Kia ora koutou, Ko Amy Collins tōku ingoa. He tumuaki tuarua ahau. 

This is my twelfth year at Whītau/Linwood North School as an Associate and then as the Deputy Principal.  I love working at Whītau School! I lead the Junior area of the school.  I grew up in our community and owned a house in this area until 2013, which was red-zoned, which led us to move to Halswell.   I love working back in this community that supported me as a child and ensuring all students can shine at Whītau School and thrive in our wonderful community.  

I have taught for twenty-four years throughout New Zealand.  I live with my fiancé Phil, my deaf Cavalier King Charles Spaniel called Poppy and two cats called Dotty and Jimmy.  I have two grown-up stepchildren, Alex and Grace. Alex lives in Australia and Grace lives in Oamaru.   In my spare time, I enjoy reading a good book, walking the dog, crafting, shopping, gardening, cooking and baking, camping in my caravan and spending time with family and friends.  

amy@whitau.school.nz