Simon Mutch
Principal

I am excited about being the principal of Governors Bay School.  I have a strong belief in academic rigour and giving students the opportunity to express themselves creatively. My interests include, reading, writing, technology, sports and theme parks.

Link below to my blog
http://principal-Simon.blogspot.com



Moira McNulty
Tui Class
(Years 0 to 1)

I have been teaching juniors for many years. I really enjoy teaching years 0-1 because the children show such enthusiasm for school and their own learning. It is great to see how their confidence and skills develop so quickly in the early years and they show such pride in their personal achievements however small they may be. Outside of school my interests are travel and cycling on my road bike.


Sarah Gnad
Koromako Class
(Years 2 to 3)

I am passionate about the arts, especially dance and the visual arts and I enjoy seeing the delight the children get from participating in the arts and activities related to the arts. 


Karen Paul
Piwakawaka Class
(Years 4 to 5)

I've been teaching for 10 years and I have a passion for bringing out the best in children. In my spare time I'm keen on playing and watching sport and love spending time with my family and friends. 


Val Blackwell
Kereru Class
(Years 6 to 8)

I enjoy all areas of teaching and love working alongside children. I love watching children develop their natural talents. In my spare time I enjoy being with my family.


Helen Schulte
Part-time and Relief Teacher

My name is Helen Schulte and I have been teaching for 22 years. Teaching is a job I love and am passionate about. I am the part time teacher at school, teaching Maori and Music. I live in Governors Bay and my children attend the school. Teaching and living in a community is a great experience!


Rebecca Baynes
School Secretary

I'm married with two children who attend Governors Bay School. I enjoy yoga and walking. At the weekend I am a volunteer highland dance teacher. I love to spend family holidays boating, water-skiing and fishing.