Getting to know us

Introducing... Laura Young

Hello Newtown Primary School, 

My name is Laura and I am your new Wellbeing Officer and Counsellor. With a background in primary teaching, I have since completed a Master of Counselling degree and moved into the wellbeing space. I have worked in schools for my entire career and I couldn't image working anywhere else. I am passionate about the wellbeing of children and young people. My aim is to give the best possible support to children as they make their way through their primary years. 

I have two children of my own, one in primary school and one in kinder. As well as being a counsellor, I also work as an illustrator. My hobbies include DIY projects, art, reading regency romance novels, building LEGO, and snuggling my dog, Maggie. I look forward to meeting parents and students alike as the year progresses.

For more information about Laura's role and the wellbeing support process at Newtown Primary School, see the Wellbeing @ NPS article in this week's newsletter.