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
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Stanmore Public School. Established in 1884 on the lands of the Gadigal people, our school has a proud history and a strong sense of community.
We offer rich and varied learning opportunities within and beyond the classroom, including specialist Music, Drama, Language and Kitchen Garden programs, and diverse sporting and extracurricular activities.
Our dedicated and caring staff are committed to helping every student thrive and develop the skills to make a positive impact on our world.
I invite you to explore our website to discover what makes our school special and I look forward to welcoming you into our community.
Ben Heinecke, Principal of Stanmore Public School
School leadership
The Leadership Team oversees the efficient running of the school and leads the staff in building an inspiring, innovative and inclusive school community.
Principal: Ben Heinecke
Deputy Principal (Mon-Thu): Nicole Morris
Assistant Principal - Stage 1 Supervisor (Mon-Thu) Deputy Principal (Fri): Richelle Pollack
Assistant Principal Curriculum & Instruction: Karl Liessmann
Assistant Principal Early Stage 1 Supervisor (Mon-Thu): Jillie Brayley
Rel. Assistant Principal Early Stage 1 Supervisor (Fri): Angela Varvaressos
Rel. Assistant Principal Stage 1 Supervisor (Fri): Vanessa Garcia
Assistant Principal Stage 2 Supervisor: Nathan Stevens
Assistant Principal Stage 3 Supervisor: Murray Nance
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.
Supervisor - Jillie Brayley (Mon-Thur) & Angela Varvaressos (Fri)
KA - Danielle Aucott
KBH - Jillie Brayley (Assistant Principal, Mon-Thu), Sally Hassen (Fri)
KM - Cara Mann
KP - Romy Papas
Curriculum Reform Executive Release Teacher - Sally Hassen (Thu)
Supervisor - Richelle Pollack (Mon-Thu) & Vanessa Garcia (Fri)
1P - Richelle Pollack (Assistant Principal, Mon-Thu, Deputy Principal, Fri) & Natalie Liang (Fri)
1T - Sonia Taylor
1V - Angela Varvaressos
2B - Louise Barry
2C -
2J - Matinde James
Curriculum Reform Executive Release Teacher - Natalie Liang (Thu)
Supervisor - Nathan Stevens
3M - Tonina Mintfield & Michelle Baboujon
3S - Nathan Stevens (Assistant Principal)
3/4A Enrichment - Angela-Claire McDonald
4B - Sarah Barratt
4G - Philip Gray
4W - Kailee Wallington-Jones
Curriculum Reform Executive Release Teacher - Annette Carruthers (Wed)
Supervisor - Murray Nance
5/6A - Andrew Lade
5/6H - Nigel Hunt (Mon-Thu), Jenny Vezos (Fri)
5/6L Enrichment - Brett Latham
5/6N - Murray Nance
5/6S - Samantha Hicks
5/6T - Steph Thompson
Curriculum Reform Executive & ICT Release Teacher - Hayden Basaraba (Wed-Thu)
Supervisor - Nicole Morris
Teacher Librarian - Jan Metzner (Tue-Fri)
Teacher Librarian - Vince Taouk (Fri)
Specialist Drama Teacher - Natalie Lopes (Tue-Fri)
Specialist Music Teacher - Bridget Poon (Tue-Fri)
Community Language: Greek - Jenny Vezos (Tue-Thu)
Community Language: Mandarin - Ben Xin Ji (Tue-Thu)
Garden Specialist - Tristen Cannell (Wed-Thu)
Kitchen Specialist - Dimitra Alfred (Tue-Thu)
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 and often hold advanced accreditation. This ensures the best quality teaching for every child.
Teachers who never stop learning
Our teachers are always growing. They take part in ongoing professional learning to stay up-to-date on current teaching practices and bring fresh ideas into the classroom.
Teacher - family partnerships
Our teachers build trust through clear communication. Our families know that their child has the support they need to learn lifelong skills.
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 strive to make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.
Learning & Support Teacher - Vanessa Garcia
Learning & Support Teacher - Maree Wodson (Tue-Thu)
Learning & Support Teacher - Sally Hassen (Tue-Wed)
English as an Additional Language / Dialect Teacher - Annette Carruthers (Tue & Thu)
School Counsellor - Steven Krinitzky (Mon & Wed)
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.
School Administrative Manager - Connie Tropiano (Mon & Tue)
Rel. School Administrative Manager - Cathy Zervas (Wed-Fri)
School Administrative Officer - Cathy Zervas (Mon-Tue)
School Administrative Officer - Amanda Briggs
School Administrative Officer - Kurumi Honda (Wed-Fri)
School Learning & Support Officer - Sonia Adoncello
School Learning & Support Officer - Susie Boughton
School Learning & Support Officer - Yvonne Moustakas (Mon, Tue, Fri)
School Learning & Support Officer - Dimi Stratos (Tue-Fri)
General Assistant - Wayne Farr
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Additional learning support
Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.
Stories and highlights
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