The Board of Trustees is a legally constituted group of elected parents who represent the school community and are responsible for governing the school. Elections are held every three years. The board meets twice each term, and meetings are open to the public. Parents are welcome to attend as observers but may only contribute if invited to speak.
Parents who wish to raise a question or make a recommendation must submit it in writing to the board secretary at least five business days before the scheduled meeting.

Our Board

The Stanley Bay School Board consists of five community/parent representatives elected every three years, the Principal, and a staff member.

Board Meetings

Board Meetings are public and you are welcome to attend, they are held in school at 6 pm. They are not, however, public meetings where anyone has a right to speak; speaking rights can be granted by the Board.

Contact

To contact the board, please use the following email address:
[email protected]

Dates and Minutes

​Policies and Procedures

Our school uses SchoolDocs for our policies and procedures. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies that have been well-researched and follow the Ministry of Education National Administration Guidelines. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school.You can view our policies and procedures by clicking on this link – Stanley Bay SchoolDocs. 
​The username is stanleybay and password SBS.

Copyright 
Except where stated, the content on this site is the copyright of SchoolDocs Ltd. and may not be reproduced without their written permission.

Complaints Procedure 
If you wish to raise a matter of concern or make a complaint, please email a member of the board, or review our policies at Stanley Bay SchoolDocs. The username is stanleybay and password SBS.
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Education Review Office (ERO) Review 
Our most recent and historical ERO reviews can be read online at the Education Review Office website.
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ERO Review

Annual report

Financial Report

Strategic plan and implementation plan

Strategic plan Overview:

Health Consultation Survey 2025

Every two years the Stanley Bay School Board of Trustees consults with the school community and adopts a statement on the delivery of the health curriculum.
​In October/November, consultation took place with the parent community by way of a survey linked to the newsletter and a link sent in an email. A summary of the results and a statement on the delivery of the health curriculum is detailed above.

Current Board Members


Jonathan (Monty) Duncan - Presiding Member
Cam Allison- Elected Member
Jonathan Marshall - Elected Member
Meredith Dawson Lawry- Elected Member
Sarah Ostergaard - Elected Member
Holly Knill - Co-opted Board Member
Helen Pelham - Acting Principal
Rachel McDonnell- Staff Representative

Monty Duncan

Helen Pelham- Acting Principal
Residing in Devonport for over a decade with his wife Kate and their children Martha, Miller, and Greta, Monty is an active community member.
With 20 years in corporate accounting, Monty is the Finance Director at Les Mills International and is passionate about aligning SBS’s financial strategy with its educational goals. He strives to enhance our learning environment through governance and decision-making skills.
Monty is actively involved in SBS’ sports programs, coaching Year 5 netball, Year 1/2 touch, and Year 5/6 Rippa Rugby teams.

Rachel McDonnell
Staff Representative

As both a parent and teacher at SBS, I’ve been part of the community for many years, teaching multiple year levels - most recently Year 3–4 - and have been privileged to teach siblings across the same families. As a Devonport-Takapuna Kāhui Ako Maths Leader, I’m passionate about making the core subject engaging and accessible for all learners and have led professional workshops on effective teaching practices. I mentor student teachers, valuing their collaboration
and fresh ideas.
On our Board, I bring a teaching perspective, deep knowledge of our school, and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for tamariki and kaiako.
With nearly 40 years in education, I’ve spent most of my career teaching and leading Year 5–6 students before recently moving into leadership (initially as Deputy Principal and, since June, Acting Principal). My 21 years at SBS have kept me closely connected to what matters for children, teachers, and parents. Having lived in Devonport for 30 years with my husband, Murray, I value the strong community that
comes from living and working in the same place. I put children at the centre of every decision and remain
committed to ensuring every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to learn.

Meredith Dawson Lawry

Kia ora, As a proud parent of 2 children at Stanley Bay Primary, I feel grateful to be part of a community I’ve called home for more than a decade. I lead the Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability team at Deloitte, where I help integrate social and environmental impact into everyday business practices.
​My background spans many years in the apparel industry, across sourcing, sustainability, and leadership - building strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills. I’m passionate about fostering inclusive environments where every child can thrive. I’m committed to supporting teachers, strengthening community connections, and championing our school’s values.

Jonathan Marshall

I’m laser-focused on strengthening the home–school partnership, backing every kaiako, and ensuring students feel safe, included, challenged, and supported across all aspects of learning.
Since joining our Board, I’ve prioritised clear communication, staff well-being, and reducing unnecessary workload so teachers can focus on education and achievement.
​With a background in journalism and now partnering with leading non-profits that use Salesforce, I bring governance experience, strategic thinking, and a collaborative approach.
​I live on Stanley Point and am dad to Lola, 8, who loves everything about Room 4 - her friends, teacher, and their fun together.

Sarah Ostergaard

I have been a proud Stanley Bay School parent since 2017, with my daughter Lily now in Year 9 at TGS and my son Oliver (Year 5) and daughter Ella (Year 3) currently at SBS.
Over the past three years, I have helped lead the organisation of the Stanley Bay School Mud Run—our biggest fundraising event—welcoming more than 1,000 participants and raising around $50,000 each year. I also enjoy supporting school sporting activities and events whenever I can.
​Outside school, I run fitness classes for women and senior citizens and provide personal training, creating spaces that foster connection, wellbeing and support.
I’m passionate about building community, creating strong relationships and bringing people together. I look forward to contributing these strengths, along with my organisational skills, to help our school continue to grow and thrive as a member of the Stanley Bay School Board.

Cam Allison

I’m committed to supporting our teachers, building strong links with families, and creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment. Alongside core learning areas such as literacy and
numeracy, I want all students to benefit from our school’s vast co-curricular opportunities.
My background spans leadership and governance roles across ASX, NZX, private, and not-for-profit sectors, with experience in strategy, collaboration, and change leadership.
I look forward to working with the Board, Principal, staff, and community to ensure every student is supported and encouraged to succeed.
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Holly Knill

Since returning home in 2021 to steer a local telco back to profitability, I’ve been actively involved at SBS (through daughter Maddy), from taking my profitability ethos into the school’s fundraising missions to being co-opted onto the Board.
​I’ve held international leadership roles across telecommunications, television and SaaS, and now advise businesses after recently completing a Master’s in Technological Futures, specialising in AI and productivity.
To the Board, I bring strategic leadership and education experience as a Te Uru Amokura Springboard Trust facilitator, which is transforming strategic leadership across hundreds of Kiwi schools.
I focus on the foundations: strong literacy and numeracy, reducing teacher barriers and educating happy, resilient kids.