New Plymouth Office

Physical Address: Cnr Bayly Road and Ocean View Parade, New Plymouth
Postal Address: PO Box 46, New Plymouth, 4340
Phone: (06) 757 5489
Fax: (06) 758 8385
Email: newplymouth@educationservices.co.nz

Peter McBreen - Managing Director

Pete was the first Manager appointed to the New Plymouth office at its inception in 1994, became a director of Education Services in 2000 and succeeded Wayne Costello as Managing Director in 2008. He is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of New Zealand and a member of the NZ Institute of Directors. Prior to joining Education Services Pete had a background in banking, chartered accounting (including auditing schools for 3 years), and commercial accounting and building prior to commencing with ESL. Pete has two sons and his outside interests include rugby and fishing. Pete has also had experience on school BOTs and has also spent time on Boards in the not for profit sector.

Karyn Brett - Regional Manager/Associate General Manager

Karyn joined the company in 1998 initially to process creditors and then advanced to Client Officer in 2001. Karyn then became the Regional Manager of the Taranaki branch in April 2008. Karyn has a diploma in Management and Accounting and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (Associate Chartered Accountant). Her spare time is taken up by running around after her two young children and two dogs. Karyn also likes to play social netball.

Chris Agnew - Manager

Chris started with Education Services in February 2005, initially to process creditors, data input and reception duties. Chris moved to a Client Officer position in 2006. In 2018 Chris passed over 11 of her schools giving her a portfolio of 12 schools and was appointed a management role in New Plymouth managing a further 10 clients, providing financial guidance and support as well as the preparation of the annual financial statements.
Prior to starting with Education Services Chris was in a sole charge school office position until the school closed. Chris has 3 adult children and 3 granddaughters and enjoys time with family and walking her dog.

Sandra Coombe - Client Officer

Sandra started with ESL New Plymouth in February 2008 having previously worked at a local accountants office and is an ex Treasurer at a local School. This has given Sandra good accounting and School knowledge for her position here at Education Services. Sandra works part time, has 2 teenage children and lives on a lifestyle block. Her interest's include walking, gym and animals.

Mary Wolters - Client Officer

Mary commenced with Education Services in February 2006 after returning home from an overseas trip to the Netherlands lasting 15 years. Mary’s previous position was working in the payroll office for a big company in the Netherlands. Mary’s position incorporates reception, is responsible for all administration of the New Plymouth Group Mowing Scheme, has a portfolio of 21 Clients, and helps with the year end financial statements. Mary enjoys travelling, cooking and spending time with family & friends.

Krysta Brougham - Client Officer

Krysta joined our team in September 2010 part-time to work around her 2 young children. Krysta was in charge of processing the creditors for 2 years and is now enjoying her position as a Client Officer with a portfolio of 14 schools. Outside work Krysta likes to spend time with her family and friends, usually on one of New Plymouths many gorgeous beaches.

Gail Towler – Administration Officer

Gail joined Education Services in New Plymouth in 2017. She was a School Secretary for 7 years and actively supported her children’s schools serving on PTA/Home & School and BOT holding Secretary and Treasurer roles. Gail is responsible for the BOT Payroll processing for the company

Gail’s interests include backstage makeup for NP Operatic Society, travelling