Our staff
Our school team is committed to every student’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging. We work together to create a supportive and inclusive school where every child is set up for success.
Welcome from our principal
Welcome to the vibrant and thriving community that is Hunter School of the Performing Arts.
We offer a unique learning experience to students who are passionate about pursuing their chosen performing art. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and challenging environment that encourages each student to explore and discover their full potential academically, personally, and across the performing arts while instilling a life-long love of learning.
Tracey Breese, Principal of Hunter School of Performing Arts
Our school leaders
Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.
Years 8, 10, 12
Years 7, 9, 11
Our teaching staff
Your child’s school experience is shaped by the people around them. Our teachers bring experience, care and a passion for learning to every lesson. With a focus on success, they help every child reach their full potential.
Wellbeing and support staff
Our wellbeing and support staff guide student wellbeing, learning needs and inclusion. They work with teachers to make personalised adjustments. This means each child can take part fully in school life. We make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.
Kylie Gardner - HT Wellbeing (rel)
Blake Robertson - Student Support Officer (SSO)
Georgia Atherton - Senior Student Support
Sharnee Kelly - First Nations Education Officer
Administrative and operations staff
Our Administration Team works very hard to keep HSPA running smoothly. While we strongly encourage parents and students to use this website and other digital platforms to access information and complete transactions, our dedicated staff are always available to help you.
Paula Greentree, Business Manager (rel)
Susan Irwin, School Administrative Manager (rel)
Ms Trish Firth - Reception
Ms Kellie Wallace - Excursions & Schoolbytes
Ms Sharon Campbell - Theatre Admin & Student Support
Ms Trudy Buman - Primary Administration
Ms Natalie Hoole - Auditions & Enrolments
Ms Abby Lamont - Audition Admin Support
Ms Julie Kinsela - Attendance
Ms Penelope Francqueville - Purchasing & Procurement
Ms Freya Lubinski - Communications & Snr Exec Support
Ms Tahnee Robertson - Student Services Support
Mr David Portelli - Technical Support Officer (TSO)
Ms Ange Lydiard - Science
Ms Effie Hense - TAS
Ms Blake Robertson - Student Support Officer
Ms Georgia Atherton - Senior Student Support (Mon - Thu)
Ms Claire Costigan - SLSO TEAM LEADER
Ms Ella Thursby - SLSO & Senior Student Support (Fri)
Mr Keegan Torrance - SLSO
Ms Caitlin Maher - SLSO
Mr Dennis (George) King
Mr Robert Haidar
Have a question for our principal or teachers?
Our friendly office team can help you get in touch.