Wellbeing Team

Welcome to the Wellbeing space!

Epsom Primary School has two full time staff members dedicated to wellbeing:

Kellie Macrae: Leading Teacher of Wellbeing and Engagement

Tania Peirce-Whyte: Leading Teacher of Inclusive Education

Kellie and Tania are part of the whole-school leadership team to provide a clear connection between wellbeing, engagement and leadership.

The wellbeing team includes three part time staff members:

Kaiden Antonowicz (Mon-Wed), Mental Health and Wellbeing leader (MHWL)

Clarissa Power (Mon & Thursday) Student Counsellor

Jessica Colliver (Tues - Wed) Student Counsellor

All wellbeing staff are available to meet with students or parents to provide support or referrals to additional services.

Term 3 Lunchtime Alternative Activities:

Alternative Lunch Program (ALP): Open every day at lunch break and recess break.
Lunchtime clubs help build student engagement, social skills and inclusion for all students. They support students who may struggle with lack of structure in the school playground.

Epsom Primary School Community Kitchen:

Community Kitchen – Term 3 Update

Our Community Kitchen has continued to be a valued source of support for families throughout Term 3. It has been wonderful to see families accessing the available food and essential items, and we are proud of the caring and supportive community that has grown around this initiative.

Throughout the term, we have continued to provide a range of fresh, pantry and essential items, including bread, fruit, eggs, cereal, long-life milk, soup, pasta, baked beans, toiletries and sanitary items. We are incredibly grateful for the ongoing generosity of our school community and the support of Foodbank, which helps us keep the kitchen stocked and available.

A reminder that the Community Kitchen is for everyone in our school community who may need a little extra support. There is no need to feel embarrassed or hesitant about taking what you need. By accessing the kitchen respectfully, you are also helping create a culture where asking for and receiving support is normal and valued.

We will continue to follow our simple message: “Take what you need and leave what you can.”

Thank you to everyone who has contributed, donated or helped maintain the kitchen. Your generosity and kindness continue to make a real difference to Epsom families and strengthen the sense of care, connection and belonging across our school community.

Modelling Respect and Equality (MoRE)

Student Wellbeing Team 2026

Our Student Wellbeing Team continues to do a fantastic job making a positive difference around our school.

Whether they are supporting students in the yard, helping with Breakfast Club or simply offering a friendly smile and conversation, these students consistently demonstrate kindness, responsibility and leadership.

A special mention must go to the care and dedication they have shown towards our guinea pigs. The team has embraced this responsibility with enthusiasm, ensuring our furry friends are well looked after each day. From feeding and cleaning to providing gentle handling and attention, the students have shown great compassion and commitment.

Not only has this helped create a nurturing environment for the guinea pigs, but it has also provided valuable opportunities for students to develop responsibility, teamwork, empathy and care for others.

We are incredibly proud of the way our Student Wellbeing Team members have stepped into their roles and the positive impact they continue to have on our school community.

Well done, team!

Josh King - Melbourne Storm player

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