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
"Welcome to Dapto Public School. Our school is one where we pride ourselves in the excellence of learning. A school where children can work towards and achieve their potential. With a strong emphasis on the development of the basics, success has come to children in becoming effective readers, writers and mathematicians. However, we hold most pride in ourselves for the creation of a supportive and caring atmosphere throughout our school. An atmosphere where children can grow in an environment conducive for learning.
Our reputation for providing the best possible education, which includes a wide range of activities, ensures all students are engaged and motivated. Our school is the winner of numerous awards in educational initiatives. Our programs in the creative arts have a proud tradition of excellence and is renowned throughout the Wollongong and South Coast area. We have had teachers recognised for their personal excellence and contribution to education. Most importantly, past students have gone on to selective educational placements and post schooling, to successful careers.
Dapto’s proud history continues in the day to day interactions with children and in giving them the ‘keys to success in life’ through a strong and effective education.
I warmly welcome you again to your community’s school."
Tony Friedrich, Principal of Dapto Public School
Our school leadership team
Our Principal, Deputy Principals and Assistant Principals, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.
Deputy Principal
Assistant Principal Early Stage 1
Assistant Principal Year 1
Assistant Principal Year 2
Assistant Principal Year 3
Assistant Principal Year 4
Assistant Principal Stage 3
Assistant Principal Support
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.
- Melinda Garnero - KG
- Jayde Jenkins - KJ
- Taylor Knell - KK
- Brittany Beretov - KB
- Anne-Maree Fohrman - KF
- Jennifer Lawson - K/1L
- William Lazarou - 1W
- Amber Tecles - 1T
- Bethlyn Hunter - 1J
- Jody Mitchell - 1M
- Brooke Irving - 1/2B
- Kayla Treffiletti & Helen Harris - 2T
- Marcus Arnold - 2A
- Shakila Morganan - 2M
- Kristy Rhind - 2E
- Melinda Dalli - 2/3D
- Jackson Walsh - 3W
- Pollie Miller - 3M
- Louise Martin & Jayne Rixon - 3/4L
- Gail Thorne & Natalie Kostovski - 4T
- Georgia Ryan - 4R
- Maggie Cooper - 4M
- Caroline Reys - 4/5C
- Sam Munro - 5P
- Dane Sanderson - 5S
- Natalie Wells - 5N
- Linda Wilson - 5/6W
- Charmaine Smith - 6S
- Don Eady - 6E
- Tori Hovelmann - 6H
- Rachel Lee & Leisa Steuart - K-6A
- Lenise McCulloch - K/1C
- Jenna Smith & Rachel Lee - 1-3S
- James So - 3-5J
- Loretta Smith & Rachel Mallon - 5/6L
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.
School Counsellor
- Rebecca Glover
Librarian
- Vivienne Reilly
Learning Support Teachers
- Jennie Damir
- Janet Pezzutto
- Kelly Zohar
- Hannah Duncan
RFF (Release from face-to-face) Teachers
- Vivienne Reilly
- Rennae Howard
- Andrew Hedger
- Renae Harman
- Jordan Desoisa
- Jessica Clarkson
Aboriginal Education and English Second Language (ESL) Teacher
- Anne-Maree Fohrmann
School Learning Support Officers (SLSOs)
- Gail Privett
- Sharon Donnelly
- Simone Cutajar
- Harriet Mitchell
- Dee Huseyin
- Melissa Abrahams
- Donna Shuttleworth
- Tracey Willis
- Kelly Gallagher
- Rochelle Marskell
- Kina Donovan
- Licia Baerwinkel
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.
- Brittany Doyle, Business Manager
- Renata Pierro, School Administration Officer
- Bec Van Mouwerik, School Administration Officer
- Krystin Smith, School Administration Officer
- Simone Cutajar, School Administration Officer
- John Crittenden, General Assistant
- Steve Mathias, Site Manager
- Natalie Hutchinson, Canteen Supervisor
Have a question for our leadership team or teachers?
Our friendly office team can help you get in touch.