KEY PEOPLE
Principal
Claire is only the third Principal of Eynesbury Senior College at the Franklin Street campus. The stability in leadership is reflective of the positive working environment for both staff and students at the College.
Claire is passionate about providing high quality education, specialist teachers and a strong support network to enable every student to achieve their best.
She is proud of the unique learning environment and the self-learning, self-motivation, self-regulation and self-awareness principles which underpin an Eynesbury education.
The exceptional results students gain on completion of Year 12 and their continuing success in life after school continues to inspire Claire.
Make a time to speak with Claire through her EA Jill Taylor.
Phone: 08 8216 9149
Email: jtaylor@eynesbury.sa.edu.au
Co-Acting Associate Principal & Coordinator Cross Disciplinary Subjects
Jackie is our personable Co-Acting Associate Principal. Her genuine warmth and kindness puts both new and current students at ease.
In her role as Coordinator of Cross Disciplinary Subjects, Jackie helps to tailor focused study options for students to further their essential knowledge and skills in five areas including communication, citizenship, personal development, work and learning.
She enjoys the welcoming and inclusive environment at Eynesbury and watching students shine as they grow in the supportive environment provided at the College.
Phone: 08 8216 9153
Co-Acting Associate Principal, Director of Studies and VET Coordinator
Her title might be a mouthful, however Fiona takes that in her stride managing these multiple roles.
Fiona is immersed in the Eynesbury community coordinating timetables for students and events such as the Parent Teacher interview nights.
Coming from a scientific background in research, attaining her PhD, before following her passion, teaching, Fiona recognises the importance of life long learning. She enjoys working closely with students to help them achieve their education and pathway goals.
Phone: 08 8216 9176
Counsellor
Cathy is an integral part of the Eynesbury community supporting the well being of students, their families and staff.
She enjoys building individual relationships and advocating for students academic, career, university readiness and personal/social success.
Cathy has sound knowledge of courses available in many different industries for well founded career advice and strong relationships with universities in South Australia, and beyond.
Phone: 08 8216 9185
Contact: cbuttignol@eynesbury.sa.edu.au
Learning Support Manager
Mel supports students learning through developing individual strategies, providing technological tools and organisational assistance.
Mel's bubbly personality and fabulous 50s style frocks brighten the College campus and students quickly form relationships with Mel.
She is truly dedicated in helping students reach their desired learning outcomes and enjoys seeing them reach their full potential.
Phone: 08 8216 9140
Email: msmith@eynesbury.sa.edu.au
Year 10 Key Mentor
As a key mentor to students in Year 10 Holly provides an extra level of support.
Holly is a trained actor and these skills give her a knack for encouraging students to express their individuality. Recently, graduating from university, she really can relate to what students will go through. Her warmth and energy make her approachable even for the most shy students.
She likes that Eynesbury focuses on the importance of engagement. When students are engaged, they achieve greater levels of success and she looks forward to building on this with Year 10s.
Phone: 08 8216 9140
Year 11 & 12 Key Mentor
Key Mentors provide another level of support to students.
Having recently graduated from uni, Tyson is uniquely placed to relate to students and connect with them on their level.
He values the importance of education especially in relation to self-discovery. Having come from a career firstly as an accountant and joining the teaching staff at Eynesbury in 2015, Tyson knows the importance of challenging yourself to pursue your dreams and finding your passion in life through education.
Phone: 08 8216 9191
Email: twood@eynesbury.sa.edu.au
SACE Coordinator
With over 40 years of experience in the senior schooling environment Bridie is the key communicator with the SACE board and the person to speak to regarding SACE and VET credits.
She enjoys seeing the consistently exceptional results which is rewarding to both students and teachers, and the respectful learning environment that fosters this success.
Phone: 08 8216 9113
Executive Assistant to the Principal
Jill has an important role providing support to the Principal and also ensures that the behind the scenes admin is completed.
Managing the accounts, she is the friendly person to chat with regarding fee inquiries and payment options.
Jill enjoys seeing students personal and academic skills grow.
Phone: 08 8216 9149
Email: jtaylor@eynesbury.sa.edu.au
Marketing Manager
Alice is passionate about all things marketing and you can find her on campus three days a week, with her mobile or camera in hand ready to capture action at the College.
Always on the look out for student success stories, Alice coordinates communications such as the Eynesbury Times magazine, E-News, and our social media.
With 15 years of event experience, Alice coordinates Eynesbury's Open Days and enjoys helping students with their charity events and Eynesbury's night of nights, the College Formal!
She also loves to hear from Old Scholars and their many varied pathways so we encourage you to get in touch with her.
Phone: 0477 737 960
Contact: abonnin@eynesbury.sa.edu.au
Student and Academic Services Officer
Ann has been working with families to provide accommodation options for nearly 15 years.
As a trained counsellor she has exceptional skills and acumen in helping families make the right accommodation decision.
Eynesbury offers a range of boarding options, including homestay, homeaway boarding facilities and a more independent apartment style living. We aim to provide an environment that caters for a wide range of student abilities, interests and needs.
Phone: 8216 9141
Student Services Officer & Registrar
Jules has been working in schools for 7 years. She has enjoys meeting new families and introducing them to Eynesbury's unique learning environment.
Jules conducts building tours and follows up with all enquiries whether that be for Open Days, Enrolment Interviews, Trial Days and more. She also assists students with IDs, sends their reports and liaises with families.
Phone: 8216 9137
Email: jthompson@eynesbury.sa.edu.au