Principal and staff profiles

Welcome from our Principal

Mr Andrew Castenetto, School Principal

Dear Parents, Students, and Community Members,

I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to you as the proud Principal of Munno Para Primary.

We are proud to offer a broad and stimulating curriculum within our vibrant classrooms. Our students have access to a wide range of specialist subjects including Science, Health, Auslan, Technologies an The Arts. Our skilled and dedicated teachers work in professional learning communities to design exciting, challenging and innovative learning experiences to reach the needs of all our children. Their goal is to inspire a love for learning, ensuring that our students are well-prepared for the challenges of the future.

We continue to develop strong links with the community and work collectively with the governing council to ensure our school community continues to grow. MPPS is more than a school; it is a flourishing community where we can all participate in the learning aspirations of young children. We encourage families to be actively involved in the education of their children as we strive to develop lifelong learners who are equipped with academic, thinking and personal skills for the future.

If you would like to request a school tour to learn more about our thriving school, please contact administration to make an appointment.

Andrew Castenetto
Principal, Munno Para Primary

Meet our leadership staff

Meet our leadership staff

Sarah Mellors

Deputy Principal

I lead whole school improvement with a focus on the Department for Education's strategy. I'm dedicated to supporting learners with additional needs, ensuring they have the resources to succeed, and working closely with staff, students, and families to create an inclusive learning environment.

Sarah Mellors, Deputy Principal

I lead whole school improvement with a focus on the Department for Education's strategy. I'm dedicated to supporting learners with additional needs, ensuring they have the resources to succeed, and working closely with staff, students, and families to create an inclusive learning environment.

Ryan Hunter

Senior Leader for Wellbeing and Inclusion

I am responsible for ensuring the wellbeing of all students at MPPS. I meet with students and families to provide support. I engage with local services and build community connections. I am passionate about student wellbeing and regulation. My goal is for every student to be safe, well and happy.

Ryan Hunter, Senior Leader for Wellbeing and Inclusion

I am responsible for ensuring the wellbeing of all students at MPPS. I meet with students and families to provide support. I engage with local services and build community connections. I am passionate about student wellbeing and regulation. My goal is for every student to be safe, well and happy.

Kari Sheilds

AET, EALD & Wellbeing for Learning

I play a crucial role in supporting the educational needs and cultural identity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. I work to create an inclusive learning environment that respects and integrates Indigenous perspectives and knowledge.

Kari Sheilds, AET, EALD & Wellbeing for Learning

I play a crucial role in supporting the educational needs and cultural identity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. I work to create an inclusive learning environment that respects and integrates Indigenous perspectives and knowledge.

Olivia Giersch

Coordinator-Curriculum & Pedagogy

I am passionate about continually building my knowledge and understanding of current research and approaches to curriculum and pedagogy. I lead school improvement that builds staff capacity to deliver high quality and evidence-based programs that support our students to become effective learners.

Olivia Giersch, Coordinator-Curriculum & Pedagogy

I am passionate about continually building my knowledge and understanding of current research and approaches to curriculum and pedagogy. I lead school improvement that builds staff capacity to deliver high quality and evidence-based programs that support our students to become effective learners.