We are very proud to announce that Associate Principal Nicky Whitham-Blackwell has been appointed Principal of St Hilda’s Collegiate School in Dunedin after a thorough and competitive recruitment process.
She will be beginning her new role in Term Three this year.
With more than 26 years’ experience in girls’ secondary education, including nine years in senior leadership, Nicky brings a depth of expertise and a strong commitment to girls’ education. She also holds a Master of Educational Leadership, with research focused on the wellbeing of girls in high-performing, single-sex schools.
Nicky has made a very significant contribution during her time at Westlake Girls High School. Her mission has always been to create the conditions within which our young women can flourish and influence the world around them in positive and brave ways.
She shared the following message:
“I would also like to say that I am so grateful for my time here at WGHS. I am especially grateful for Jane, who has been the most wonderful mentor and role model. She has allowed me the space to grow and develop as a leader, and has been inspirational in demonstrating how to lead change and how to have a culture of continuous improvement.
It has been an absolute privilege to work at this amazing school. I am so proud of all the students and of all the ways that they shine. I will miss my colleagues, the students and the whole team of staff who daily make this the most fabulous place to work.
I am excited about this next stage in my educator journey, but WGHS will always hold a piece of my heart.”
We wish Nicky our warmest congratulations, and every success when she takes up this exciting new role in Dunedin next term.