A warm welcome to the following clients who have all joined the Education Services family in the last couple of months. ​

• Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua,
• Te Pae School,
• Te Wharekura o Tamaki ki te Tonga,
• Boulcott School,
• St Patrick's School (Napier),
• Maraetai Beach School,
• Birchville School,
• Bairds Mainfreight Primary School,
• Te Uho O Te Nikau Primary,

Further to my message on 30/7 advising of my impending retirement, I have great pleasure in introducing my replacement – Karla Gichard.

Karla joined us on August 10th and brings with her a wealth of CEO and management experience. She has been eagerly soaking up how we do things here at ESL and meeting all our staff (no mean feat these days with 7 sites and 80+ staff). Karla looks forward to meeting many of you in person at our Christmas client functions (Yes we are planning these already!!).

Karla can be contacted at [email protected] if you have any queries etc.

For you there will be no change, the same exceptional service and the same person looking after your school.
For me the exit is getting nearer – I will be on deck until October 9th (albeit in a supporting role from Monday 7th) – I can’t wait – the fishing rods, golf clubs, tramping boots and passport are waiting for me!!!

I will be carrying on as a Director of Education Services for at least 2 years to provide support and continuity.

Have a wonderful day, and thank you so much for your support of Education Services. It is something we never take for granted and we try to earn your business and your respect every single day.

My very best wishes to you, your family and your school community.