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
“I’m excited to welcome you to our school, where we create a supportive environment for every child to thrive. We value respect, curiosity and teamwork.
We’re proud of our dedicated staff and strong partnerships with families. Together, we ensure students feel valued and inspired to learn.
I invite you to explore our website to discover what makes our school special. We look forward to welcoming you into our community.”
Amanda De Carli, Principal of The Hills Sports High School
Our school leaders
Our school leaders, including our principal and deputy principals, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.
- Karen O'Connor, Deputy Principal
- Amy Harriman, Deputy Principal
- Michael Gadow, Deputy Principal
Our teaching staff
Our professional, university-educated teachers encourage students to develop a love of learning and a desire to succeed. They maintain the highest integrity and concern for your child’s wellbeing.
- Administration - Lesley Potts
- CAPA - Kate Jameson
- Director of Sport - Luke Jorgensen
- English - Lidia Di Scala
- HSIE - Roderick Simmons
- Inclusive Education - Subhag Kumar
- Mathematics - Linda Simbolon
- PDHPE - Deborah Hancock
- Science - Anne Christensen
- Secondary Studies - (TBA)
- Teaching and Learning - Vanessa Almonte
- Technology and Applied Studies - Melissa Taylor
- Wellbeing - Nicole Gadow
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CAPA:
- Kate Jameson (HT)
- Ros Arnold
- Sean Cassidy
- Tammy Sebag
- Vanessa Almonte
English:
- Lidia Di Scala (HT)
- Chantelle Andrews
- Georgia Macmillian
- Jeremy Odang-Rohan
- Margo Daly
- Pamela Melaisis
- Rajni Pathak
- Richard Montgomery
- Sangeeta Sharma
HSIE:
- Roderick Simmons (HT)
- Andrew Morris
- Christin Shea
- Daniel Bello Salcines
- Dylan Clarke
- Gurpreet Kour
- Maria Michalos
Mathematics:
- Linda Simbolon (HT)
- Danny Haynes
- Herman del Aguila Meza
- Lesley Potts
- Nora Darwish
PDHPE:
- Deborah Hancock (HT)
- Daniella Costaganna
- Charlotte Moore
- Jamie Slater
- Josh Petero
- Patricia Raikadroka
- Sarah Gaul
- Sharlette De Carvalho
- Simon Greaves
- Terrance Rone
- Zenab Kamandi
Technology and Applied Studies:
- Melissa Taylor (HT)
- Amy Ye
- Cameron Robson
- Mitchell Roeder
- Penelope Hill
Science:
- Anne Christensen (HT)
- Deepika Gunawardane
- Kanchan Katoch
- Laxmi Joshi
- Sandhya Kottooli
- Shanthi Soundararajan
- Swapna Thomas
Inclusive Education:
- Subhag Kumar (HT)
- David Laraghy
- George Thomas
- Julie Cheetham
- Kristine Smith
- Rita Saleh
- Sharene McDonald
- Suresh Maharaj
Year 7- Christin Shea & Maria Michalos
Year 8 - Danielle Fraser
Year 9 - Sean Cassidy
Year 10 - Daniella Costaganna
Year 11 - Vanessa Almonte
Year 12 - Lelsey Potts
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.
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.
- Head Teacher Wellbeing - Mrs Nicole Gadow
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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.
- Business Manager - Ms Lyn Bailey
- School Administration Manager - Ms Learne Devine
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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.