All of New Zealand’s state and state-integrated schools have aboard. The board is the Crown entity responsible for the governance and the control of the management of the school. Its key roles include:

• development and ongoing review of the school charter and strategic plan

• monitoring and reviewing the school’s progress

• putting in place a policy framework

• employing the principal

• managing assets

• ensuring the school’s legal compliance

• implementing the National Education and Learning Priorities (NELPs)

Who we are

Rachael Spencer (Presiding Member), Kristy Pritchard, Nick Dench, Bec Ansley, Sarah Sheard, and Hayden Smythe (Staff representative)  

Welcome to the Board of Trustees at Clarkville Te Kura ki Waimātao. Upholding the cherished values of our school, our Board embodies collaboration, engagement, loyalty, and honesty, ensuring decisions are made with both heart and mind for the benefit of our community.

Situated in the beautiful semi-rural locale of Clarkville, near Kaiapoi, our school has been a pillar of learning and community spirit for 150 years. We serve a dynamic group of approximately 200 students from Year 1 through Year 8. Clarkville Primary offers a nurturing setting that promotes creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong passion for learning, supported by a committed team of educators.

As trustees, we are dedicated to maintaining and enhancing this environment, supporting educational programs that not only meet but exceed the needs of our students. We are committed to principles of sustainability and respect, striving to foster a community where every child is empowered to become a responsible, passionate, and globally minded citizen. Join us in shaping a bright future for every student at Clarkville Primary, where education and community come together.