wellbeing staff

Mr Blair Heaton - Head of Student Services 

Mr Heaton came to St Paul's Collegiate from Auckland Grammar where he was an art teacher. He also had considerable responsibility as a boarding Housemaster for six years and a Dean of 145 International Students for three years. 

Emotional Fitness

Mr Heaton is here to talk to you about anything. This could be conflicts at school, friendship problems, stress etc...Think of the concept as emotional fitness. In order to have a good sense of wellbeing, it's important to be balanced in all aspects including your emotional fitness. 

Meetings with Mr Heaton are completely confidential and times are flexible when you can see him. 

If you would like to make an appointment, please contact him. Mr Heaton is located in the Reynolds Room

Email: b.heaton@stpauls.school.nz 

Elzisha Botha

Ms Elzisha Botha is deeply committed to supporting young people in their educational and personal journeys. She feels privileged when young people share their stories and hopes.

With a background in social work, teaching and as a school counsellor, Ms Botha brings a blend of expertise to her role. Currently completing a Masters's in Counselling through the University of Waikato, she is dedicated to furthering her skills to better serve our students.

Beyond her professional endeavours, Ms Botha finds joy in spending her free time outdoors, whether tramping, cycling or simply enjoying nature with friends.

Email : e.botha@stpauls.school.nz

Reverend Peter Rickman

Peter has 20 years of impressive and varied experience in the Anglican Church of New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the USA. He has worked as a community and youth work, counsellor, teacher, prison and school chaplain, vicar and, prior to returning to St Paul's he was Dean of the Waikato Cathedral Church of St Peter. 

Outside the church, as a first aid instructor, Peter had experience as a community ambulance first aid responder, is an active leader in Hamilton Sea Scouts as an instructor in kayaking and sailing and is a qualified PADI Scuba dive instructor.

Contact : 

+64 957 8899 ext 8842

Email: revpeter@stpauls.school.nz