Elida Brereton

Long‑serving former principal and inaugural board member of Hester Hornbrook Academy who brings extensive mainstream school leadership experience and contributes governance insight and advocacy for personalised, welfare‑focused education.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 35min

Disrupting Disadvantage: Inside Hester Hornbrook (Special Assistance School)

Sally Lasslett, Executive Principal of Hester Hornbrook Academy, and Elida Brereton, former principal and board member, dive into the transformative power of Special Assistance Schools. They discuss a healing-oriented educational approach tailored for at-risk youth, blending wellness and rigorous learning. The duo highlights the significance of wraparound supports and personalized learning, along with the impact of dynamic, student-centered environments. They also explore alumni support pathways and the lessons mainstream schools can learn from their innovative practices.

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