We deeply embrace the modern techniques of today’s education, balanced with yesterday’s tried and true teaching methods. Mix this with the values of the Presbyterian faith, our pastoral care programme and the capability of our educators and we create a unique, powerful educational programme.
Welcome to the Saint Kentigern family and our collective journey of growth and exploration. In 2023, I was honoured to join a history of charismatic leaders as Principal of the College.
Starting as an educator at Auckland Boys Grammar School, I moved to Australia and began two decades of educational leadership at the Brisbane Grammar School, Brisbane Boys' College and Wesley College, Melbourne. Those roles gave me the platform to return home and engage with the faith-based values of Saint Kentigern, which I love.
As we navigate the next chapter, I am pleased to find an organisation that deeply embraces the modern techniques of today's education, balanced with yesterday's tried and true teaching methods. My commitment to this methodology, mixed with the values of the Presbyterian faith, is complete. Every student can find inspiration to achieve their fullest potential, here.
We are on a constant journey of learning and exploration. Of innovation, holistic development, and a dedication to excellence. We are creating a future where learning is life-long, opportunities abound, and our future is clear. Be confident in your choice of Saint Kentigern as an educator, an employer, and a partner. The future is bright; opportunities await.
Join us.
Fides Servanda Est.
Damon Emtage
Principal, Saint Kentigern College
BEd, MEd
Our Team
Our educators and administrators are all dedicated experts chosen for the knowledge and passion they have for their respective fields. College Senior Managers, Heads of Department, and Heads of House are all committed to excellence and motivating our students to unlock their fullest potential. Our professional development programme ensures our people stay at the forefront of their field, delivering an educational product that is effective, captivating and second to none in New Zealand.
Senior Leadership Team
Duncan McQueen
MSc(Hons), MEd Admin (Hons), Dip Tchg
Angee Robertson
BA, DipTchg
Natalie Burridge
BA, Grad DipTchg, PG Dip Ed Mgmt
Pat Baird
HDE (Sci),BEd, PG Dip Ed (Dist), MEd
Eric Wall
MSSL, DipTchg, BBS
Kate Offord
(BA)
Hannah Williams
MEdL (Hons), PGCE (Hons), BSci Biomedical Physics (Hons), MSci (Hons)
Carl Lidstone
BEd, DipTchg, Microfsoft Educator Expert
Heads of Faculty
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Miriam Slow
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Technology Product Design, Building and Construction, Fashion and Textiles Design, Food Technology, Digital Technology, Design and Visual Communication, Computer Science, Animation and Motion Graphics, Middle School Technology – General
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BSc, GradDipEng
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Gerard Hodgson
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Core Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth and Space Science
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BSc, GradDipTchg, PGDipSci
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Paul Bennett
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Physical Education, Health, Outdoor Education
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BPE
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Brian Peel
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Commerce, Accounting, Economics, Business, Financial Literacy
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BA(Hons), PGCE, PGCertAppPrac
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Rodney Stratton
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Creative Arts, Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts (Design, Painting, Photography, Printmaking and Sculpture)
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BVA, GradDipTchng
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Dr Jamie Sneddon
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Mathematics, Statistics, Calculus
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BSc, GracDipTchg(S), MSc, PhD
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Dave O'Brien (Acting)
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BA, BA (Hons), MA (Hons), GradDipSecTchg, English, Media Studies
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Merryn Ward (Acting)
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Humanities Geography, History, Social Studies, Classics Studies, Christian Education, Travel and Tourism, Theory of Knowledge
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BA (Hons) and GradDipSecTchg
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Mike Anderson
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Director of Sport
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DipBusStud
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Sara Standring
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Director of Performing Arts
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BPerArts, GradDipTchg
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Ms Mary Lin
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Head of Department for Music
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BA, BMus(Hons), DipTchg
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Ms Suzie Tornquist
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IB Coordinator
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BSC, Dip Tchg, Dip Counselling
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Heads of Pastoral Care
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Suzanne Dawson
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Registered Nurse
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Health Centre Nurse
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Edmund Aldiss
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Head of International Students
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MPhil, GradDipTchg (Sec)
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Heads of Houses
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Ieti Fetalaiga
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Head of Cargill Senior School
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BPE, MEdLd
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Dana Harrison
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Head of Cargill Middle School
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BA, BTch
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Susie Rock
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Head of Chalmers Senior School
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Bcom(Hons), PGCE
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Katie Gordon
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Head of Chalmers Middle School
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BA, BTch
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Anna Pinder
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Head of Hamilton Senior School
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BPE
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Shannon Duffy
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Head of Hamilton Middle School
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BSc, MTchg
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Peter Harries
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Head of Stark Senior School
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BA(Hons) PGCE
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Joe Cunningham
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Head of Stark Middle School
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BPE
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Naomi Wilson
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Head of Wilson Senior School
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BA(Hons), PGCE
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Al Ronberg
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Head of Wilson Middle School
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BSc (Psych), Grad Dip Tchng (Sec), Grad Dip App Theology, NZCOL (Bush)
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Julie Coughlan
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Head of Wishart Senior School
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DipTchg, BA
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Rebecca O’Donnell
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Head of Wishart Middle School
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BA, BCom, Grad Dip Tchng(Sec)
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Kevin Taylor
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Head of Year 7
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BSc(Hons), PGDE
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Enhanced Learning
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Mrs Catherine Watts
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Head of Enhanced Learning Senior School
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BA, Grad DipTchg (Sec) PGCert SpTchg (G&T)
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Kay Brown
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Head of Enhanced Learning Middle School
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B.Ed, Dip Tchg, Dip Tchg Deaf and Hearing Impaired
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