Get to know our school staff. We're all here to help.
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.
The principal is responsible for the educational leadership and management of our school. If you would like to speak to the principal, please contact us to make an appointment.
Our school administrative staff can answer inquiries or direct you to the appropriate staff member for help.
Balgownie Staff Members 2024
Principal
Donna Barton
Executive team
Carinya Barkley - Curriculum and Instruction
Martin Loxton - Year 5&6
Sarah Steele - 3&4
Pam Maranesi - K-2
Early Stage One
Anna Scott
Ben Ridgway
Stage One
Davina Robson
Tomas Wright
Alison Kerema
Tass Caliskan
Pam Maranesi
Stage Two
Sarah Steele
Jordon Citra
Sascha Lynch
Jenny Harrison
Brianna Urqhart
Stage Three
Lisa Body
Jill Hockey
Martin Loxton
Jessica Tougher
SASS Staff
Michelle Thompson (Buisness Manager, Admin Manager)
Melody Edwards (Admin Manager)
Joanne Oyston (Admin Officer)
Casey Snow (Admin Officer)
Dave Swan (General Assistant)
Learning Support Teachers
Vanessa Cliff
Emily Gosling
Janaya Quirk
Diane Burns
Jill Hockey
Brianna Urquhart
Learning Support Officers
Joanne Carrigan
Casey Snow
Karen Gruevski
Khalia Rasch
Aimee Shelton
School Counsellor
Gary Rosser
School Librarian
Jacqualine Birchall
Casey Snow (Library Technician)