Principal - Adelle Galloway

Adelle entered the teaching profession in 1976, attending Wellington Teacher's College, and has taught in Wellington and Marlborough. Adelle has taught at all primary levels and is also a skilled administrator. Adelle became Principal at the beginning of 2010. Adelle is married to Rob and they have three adult children, James, Julia and Lachlan. Her interests include gardening, reading, church involvement and family activities.

Jane Fransen

Jane is a graduate from Christchurch College of Education and the University of Canterbury, having obtained a Bachelor's Degree of Teaching and Learning. Jane grew up in Christchurch and moved to Blenheim in 1991 with her husband Wayne. They have two adult children and Jane's interests include – lazy summer days, BBQs, keeping up with family, coffee with friends, church life, singing, shopping and make-up!

Rob graduated from Christchurch Teachers College in 1976 and taught in Waiuku (South Auckland) and Whataroa (South Westland) before moving to Wairau Valley School in 1981.  In 2006 Rob and his wife Colleen took up teaching positions in the city of Nanning in Guangxi Province of southern China.  Returning to New Zealand in 2007, Rob took up a position here at Richmond View School.  Rob has extensive experience in the local musical theatre scene and is enthusiastic about outdoor activities, especially sailing.  At various times Rob has been involved in many aspects of Church leadership and creative ministry.

Julia graduated from the Bethlehem Tertiary Institute in 2007 with a Batchelor of Teaching and Learning.  BTI is a Christian Teacher's College. She is the first “old girl” of the school to return and teach here full time. Apart from her students, Julia's interests are cooking and reading.

Kirsten Cowie

Kirsten is a graduate from Christchurch College of Education and the University of Canterbury, having obtained a Bachelor's Degree of Teaching and Learning. Kirsten grew up in Blenheim and attended Richmond View School for some of her primary schooling. Kirsten is married to Craig and has an interest in art, music and outdoor pursuits.

Librarian - Susan Ramsay

Susan Ramsay is our school Librarian. She has been the driving force behind the new Library building at Richmond View which is now fully operational and an amazing asset to the school community. Susan is an efficient administrator and supports the staff, students and the school in a variety of ways.

Secretary - Jenni Stubbs

Jenni is our very efficient secretary.  She is married to Grant and they have three teenage children. Jenni’s interests include music, mosaics, gardening, walking and people!