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 Rutherford Public School, where Together we Strive to create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment for every child.
Our dedicated staff are committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning programs that support the academic, social and emotional growth of all students. We value respect, curiosity and collaboration, and we take pride in the strong partnerships we build with families and our wider community.
We invite you to explore our website to discover the many opportunities available to our students and to see what makes Rutherford Public School such a vibrant and supportive place to learn.
Andrew Brown, Principal of Rutherford Public School
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 senior executive team consists of:
Andrew Brown
Principal (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
Jessica Malu
Principal (Wednesday)
Deputy Principal- Primary (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
Tammy Banning
Deputy Principal- Infants
Belinda Lantry
Deputy Principal- Primary (Wednesday)
Other executive staff:
Jodi Morton
Assistant Principal- Kindergarten
Fia Lyle
Assistant Principal- Year 1
Toni Hadden
Assistant Principal- Year 2
Andrew Smith
Assistant Principal- Year 3
Belinda Lantry
Assistant Principal- Year 4
Leader of Aboriginal Education
Luke Wilson
Assistant Principal- Year 5
Jess Beddie
Assistant Principal- Year 6
Victoria Bird
Assistant Principal- Inclusion and Support
Helen Foy
Assistant Principal- Wellbeing
Rebecca Spalding
Assistant Principal- Learning and Support
Paulette Evans
Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction
David Silver
Assistant Principal Curriculum and Instruction
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.
- Jodi Morton (Assistant Principal)
- Pavlina Kostalova
- Josef Burke-Smith
- Ann Bull
- Tracey Duncan
- Lucy Murray
- Natasha Potts
- Bridget Templeman
- Jackie Tsang
- Fia Lyle (Assistant Principal)
- Matilda Beer
- Charlotte Cox
- Deb Groth
- Izabella Macdonald
- Hailey Mills
- Petrisse Regan
- Talia Morgan
- Toni Hadden (Assistant Principal)
- Robyn Buttsworth
- Ashley Crawford
- Jasmine Hocking
- Carly Hockley
- Rebecca Lane
- Samantha Palmer
- Andrew Smith (Assistant Principal)
- Tom Curphy
- Sarah Pepperall
- Jess Thomas
- Belinda Lantry (Assistant Principal)
- Simon Davies
- Dominic Lowe
- Rachel Waugh
- Jo Ward
- Luke Wilson (Assistant Principal)
- Sarah Burgman
- Laura Clulow
- Kim Gjura
- Lauren Feeney
- Ainslie Ledwos
- Dominic Lowe
- Jess Beddie (Assistant Principal)
- David Bailey
- Sarah Burgman
- Gen Cotton
- Jake Gelfius
- Amy Griffiths
- Ainslie Ledwos
- Victoria Bird (Assistant Principal)
- Kristen Clemesha
- Dominique Cook
- Chris Fenn
- Karen Jackson
- Danielle Mahoney
- Ashe-Leigh Arrowsmith
- Georgie Binskin
- Victoria Bird
- Sarah Burgman
- Josef Burke-Smith
- Sue Curry
- Ally Davidson
- Ashley Crawford
- Sue Curry
- Jasmine Hocking
- Belinda Lantry
- Lucy Murray
- Bree Parker
- Lara Smith
- Jessica Swan
- Ashleigh Vaughn
- Erin Wilson
- Jessica Swan
- Jane Wilkinson
- Jessica Allan
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.
- Helen Foy, Wellbeing Assistant Principal
- Rebecca Spalding, Learning and Support Assistant Principal
- Rachel Highet, Learning and support teacher
- Erin Wilson, Learning and support teacher
- Simone Lambert, Small group tuition teacher
- Hilary Burgess, EAL/D Teacher
- Emma Jackson, School Counsellor
- Fiona Spooner, School Counsellor
- Rasna Gandhi, Community liaison officer
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.
- Wendy Potts, Business manager
- Kristy McConnell, School administrative manager
- Natalie Vassallo, School administrative officer
- Jenny Harwood, School administrative officer
- Megan Ryan, School administrative officer
- Amanda Morris, School administrative officer
- Kylie Dobos, School administrative officer (Tuesday and Wednesdays)
- Sarah O'Dell, General assistant
- Ricky Lewis, General assistant
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.
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.