School Board

Our School Board meets 6 times a year to support the strategic direction of the school and provide the voice of a critical friend to our school community. They are involved in the life of the school, supporting and attending key events in the school calendar. Our board is made up of a varied membership. Six elected parent members, five community appointed members, the Principal and three elected staff members.

Board meetings are open to all community members to attend and observe. The agenda includes presentations from staff, school self-review evidence and analysis, financial information and opportunities to be involved in future directions.

Open positions on the board will be filled in line with our terms of reference.

School Board Members

Staff

Will Davis – Principal
Monique Tennyenhuis – MCS
Aimee Turner
Denika Meehan

Parents

Amy Walsh
Haylee Lewis
Kerry Butterworth
Brad Heggs
Shibhu Sandhu

Community

Nicole Fairhurst – Chair Person
Stacey Hope
Shannon Wright
Megha Jensen
Bashir Ahmadyar

Board Member Profiles

Aimee Turner

Hey Oakwood Community! I’m thrilled to be a part of this wonderful school as a board member. My Oakwood journey began back in 2020, and since then I’ve worn many hats-from teaching Kindy to spreading the love of Music, and now, you’ll find me in a Year Two classroom. The best part of my role is witnessing our amazing kids flourish in this supportive and engaging environment. Beyond school, my world revolves around my incredible husband, two Oakwood stars, and my adorable Cavoodle.

Amy Walsh

Our family has been part of the Oakwood Community since early 2023 when our daughter commenced Pre Primary. I have 20 years experience in various Human Resources roles with the last 8 years being in Global Reward Strategy, Corporate Governance and supporting Board Committees for ASX listed companies. I am passionate about family, sport, education & health and am looking forward to seeing the Senior Leadership team at Oakwood further shape and grow this awesome school.

Kerry Butterworth

Our family has been part of the Oakwood school community since 2020. I am the partner of a local GP and have been a nurse for over 20 years, mainly in Emergency Nursing and now nursing management. I have two children who attend the school, one in Year 2 and the other in Pre Primary. Previously I was the secretary of our amazing P&C and am enjoying the change being a board member but still involved in our wonderful school community.

Haylee Lewis

Our family joined Oakwood in 2021 and have loved it since day one. I currently have 2 children at Oakwood in Year 1 and Year 2, with our third eagerly waiting until he can start Kindy in 2025. I work in banking and my husband works FIFO. We moved to Mandurah in 2021 after spending time living in New Zealand and Kalgoorlie. I love being part of the Oakwood community and being able to give back to a school that truly cares for our children

Michelle Totterdell

Hey I’m Shell. My son Koah goes to Oakwood. I grew up in Esperance and have lived in Mandurah for 12 years now. I work for a local allied health company specialising in disabilities and the NDIS. I love family games nights, summer and the beach. When it’s cold down here we love to escape up north to the warmth in the Kimberley.

Nikki Fairhurst

I am delighted to meet you as the current Oakwood Primary School Board Chairperson. I was a foundational staff member from 2019, and have been involved in the development of pedagogical approaches, leadership and professional learning. In 2022, I transitioned into sessional academic work training pre-service teachers, and undertaking educational research. At this time, I proudly joined the school board as a community member. In my spare time, I am passionate about travel, and I love any opportunity for adventure in the wilderness. I am also the board secretary for a Rotaract organisation, and enjoy volunteering within the community. I enjoy having the opportunity to give back to our incredible school.