affinity with gifted education and oversees this at our school.

Year 5 & 6

Lauglan McLennan

Room 7 - Lauglan McLennan

Lauglan is a new teacher to Fairfield School this year. he has strengths in co-optive learning and P.E. Lauglan spends his spare time involved in sporting activities.

Michelle Garforth

Room 11 – Michelle Garforth

Michelle joined our school in 2004 and has made a big impact in the school. Michelle teaches a group of Year 4 children. She has an interest in The Arts,Gifted Education and I.C.T. Michelle is kept busy by her young family and she is well organised to fit everything into her life.

Hamish McDonald

Room 9 – Hamish McDonald

Hamish has been a key member of our staff with Habits Of The Mind. He leads the Senior Division and is the school’s Deputy Principal. Hamish brings fun to the school and a balance of life. He is a key person in the management of our ICT programmes and our EOTC experiences we offer children in the school. Hamish has an interest in all physical activities and loves working on his Chevy.

Gail Milton

Gail Milton

Gail is a very experienced teacher who has a strong association with the school.A truly valued member of the school.Gail works hard to have a balance in her life with 3 children. She is releasing Hamish from his class 4 mornings a week.

Year 7 & 8

Kathryne Tofia

Room 2 - Kathryne Tofia

Kathryn started Fairfield school in 2006. .Her experience of teaching and classroom expertise are indeed appreciated here at Fairfield.She has an interest in Taha Maori, Healthy living and PE. We are indeed lucky to have someone of her ability at Fairfield school. Administration and Important others.

Lyn Donaldson

Lyn Donaldson

Lyn teaches in our Year 7 & 8 area of the school. Lyn brings a wealth of experince and teaching expertise. Lyn has a passion for sport and is involved with out sports academy.

Administration and Important Others

Andy Larson

Principal ­ Andy Larson

Andy has been Principal of Fairfield School since 1998. He has been in teaching since 1977 and a Principal since 1982. Andy provides strong leadership and guidance for our children and staff. He has an open door and is always keen to talk about new initiatives for Fairfield school. Andy has an infectious sense of humour and enjoys the humour of children and adults alike. He enjoys all sports and loves his daily Gym sessions.

Sue Grave

Executive Officer – Sue Grave

Sue joined our team in 2003. She provides a warm welcome for visitors to the school and is a valuable member of the team.
As Executive Officer Sue work is associated with the running of the Office and the Schools Finances and Management. Sue has a love for sport and is still actively involved.

Jock Howard

Caretaker/Cleaner – Jock Howard

Jock is responsible for the welfare of the school grounds. He also does most of the general maintenance of the school. A valuable handyman, who enjoys his job.

Cheryl Faulkner

P.E. - Cheryl Faulkner

Cheryl is taking P.E. through the school and giving release to teachers. Cheryl is able to teach all areas of the school. Cheryl is full of fun and is a people person. She loves her garden and keeping fit.

Alison Tay

Music Specialist – Alison Tay

Alison started teaching music at Fairfield School 3 years ago. In that time we have seen music programmes blossom. Children want to be in her classes and work hard to get there. She not only takes recorder but our school Ensemble and Orchestra.
Alison is indeed a valued member of our staff. She is kept very busy with her family and Gifted Education in her spare time.

Jane Wilden

Management Release - Jane Wilden

Jane is giving release to our management team and is also taking sounfs Alive support. Jane can teach all areas of the school. She has a wonderful sense of humour and is a real asset to the school.

Jackie Rogan

Reading Recovery – Jackie Rogan

Jackie provides Reading Recovery programmes to 4 children each day. She also provides valuable release for teaching staff. Jackie is kept busy in her recreation time with 3 healthy boys.

Krystene Todd

Librarian/Office – Krystene Todd

Krystene is responsible for the overall management of our library. She has an infectious enthusiasm for her work, which sees children rushing to the library at lunch times. Krystene is also kept busy with her family in her spare time.

Glenis Bowels

Classroon Support - Glenis Bowels

Glenis provides support to our teachers with making resources and assisting them with class materials. She is also involved with PMP and Road patrol. She is a systematic worker who thrives on having plenty to do.