Our School

Kasey Easdown is a highly qualified educator with over 20 years of teaching experience in primary school settings. She has a strong academic background, holding a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Teaching (Primary), a Masters in School Leadership specialising in Numeracy, and additional certifications in education and Catholic studies. Kasey has excelled in various leadership roles, including Deputy Principal, Religious Education Leader, Maths Leader and Literacy Leader. Her strengths lie in effective communication, relationship building and collaborative leadership. Recognised as a finalist in the Teacher of the Year Award, Kasey’s dedication and expertise makes her an exceptional educator for any school community.

Christine Reed is an experienced educator having worked in a variety of school settings over the past 30 years. Her experiences range from working in a bilingual Indigenous Primary School, working with new arrivals and refugees in the outer suburbs and also in many other school settings. She has extensive experience working with EAL students and promoting good EAL strategies with teachers. Christine initially completed a Diploma of Teaching (Primary) then went on to study a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Middle Years Literacy), a Masters of Education (Student Wellbeing) and a Professional Certificate in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Christine has taught all primary school year levels, post-primary classes in a remote community of the NT and is an experienced school leader, having helped to develop many schools’ proficiency in ICT, Special Needs and Student Wellbeing. She has volunteered in a secondary school in Timor Leste and completed a workplace exchange for six months at CERES Environment Park working in the education division, where she developed a passion, skills and knowledge in caring for and protecting the environment.

Christine has good knowledge of education, great cross-cultural skills, and a passion for creating learning environments where children are valued, heard and can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Brooke has a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Primary Education, accompanied by a Certificate in Religious Education. She is an experience classroom teacher along with being a specialised teacher of Performing Arts. Brooke is passionate about creating an environment that nurtures and supports each student’s style of learning, providing a range of opportunities to develop and grow. She encourages each student to share and celebrate one another’s achievements as well as appreciating everyone’s individuality. Brooke aims to ensure each student feels safe, valued and has ownership of their classroom. She tailors her teaching to meet the point of need for each of her students, using relevant data to guide her planning to give the student the best chance to achieve success as well as continuous growth. Brooke believes that learning can only take place when the student feels connected and comfortable within the environment and therefore ensures she develops positive relationships with every student to create the optimal learning space.

Madeleine has a Bachelor of International Studies and Anthropology and a Masters of Primary Teaching, accompanied by a Certificate in Religious Education. She started at St Scholastica’s as a graduate and is now enjoying her second year of teaching. She is passionate about creating a nurturing and inspiring learning environment that fosters growth, instils confidence and cultivates a love for learning. She strives to develop positive relationships with every student and creates a safe and inclusive space where every student feels valued, respected, and supported. Passionate about ensuring positive academic outcomes, Madeleine tailors her teaching to meet the diverse needs of her students. She assesses their abilities, identifies their learning style, and designs engaging and differentiated lessons that cater to their individual strengths and areas for growth. Whether through hands-on activities, group work or individualised instruction, she strives to make learning accessible and enjoyable for all her students.

Chloe has a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Primary Education, accompanied by a Certificate in Religious Education. She began her teaching career at St Scholastica’s and is currently enjoying her second year of being a teacher. Chloe is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of her students by building meaningful relationships and showing a genuine interest in their lives. Chloe’s goal is to create a nurturing, welcoming and inclusive environment where every student feels valued, supported and motivated to reach their full potential. Chloe strives to cater to the unique needs of each student, helping them grow academically, socially and emotionally. 
Being a teacher is an incredibly rewarding profession that brings her immense joy as she witnesses the remarkable journey of students’ learning and personal growth.

Crystal has recently been welcomed to the St Scholastica’s community with open arms. She has completed her Bachelor of Education (Primary) and Religious Accreditation through Australian Catholic University. Crystal has been teaching for many years and has experience teaching in junior, middle and senior school as well as being a Performing Arts Teacher. She prides herself on developing a classroom environment where each student is known, valued, respected, supported and has an active voice.

Crystal empowers her students to be confident communicators, creative thinkers, problem solvers and informed citizens. She strongly believes in taking the time to form positive relationships with students, families and colleagues as this strengthens the classroom culture which thrives on trust, respect and open communication. 

Narelle Taylor completed her Bachelor Arts/ Teaching degree through Australian Catholic University and began her teaching career in 2001. She has successfully partaken in post-graduate study with Literacy Intervention through Melbourne University. Over the years Narelle has taught from prep to year six and has previously held positions of leadership, such as Religious Education Leader and being a Mathematics Team Leader. Currently at St Scholastica’s Narelle is enjoying teaching 3/4T while also working within her leadership role in Religious Education.  

Narelle is an experienced teacher known for her focus on building student self-efficacy and promoting social and emotional development to enhance academic success. She believes that by fostering a supportive and empowering environment, students can thrive both academically and personally. Narelle works hard towards helping students develop confidence in their abilities by providing them with opportunities for success and acknowledging their achievements. While being supportive, she also sets high expectations for students. Narelle believes in challenging them to reach their full potential and works hard towards providing the necessary support and guidance to help them succeed. She additionally believes that learning with a touch of fun and humour is ideal and may be caught performing a daggy dance or delivering a joke within the classroom. 

Georgia has a bachelor’s degree in Education and a wealth of teaching experience, which has shaped her perspective as an educator. Currently, she holds a leadership role in Learning and Teaching, specifically in the areas of Literacy and Digital Technologies. Georgia’s passion for education drives her to support students not only in their academic journey but also in their overall wellbeing. She strives to create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where students feel supported and valued. Georgia aims to engage students and foster their love for learning and is committed to their growth, both academically and emotionally. Being an educator is a fulfilling experience and Georgia is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of her students.

Georgia has a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Primary Education and has been teaching for many years. She has both experience in the lower and upper primary years and holds a leadership position of Maths leader for the school. Georgia always aims to create an engaging and inclusive environment that promotes a thirst for knowledge and learning. She highly values creating genuine relationships with students, not just in her classroom but across the school. In recognising the unique strengths and individual needs of each student, Georgia tailors her teaching approach to ensure every child thrives, succeeds and reaches their full potential. Beyond academic achievements, she is committed to nurturing all aspects of the students including their wellbeing so they feel safe and supported at school, which is an essential for growth. Georgia aims to empower them to become confident, compassionate individuals who are ready to tackle the challenges of the ever-changing world.

Performing Arts
Mrs Brooke Tamburrino

Visual Arts
Mrs Marissa Kilbride

Physical Education
Mrs Carolyn Day

Language Other Than English (LOTE)
Senora Elissa Zupo

Literacy
Mrs Dee Natoli

STEM
Ms Jessi Belli

Learning Support Officers
Mrs Nicole Loft, Ms Vanessa Musarra and Mrs Kim Neate

Administration
Mrs Karen McLaren