Student Support Team

We pride ourselves on having a comprehensive student support team. This includes our House Deans who focus on pastoral needs of students. Academic Leaders who focus on academic achievement and student pathways, our Guidance team who provide counselling services to our students and our Learning Support team.

Deans

Hiranga House - Green "Excellence, striving to be the best that you can be. Represented by the laurel leaf crown it symbolizes constant growth and striving to reach the heights. Links to equity, respect and excellence."	Mrs Ashford	Email	Extension - 542
	Mr Toko	Email	Extension - 604
Kārearea House - Blue "NZ Falcon, symbolizing the use of intelligence and skill to succeed and seeking the heights. It also draws parallels with the eagle which is the central link between Massey High School and Whenuapai Airbase. Links to respect and excellence."	Mr Tuivaiti	Email	Extension - 765
	Miss Lupi	Email	Extension - 528
Mātauranga - Yellow "Knowledge, the parchment in the crest. The opportunities for learning and the pathway to wisdom. Links to integrity and excellence."	Mrs Death	Email	Extension - 749
	Mr Pisi	Email	Extension - 787
Tūrama - Red "The lighting of the torch, the vibrant spark and sustaining mechanism for a lifetime of learning. Links to community and excellence."	Mrs Kanuta	Email	Extension - 541
	Mr Kalolo	Email	Extension - 654

Academic Leaders

The Academic Leader is attached to a year level. Their focus is Academic Achievement. In the junior years, this focus is on the transition to high school and establishing good academic behaviours. At Year 9, this will include ensuring students are equipped, connected and ready to learn whilst also introducing them to important study skills required at high school. As students move into Year 10 the focus shifts to NCEA. Students will need to understand the qualification requirements, subject pathways, and information on endorsements. Academic leaders also help whānau to navigate the intricacies of this national qualification system and provide important information on how to best support your young person over the coming years. Throughout Years 11-13, our Academic Leaders work closely with students to ensure they are getting the very best results they can get. This involves the monitoring and tracking of data, regular meeting with key students and, where necessary, additional support. If you have any questions or require any advice on anything academic – please reach out to your child’s Academic leaders.
Year 9	Mrs van der Kraaij	Email
Year 10	Mr Wheeler	Email
Year 11	Mrs Brodie	Email
Year 12	Ms Cork	Email
Year 13	Mr Osborne	Email

Guidance Team

At Massey High School, the wellbeing of our students is a priority. Our Guidance Team is here to provide a safe, supportive, and confidential space where students can seek help, talk through challenges, and access the support they need to thrive. Whether students are facing difficulties at school, at home, with friendships, or simply need someone to talk to, our dedicated team is available to listen, guide, and connect them with appropriate support services. We encourage all students to reach out whenever they need assistance.
Laura Menezes - Head of Guidance	Email	Extension - 544
Toni Stacey	Email	Extension - 532
Brunetta Giborees	Email	Extension - 505
Leesa Minton-Skirrow	Email	Extension - 534

Learning Support

Angela Whyte - SENCO	Email	Extension - 575
Caren Brodie - LSC	Email	Extension - 660
Emma Chambers - LSC	Email	Extension - 658
Nelson Delailomaloma - Transitional Support for new students to Massey High School.	Email