Meet Our Teachers

Leadership Team

Welcome to the dynamic leadership team at our school! These experienced and committed professionals work tirelessly to ensure a high-quality educational experience for every student. Guided by their vision and passion, they create an environment that nurtures growth, fosters innovation, and empowers our community. Get ready to be inspired by this remarkable team leading the way towards excellence in education!

Elaine Lesiuk

Principal

Dan Liu

Assistant Principal

Foundation Teachers

Introducing our exceptional Foundation teachers at Sorrento Primary! Their passion and experience create a supportive environment for your child's academic success and personal growth. Get ready for an inspiring journey with these amazing educators guiding the way!

Kate Wills

Michelle Richens

Pru Ferguson

Yr 1 & 2 Teachers

Introducing our talented Year 1 and 2 teachers, who bring enthusiasm and expertise to the classroom every day! They create engaging learning experiences that cater to each child's unique needs, fostering a love for learning and building strong foundations for future success. With their dedication and passion, these inspiring educators guide our young learners on an exciting journey of discovery and growth.

Nikki White

Lisa Weine

Charlotte Wilson

Hayley Hart

Year 3 & 4 Teachers

Meet our outstanding Year 3 and 4 teachers, who ignite curiosity and inspire confidence in every student! With their innovative teaching methods and nurturing approach, they help create a learning environment that encourages exploration, collaboration, and critical thinking. These dedicated educators are committed to empowering students to become independent learners, ready to tackle new challenges and achieve their full potential.

Hannah Jovanovic

Jess Woodford

Emily Marriott

Caili Hickey

Yr 5 & 6 Teachers

Introducing our exceptional Year 5 and 6 teachers, who are passionate about unlocking each student's potential! They foster a stimulating learning environment that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and resilience. With their support and guidance, students develop crucial skills and confidence to excel academically and navigate the transition to higher education. Experience the difference these dedicated educators make in shaping tomorrow's leaders!

Kathryn Matthews

Amelia Walker

Sam Aplin

Specialist Teachers

Meet our dedicated team of specialist teachers who are committed to enhancing the educational experience for every student.

Caili Hickey

Will Lewis

Lenka Brereton

Ali Murphy

Administration and Support Team

These dedicated professionals work behind the scenes to ensure a seamless and efficient learning environment for students, staff, and parents. Their commitment to excellence in organization, communication, and support plays a vital role in upholding our school's values and vision. Get to know the exceptional individuals who keep our school running smoothly and effectively!

Emma Wigg

Briony Pitt

Jody Strong

Andrea Skelton

Erika Saeki

Jemma Tolson

Iris O'Hara

Shane Watson

Emily Opie

On Being a Staff Member at Sorrento Primary...

During my time as a leader at Sorrento Primary School, there has always been a central focus on student wellbeing.

Casting my mind back to my first year of teaching, I recall a mentor teacher simply stating that; ‘if kids are happy and feel safe; they’re connected to school and are ready to learn.

From this adage I learned the importance of schools promoting a culture and facilitating programs that aim towards students feeling safe, supported and happy.

~ DAN

I truly appreciate the beauty of our natural environment and the accessibility to such an extensive variety of work and lifestyle opportunities.

We are fortunate to live, work and play in such a tranquil, vibrant and aesthetically beautiful community underpinned by strong values.

The Peninsula is geographically special but it is the spirit that nurtures the values of caring for family, friends, community and world that enhance its innate beauty.

~ KYM

Sorrento PS is a fantastic school to work at and my children loved every minute of their primary school years at Sorrento.

~ PRU

A strong sense of community is one of the many reasons why I love to work at Sorrento Primary School. Laughing with staff members and students, whilst also being part of a school where we strive to be our best, is something very special and unique.

~ HANNAH

As each year draws to a close I receive cards and letters from families thanking me for being part of their child’s first year at school. I am often brought to tears by the generous and heartfelt words. The families of SPS make me feel valued and appreciated!

~ NIKI

Seeing the students’ social and emotional skills develop over the years has been truly rewarding. Their understanding of themselves and others gives me confidence in saying that the world is in good hands when these students step out of Sorrento Primary School and move onto their next chapter.

~ HEATH

I love meeting up with ex-students, usually in our community, at their part time jobs. Some ex-students now have children of their own at school, which is both humbling and mind blowing! Sorrento staff have a great dedication to student learning, are talented and fun. It’s a privilege teaching at Sorrento Primary School.

~ ANGELA

We are so lucky to have such wonderful learning spaces at our school. Collaborative spaces such as the Cove, outside learning spaces, multiple sandpits, two beautiful playgrounds, a massive oval and the pool!

~ ZOE

One fine autumn day in 2006 I was applying for a short term contract teaching Art. The first moment that I walked through the gates of Sorrento Primary School, I knew I was somewhere special. I just had a feeling that this place was going to change my life.

~ HEATH

This school has not only given my sons a sound base to continue with further education, it has also given me the opportunity to arrive every morning to see all the students coming and ready to learn…

and all I can think of is how happy it makes me being able to take part in their lives.

My goal is to hopefully to be able to show something valuable to them and to inspire them to become people that want to do better and to reach further. Wouldn’t that be something.

~ ERIKA

Sorrento PS has cultivated the compassionate side of students by creating a school culture in which kindness is valued and practiced.

This culture of kindness is instilled in the students learning and strengthened through some wonderful programs and initiatives that the school and community offer.

~ KYM