Board Of Trustees

Seeking election onto the Board of Trustees [BOT] is the most formal means of involvement in the school. The BOT is the school’s governing body and members work closely with management at a strategic level. Board meetings are advertised in advance and are open to the public.

The Seatoun School Board of Trustees (the Board) is the elected group of parents and staff representatives who have the responsibility for the governance of our school.

The school’s successes result from an effective and ongoing partnership between the Ministry of Education, the Board, the Principal, the staff, the students, their parents, caregivers and families and the wider Seatoun community.

We are fortunate to have a dedicated and motivated principal and staff. Our children achieve in all areas. With the continued commitment and support of the whole school and community we can achieve our aim to cater for each student’s individual needs and ensure that all reach their full potential both during their time at Seatoun School and in the future.

Seatoun School is rated by the Government as a decile 10 school. This means we receive substantially less funding than other schools based on the expectation that our location in a high socio/ economic area gives us greater access to financial and other resources. Your contribution in terms of time, skills and money are more than just a bonus to the school – they are critical for the effective day to day running and are a key ingredient in the delivery of the highest quality education to your child or children.

We look forward to meeting you and your child and to establishing a positive, enjoyable and mutually rewarding relationship with you and your family.

Charlotte Brook
Presiding Member
— Seatoun School Board of Trustees

A copy of the Seatoun Schools Strategic Plan can be downloaded as a pdf here.

A copy of the Seatoun School Annual Implementation Plan can be downloaded as a pdf here.

It is a great privilege to serve on the Board of Trustees of Seatoun School. I have served on the Board since 2010, as Presiding Member since 2022.  I have three sons who have been through Seatoun School, with just one remaining (in Year 5).

I am a barrister specialising in criminal and public law. My background is as a Crown prosecutor but I have also done regulatory work and general public law work. While I would hope there would be no need for my criminal law expertise on the Board, I have a lot of experience resolving disputes and negotiating for good outcomes. I have previously held senior leadership roles (including at Deputy Chief Executive level in a government department) so I also have experience managing budgets and resources, recruiting staff and dealing with general employment matters.

We are fortunate to have a wonderful teaching staff and Principal; I see our role as a Board as supporting them to help our children be the best they can be.

BROOK, Charlotte

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BLYDE, Alan

I’m grateful for the opportunity to support Seatoun School through the Board of Trustees. I’m a proud mum to three children – Noah, Jack, and Lucy – with Jack and Lucy currently in Years 5 and 3. Our family has had a wonderful experience at Seatoun School, and I’ve been consistently impressed by the dedication of the staff, the strong community spirit, and the school’s clear values and leadership.

Professionally, I have a background in accounting and project management, having worked overseas and as Group Accountant at Z Energy here in Wellington. I now work as Events Manager for the NZ Art Show – a role that combines creativity, organisation, and community connection.

I’m committed to supporting our school’s leadership and teaching staff by helping ensure access to quality resources, professional development, and great facilities. It’s a privilege to contribute to a school environment where both students and staff can thrive.

CAIRNS, Claire

FARRAR, Hamish

My name is Simon McDowell. Thank you for the opportunity to contribute to the School Board. I have one child at Seatoun School in year 3. My other two children have now left Seatoun School for High School. At least one child has been at Seatoun School since 2015. I also have two nieces and one nephew at Seatoun School. We whakapapa to Ngāti Porou and Te Aitanga-a-Hauiti.

MCDOWELL, Simon