OUR TEAM
Meet the dedicated team at Roseneath.
Our kaiako (teachers) and support staff are passionate about championing every child's unique strengths and creating a vibrant, inclusive place to learn.
TEACHING & LEADERSHIP STAFF
Jenny Foote
I am incredibly proud to be the Principal at Roseneath School. Having been part of the Roseneath whānau since 2018, I love working alongside such a passionate team to champion our students in a vibrant, inclusive environment.
I maintain the joy of teaching by taking the Long Boat class one day a week. Roseneath School is a dynamic place where there is always something creative and inspiring happening to make our learners flourish.
Outside of school: I enjoy exploring Aotearoa in my motorhome. I love to garden, knit, take ocean swims and play Bridge.
Jenny.Foote@roseneath.school.nz →PRINCIPAL
Anne Crewdson
I have the privilege of teaching our seniors in Upper Bridge and serving on the Board of Trustees. Having taught across Wellington since the 1980s, having grown up in the neighbourhood, I know there is something uniquely special about the Roseneath community. Being part of the team to help ‘every student to leave Roseneath School as a confident, connected, actively involved, life-long learner’ is very rewarding.
Outside of school: You’ll usually find me relaxing with a good book, going for a walk, or spending time with friends and family!
Anne.Crewdson@roseneath.school.nz →Teacher - Upper Bridge (YRS 7-8)
Sarah Lightfoot
Kia ora! I have the privilege of teaching Year 5 & 6 in The Long Boat. Originally from North Wales, I taught and lived in Taupō before relocating to Wellington. I absolutely love building relationships with my students and their whānau and Roseneath School is a wonderful, supportive and inclusive place to do this.
Outside of school: I enjoy reading, cooking, beach days, and spending time with my friends and my family.
sarah.lightfoot@roseneath.school.nz →TEACHER - LONGBOAT (YRS 5-6)
Ottilie Cacace
After teaching at a few different schools around the Wellington region, I have had the wonderful opportunity to join the Roseneath team from 2026. The ocean views, vibrant playground, and kind teaching team are all part of what makes this school an amazing place to teach. I share my love of music with students and I am teaching them to play the violin.
Outside of school: I play and teach violin and enjoy taking my dog for a walk with my husband.
Ottilie.Cacace@roseneath.school.nz →TEACHER - Upper DECK (YR 4)
Maria Malone
I love teaching in the junior end of the school because the children are so creative and imaginative. I’m passionate about art and music, and drumming has become part of our daily programme.
Outside of school: I enjoy drumming with Wellington Batucada, Te Ataarangi classes, walking my dog, and spending time with my children.
Maria.Malone@roseneath.school.nz →TEACHER - LOWER DECK (YRS 2-3)
Jen Thwaites
I love teaching our New Entrants and Year One students! I enjoy welcoming our newest students and their families to school and seeing those enthusiastic ‘lightbulb’ learning moments. The special nature of our small school means I get to see the children grow in their skills and confidence as they move up through the school.
Outside of school: I love spending time with friends and family, baking, creating, and enjoying Wellington.
Jen.Thwaites@roseneath.school.nz →Teacher - AFT (YRS 0-1)OFFICE & SUPPORT STAFF
JOANNE LEGGETT
OFFICE MANAGERCERI LEWIS
Learning Support Teacher Aide - Upper BridgeNicola Dunne
Learning Support Teacher Aide / Admin SupportReady to join our whānau?
We would love to welcome you through the gates. Come and say kia ora to the team, explore our beautiful hillside environment, and see if Roseneath is the right fit for your child.