Jeremy Coley
Deputy Headmaster - Academic
Since coming to St Paul’s as an English teacher in 2006, Jeremy has moved his way up to Head of the English Department (a role he held for ten years), Leader of Curriculum (overseeing English, languages, media studies and ESOL), Director of Teaching and Learning and now to his current role of Deputy Headmaster in charge of Academics.
Originally from New Plymouth, Jeremy has a Bachelor of Arts in History and English from the University of Waikato. Passionate about literature and writing, Jeremy initially thought he would pursue a career in journalism, however a change of path led him to complete a teaching diploma at Massey University followed by a teaching position at his former school of New Plymouth Boys’ High School. He went on to spend some time living abroad, working at Hampstead School in London as well as travelling to various places including India, Sri Lanka, Asia and Europe, before returning to New Zealand and settling in Hamilton.
Since joining St Paul’s, Jeremy has been involved in major school-wide initiatives, including the earlier introduction of iPads into the junior school and ‘Write that Essay’ – a web-based writing programme which has been successful in raising the standard of student writing. He has been involved in basketball which is a passion of his, having previously been an assistant coach and coach of the Premier Basketball team and now he is involved with the Junior Premier side.
Jeremy firmly believes that St Paul's Collegiate is a special place for learning. Teachers go above and beyond but firmly encourage a heuristic learning experience for their charges. Students are encouraged to strive for their very best and there is a wonderful sense that maximising potential is the norm. He encourages students to challenge themselves to 'master their minutes' at school and enjoy the wonderful holistic opportunities that St Paul's offers but above all strive for academic achievement. This is a non-negotiable factor of this special character school.
Contact:
Tel: +64 7 957 8899 ext 8769
Email: j.coley@stpauls.school.nz
