Meet Kakapo Team
Kākāpō is the Year 4 syndicate. We are a multicultural team, with our teachers originating from Australia, South Africa and the UK. We work together closely, utilising the passion and strengths of the kaiako to provide a well rounded learning experience for our students. We look forward to having lots of fun and exciting adventures with our tamariki, including their first school camp.
Room 3 - Sarah Peers (Team Leader)
Miss Peers has worked in many areas of Pukete School before joining the Kākāpō Team in 2023. Her many interests include The Arts, Swimming, and Travel. She enjoys exploring this beautiful country that she now calls home. Most weekends Sarah is cheering on one of her sports-mad children on the side of a football, futsal or hockey pitch. The class colour for Room 9 is Yellow.
Room 8 - LAURA CASSERLEY
Ms. Casserley is looking forward to another exciting year of teaching and learning with her colleagues and students in the Kākāpō Team. She loves being in the mountains on her bicycle, running along the Waikato river, or relaxing on the beach. Ms. Casserley has travelled to many places around the world and loves learning about and experiencing different cultures. She enjoys the cultural diversity in her classroom and encourages respect and kindness amongst her students.
Room 10 - CAITLIN MCHARDY
In Room 10 we have Miss Caitlin McHardy. This is Caitlin’s third year teaching after graduating at Waikato University in 2023. Originally from Taranaki she now calls the Waikato home. She loves travelling, netball and exploring new places. She is looking forward to welcoming the children to her class.
Pip Crawshaw - Learning Support Coordinator (LSC)
Pip is excited to take on the role of Learning Support Coordinator again this year. She is looking forward to working alongside family and whānau, teachers, learning assistants and the senior leadership team to support tamariki at Pukete School. Pip has worked across the school teaching in the Tui, Kiwi, Kea and Kākāpō teams and will also support with teacher release.
