Spring Creek Staff
Cheryl Alderlieste
Principal, Teacher Y4-6, PB4L Lead
principal@springcreek.school.nz
Kia ora koutou,
At Spring Creek School, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. I believe in creating a positive, inclusive environment where all tamariki feel safe, valued, and inspired to challenge themselves. Our strengths-based approach ensures every child is celebrated for their unique gifts, fostering a love for learning that supports their growth and success.
Beyond the classroom, I cherish time with my family and animals, enjoy beach walks with my dogs, and love listening to music. I feel incredibly privileged to lead our beautiful rural kura, just minutes from Blenheim. Together, with our dedicated staff and amazing students, we continue to build a warm, supportive whānau where every child is empowered to shine.
Ngā manaakitanga.
Melissa Bryant
Teacher Y1-2
mbryant@springcreek.school.nz
Kia ora koutou. I am Melissa Bryant and I am excited to be teaching the New Entrants to Year 1 in Awhi for 2025. I have loved getting to know the children over this past year and I am looking forward to building stronger relationships with the students and their whānau.
I live in Rarangi with my husband and teenage daughter. In my spare time, I love to spend time with my family, hang out at the beach and read good books.
Jackie Mealings
Teacher Y2-4
jmealings@springcreek.school.nz
Ko Jackie tōku ingoa.
I am passionate about educating children and am thrilled to be included in, and to contribute to the Spring Creek School community for this year. I have loved getting to know the children when I have been at Spring Creek School as a relieving teacher, and I look forward to furthering these relationships.
I live in Waikawa with my husband, where we have been for 24 years. Out of school time, I enjoy spending time on the water fishing in the Marlborough Sounds and spending time in my garden, reading and carrying out various craft projects. I have two wonderful grandchildren and I adore spending as much time with them as possible.
Sarah MacDonald
Teacher Y3-6 & SENCO, LSC, SLA
smacdonald@springcreek.school.nz
Ko Maungakōtukutuku te maunga.
Ko Waikanae te awa.
Ko Kāpiti te motu.
Ko Ngāti Pākehā te iwi.
Ko Te Tumu Herenga Waka Marae te wharenui.
Ko Sarah Macdonald toku ingoa.
Nō reira, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā tātau katoa.
Kia ora koutou, I am Sarah (Mrs Mac) and I will be teaching in Ngā Whetū with the wonderful Mrs A. I have absolutely loved getting to know the tamariki and whānau of SCS over the last year and a half. Originally from the Kāpiti Coast, I moved to sunny Marlborough in 2019. Since then I have been teaching locally and raising my son, Pat who is turning 3 in June. I am super passionate about establishing meaningful relationships with our ākongai as they build the foundation for positive life-long learning. When I am not at school I enjoy making the most of our local environment, especially Rangitoto ki te Tonga (D’Urville Island) which is a special place for my whānau.
Vanessa Beck
Office Administrator/Learning Assistant
admin@springcreek.school.nz
Vanessa is the office administrator at Spring Creek School. She works in the office every day. In addition, Ness also supports in class as a Learning Assistant, mainly in the Ngā Whetu Team.
Heather Hart
Learning Assistant
Heather joined Spring Creek School in 2021. She provides support for children who have additional learning needs.
Phil Josling
Caretaker and Edible Gardens Teacher
Spring Creek School Board
The School Board provides direction for the school in its governance role. The School Board publishes a short blurb in the school newsletter from time to time to keep the school community informed of the School Board’s mahi, work.
The School Board meets monthly at school in the conference room, usually on a Monday starting at 4.30 pm. Parents & whānau are always welcome to attend. Dates for the meetings are mentioned in the school’s newsletter and are also available on the google SCS Events Calendar. Copies of the School Board Meeting Minutes are available in the office foyer.
Our School Board members are:
Cara McGregor – Presiding Member: mailto:caramcgregor@springcreek.school.nz
Cheryl Alderlieste – Principal : mailto:principal@springcreek.school.nz
Johnny Joseph – Parent Representative: jjoseph@springcreek.school.nz
Emily Gee – Parent Representative: egee@springcreek.school.nz
Ruth Dugan – Parent Representative: r.dugan@springcreek.school.nz
Marijke Isley – Parent Representative: misley@springcreek.school.nz
Patricia Rodriguez – Whānau Representative: trish@springcreek.school.nz
Sarah MacDonald – Staff Representative: smacdonald@springcreek.school.nz
The Board Secretary is: Vanessa Beck – admin@springcreek.school.nz
Contact Us
Spring Creek School
52 Ferry Road
Spring Creek
7202
School office
e. admin@springcreek.school.nz
p. 03 570 5514
c. 027 4860560
