Pastoral systems at Sancta Maria College provide young people with a supportive and safe learning environment while allowing them to develop leadership skills and become responsible citizens. We facilitate growth and learning by giving support and guidance in line with the Special Character and the values of the school.

The Pastoral System

The pastoral structure is made up of Homeroom teachers at each level who work closely with the Year level Deans to oversee the wellbeing of the students.

The Pastoral team is comprised of the Deans, Director of Religious Studies, School Counsellors, Career advisors and the Head of Pastoral Care who reports to the Senior Leadership Team.

As a team, we work holistically to oversee the wellbeing of our students by addressing  the cognitive, emotional, spiritual, social , physical and cultural needs of the students. We provide support and opportunities to empower students to develop their potential.

The Deans

Deans are responsible for the welfare and discipline of the students in the year level. Deans use restorative processes when dealing with concerns.

Middle School Deans:

Year 7: Amber Stevens
Email: a.stevens@sanctamaria.school.nz Extension: 237

Year 8: Ben Gorman
Email: b.gorman@sanctamaria.school.nz Extension: 231

Year 9: Marise Judd
Email: m.judd@sanctamaria.school.nz Extension: 225

Year 10: John Rogers
Email: j.rogers@sanctamaria.school.nz Extension: 255

Senior School Deans
Year 11: Tim Manson
Email: t.manson@sanctamaria.school.nz Extension: 281

Head of Pastoral Care and Year 12 Dean: Taniya Bassi
Email: t.bassi@sanctamaria.school.nz Extension: 248

Year 13: Tracy Robins
Email: t.robins@sanctamaria.school.nz Extension: 270


Deans Assistant: Dianne Blackbourn

Each Dean has a pastoral page specific to their year level.

The Guidance Counsellors

Jennifer Goddard (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday)
Frances Jameson (Friday)Extension: 286

The Careers Advisor

Pam Keegan
Email: p.keegan@sanctamaria.school.nz Extension: 227
(see Careers Page for more information)