She studied Horticulture at Lincoln University, went on to Christchurch Teachers College and has a Masters of Environmental Education from Griffith University in Australia. Kerry has been involved in the Agricultural and Horticultural Science education sector for the last 18 years, this includes, teaching at Hillcrest High School, writing student workbooks, working for the Ministry of Education and other education institutions. She is currently the HATA (Horticulture / Agriculture Teachers Association of New Zealand) Secretary and Treasurer.