Our Staff

Te Pākihi o Maru provides a warm, welcoming environment where children can realise their social, emotional, and academic potential. We’re an active part of our community, and our doors are always open for whānau to visit!

Stacey Honeywell

Tumuaki

Kia ora koutou,

ko Stacey tōku ingoa

I have the privilege of leading this wonderful school. My strengths lie in developing strong relationships based on mutual trust and respect with our tamariki and their whānau.


I strive to ensure that our tamariki are nurtured and cared for in an environment that allows them to be their personal best. I have an open door policy and enjoy keeping in touch with our wider community. I am also the Secretary of Te Akataea - New Zealand Māori Principals' Association, this executive plays a vital role in ensuring the best possible outcomes in education for tamariki Māori.

Jamaya Fisilau

Deputy Principal
jamayaf@tpom.school.nz

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    Kia ora, Malo e lelei! 


    I feel privileged to be part of our amazing school community. Building strong connections with tamariki and whānau is at the heart of what I do, and I am passionate about supporting each student to reach their full potential. Our school feels like home, and I love being immersed in the rich culture and whānau spirit we have created together.


    I have three tamariki of my own who keep me busy with their different activities. Outside of school, I enjoy walking our dog, reading, listening to music, and catching up with friends.

Sarndra Wallace

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    I have been teaching for 27 years at schools in Waimate, Oamaru and Palmerston. Throughout this time, I have taught students in Years 1-6. I have 15 years of management experience working as a Deputy Principal and lead teacher.


    I thoroughly enjoy teaching as it provides many ‘wow’ moments as students progress with their learning and skill set. My passion is to work with students needing extra support, or students with special needs. 


    I love the spontaneity that children have, their happiness, and their loving and fun natures. 


    I love to hear what they think about the world around them; it keeps me young!!

Anna Miller

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    Kia ora, 


    I’m Anna. I’ve been teaching at Te Pākihi o Maru since early 2020.


    Before joining the team here, I worked as the release teacher at Flag Swamp School and also did relieving work across the Dunedin area for several years. I’m a proud mother of two boys who are both students at Te Pākihi o Maru, with my eldest now in his final year. Outside of school, I enjoy horse riding, reading, and cooking.


    My husband and I have a dairy farming background, and we made the move to Oamaru at the end of 2020. We really appreciate the sense of community and the slower pace of life here compared to Dunedin.


    Teaching at Te Pākihi o Maru is a joy, especially building strong relationships with our tamariki and whānau. One of my favourite things about our school is the vibrant, multicultural community we share.

Alex Kircher

Kaiako Kererū
alexk@tpom.school.nz

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    My name is Alex Kircher, I have started teaching at Te Pakihi o Maru this year (2024). I have the privilege of teaching the Kereru class. 


    I was born in Oamaru and have lived here for most of my life, I spent the last two years teaching in Cromwell but Oamaru has always been my home. 


    Teaching has been a passion of mine since I was at primary school, I love being able to witness and be a part of the moment students understand new content. Having the opportunity to watch tamariki grow as individuals is a great privilege. I always do my best to create an environment where every student knows that they belong and are able to achieve everything they are capable of. 


    I am looking forward to the year ahead and being a part of the Te Pakihi o Maru community. 


Nicole Cope

Kaiako Kororā
nicolc@tpom.school.nz

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Jennifer Streat

Kaiako Pīwakawaka
jennifers@tpom.school.nz

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Ellen McAtamney

Kaiako Toroa
ellenm@tpom.school.nz

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    Kia ora, 


    I am Miss McAtamney (Miss McA for short). I am excited to be a part of the team at Te Pākihi o Maru as a Kaiako in Toroa class. 


    Over the past few years I have been working for Sport Waitaki where I have worked in schools all over North Otago. This is where my passion for Education Outside the Classroom and Physical Education comes from. 


    You will most likely see me out and about spectating or participating in all kinds of Sport.

Eddie Robinson

Kaiako Tūi
eddier@tpom.school.nz

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Sarah Wraight

Office Manager
office@tpom.school.nz

Kate Larkins

Kaiāwhina

Jo Wilson

Kaiāwhina

Talanoa Palu

Kaiāwhina

Ross Ovens

Kaiāwhina

Siaosi Tutuila

Kaiāwhina

Spencer Middlemass

Caretaker

Julie Jones

Kaiāwhina

    Ani

    Kaiāwhina

    Maree Kinzett

    Kaiāwhina

    Jan Bell

    Kaiāwhina
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