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.
Welcome from our principal
At Tangara School, we are committed to creating and inspiring life–long learners by providing a caring and vibrant learning environment that promotes and embraces students’ strengths.
It is our goal to ensure that every student is active and engaged, consistently moving forward in every aspect of their learning.
Our school provides meaningful and authentic individualised educational programs for students from the age of 4 to 18 years with an intellectual disability in the moderate to severe range, with often a range of additional disabilities.
Tangara School currently has seven classes. Each student participates in an individualised program that is designed to promote a strong sense of self, allows students to develop independence, self-efficacy and emotional regulation and, most importantly feel as though they are a part of our wider community.
Our warm and genuine relationships with our wider school community, particularly the very active and supportive members of the Parent and Citizens Association (P&C), our families, and the local therapists who work with our students, all contribute to the culture at Tangara School being one of warmth, equality, respect, and dignity.
As with any school, our priorities include literacy, numeracy, student wellbeing programs, in addition to independent living skills, assistive and supportive technology and communication programming.
Our staff are passionate about supporting students to become curious learners with brave hearts, creative minds and seek to be community connected, as our motto states, 'learning for life'.
Our school leaders
Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.
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.
- Violetta Stojcevski, Wollemi Class
- Ruth Evans, Eucalypt Class
- Georgina Hamilton & Edwina Turner, Kurrajong Class
- Peta Southan & Melinda Good, Wattle Class
- Jamie Goldie-Lynch, Lilly Pilly Class
- Kassandra Evans, Waratah Class
- Francine Strachan, Banksia Class
- Kahlua Varga, Gumnuts Class
- Aimee Gardiner & Tiffany Rees, Tea Tree Class
- Marilyn Gotlieb, RFF
- Tessa Mazuran, RFF
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- Shona Seymour & Kirianne Hatton, Wollemi Class
- Tracey Buys & Donna McGeorge, Eucalypt Class
- Maree Butler, Kurrajong Class
- Jessica Camarsh, Wattle Class
- Sharyn Foster, Lilly Pilly Class
- Patricia Higson, Waratah Class
- Kristine Englefield, Banksia Class
- Abbey Englefield, Gumnuts Class
- Kylie Putland, Tea Tree Class
- Maree Crawshaw
- Olivia Tavete-Hurst
- Matthew Aiken
- Joanne Officer
Our teachers make the difference
Committed to your child’s success
Our teachers ensure every student can thrive. They use proven ways to teach and tailor learning support for their students
Expert, connected and accredited
Our teachers are part of a strong education network. They may hold advanced accreditation. This ensuring high-quality teaching for your child.
Teachers who never stop learning
Our teachers are lifelong learners. They stay current through regular training and keep improving how they teach students.
Teacher–family partnerships
Our teachers build trust through clear communication. Our families know that their child has support and is ready to learn.
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 office or on the school grounds.
- Grace Romeo, School Administrative Manager (Relieving)
- Janet John, School Administrative Manager
- Jennine Hernandez, School Administrative Officer (Relieving)
- Clancy Breasley, School Administrative Officer (Relieving)
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Have a question for our principal or teachers?
Our friendly office team can help you get in touch.
Additional learning support
Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.
Stories and highlights
Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.