Principal – Heidi Olykan
Kia Ora – I’m Heidi and I am proud to be a part of this wonderful team, at this fabulous little school.
As a team, we look forward to supporting you and your whānau as you engage in this step on your learning journey. We look forward to working alongside you, and always know we are just a phone call or an email away at any time. He aroha whakatō, he aroha puta mai – if kindness is sown, then kindness you shall receive.
Our Teaching Team Members
Toby Ammundsen -Deputy Principal and Teacher of Year 7-8 Ramaroa Nui
Kia ora. I am working in Ramaroa Nui in 2026.
Evelynne Gilmour -Teacher of Year 5-6
Hi I am Eve and I feel privileged to be teaching at Upper Moutere school in 2026. I am responsible for the Year 5-6 learners and additionally Year 4 learners in the afternoons and Fridays.
Rachael Whalley – Teacher of New Entrants Turama
Hi I am Rachael and I feel privileged to be teaching at Upper Moutere school. I love the way the children come to school so full of enthusiasm, curiosity and a readiness to learn.
Jaki Van Dijk Teacher Year 2-3, Ramaroa iti
Hi I’m Jaki. For 2026 I will be leading the learning in Ramaroa iti predominantly with our Year 2 learners and Year 3 learners in the afternoons and Fridays. I enjoy the rewards and challenges that teaching brings. I am really pleased to be a part of this school as we have a fantastically supportive and caring team.
Maegan Gardner Part-time Teacher New Entrant
Kia ora. I am Maegan, it is a pleasure to be working in Turama four days a week, transitioning our beginning school students.
Our Teacher Aides
- Bridget Druce
- Zara Riley
- Yvette Watson-Cook
Saree Dickson -Office Administrator
Our School Board
- Bob Hollyman KC – Presiding Member
- Grace Barnett
- Savana Jones-Middleton
- Brooke Norsworthy
- Toby Ammundsen – Staff Representative