Cultivating a Culture of Connectedness

I am incredibly honoured to be appointed as the new Principal of Saint Kentigern Preschool.

Over the years in education, my teaching and leadership values have evolved, shaping a style focused on empowerment, development, communication, honesty, and transparency. These values align seamlessly with the mission and vision of Saint Kentigern, emphasising kindness, consideration, and compassion within and beyond the classroom.

As soon as I stepped foot into our unique circular-shaped environment, I have felt the strong presence of the Saint Kentigern values and the unwavering support of our entire community. The design details of the new Shore Road Preschool beautifully foster connectedness, forging a sense of togetherness through adjacent and shared spaces.

Cultivating connectedness in our Preschool is of the utmost importance to me. It goes beyond mere feelings and calls for active participation, the sharing of ideas, and the understanding that our actions are intertwined with one another. Being a part of this passionate, dedicated, and innovative community comes with the responsibility to nurture our embedded values, strive for excellence and innovation in education, and build a community of inquiry between adults and children.

The existing community of children, teachers, and families has warmly welcomed me into the Preschool, offering support, friendliness, and respect, as I begin this journey with pride and inspiration to find my place within this special organisation. Creating meaningful connections is about the purposeful everyday actions we take with families, children, and each other. Being on the Shore Road campus has made it even more accessible to forge connections with Boys’ School and Girls’ School. I have had the privilege of experiencing these connections first-hand and witnessing the value, knowledge, and sense of togetherness they bring. From accompanying our four-year-old girls on visits to the Girls’ School to attending assembly with the Boys’ School and even showing around a retired teacher who taught my father-in-law and husband, these intergenerational connections are invaluable and contribute to the unique sense of community here at Saint Kentigern.

Community demands support and belonging, values that I have encountered in every Saint Kentigern colleague and family I have met. It is about creating an environment where we all share a common purpose, passion, and dedication to each other’s successes. The Saint Kentigern community we are building is one where every voice is heard, and everyone has the opportunity to participate. It is a community I am immensely proud to be a part of, and I am filled with excitement for what lies ahead.

Fides Servanda Est.

Mrs Megan Storey Preschool Principal