A team of dedicated educators work in partnership with the School Council to create a welcoming environment at Great Southern Grammar. With a focus on academic rigour, community development, and knowing every child, the Leadership Team is here to help your child shine during their years at Great Southern Grammar.
I knew I was going to be a teacher at 14. Music was an important part of life and I loved the notion of being a conductor. The thought of bringing people together and playing music with all the moving parts was captivating. I must admit, leading others was a very attractive idea.
30 years on, I have the absolute honour and privilege of leading Great Southern Grammar.
I have a great desire to positively impact the young people in my care, to see them flourish, become active participants in civic life and experience personal success.
I met my wife Liz at the age of 17 and 26 years on, we still like hanging out together! I have three children, Ella, Freya and William, and we all enjoy holidaying and exploring Western Australia together.
Outside school, I love politics, jazz piano, local history, kayak fishing and my ride on mower! Finding the next best coffee is also a passion.
As Deputy Principal, I’m all about making sure our students love to learn. That means creating a school environment which encourages exploration and growth for all our learners; and my students will tell you there’s a fair amount of fun on the way.
As an avowed curriculum nerd I love to spend time with colleagues prioritising and poring over results with a fine-toothed comb to make sure each child experiences success. I also manage communication, daily events, the school calendar, staff and student safety. In short, it’s my job to make sure your children are safe at school, and that they’re learning.
Outside school, I’m a food tragic — I love to cook and learn new techniques. Spending time with my family at the beach and exploring the world also bring me joy.
I’m genuinely enthusiastic about procedures and processes that make GSG an even happier place to be, so if you have a question or suggestion, my door is always open.
In the early 2000s, I was a tax accountant in a large firm. Then I got itchy feet.
I hopped in the Magna and set off around Australia. When I arrived in Albany in 2001, I was hooked. For a bushwalking, mountain biking, ocean-loving sports fan, I felt like I’d found the promised land. I soon found work with a builder — and our main project was building Great Southern Grammar.
In 2017, after gaining experience in retail and agribusiness, I made my triumphant return to GSG as Business Manager. These days, I work to ensure the success of the school through sound financial management, risk management, and governance.
Over my teaching years, I've witnessed firsthand the power of early childhood education when children feel secure, valued, and engaged in joyful learning experiences. As Head of Primary School - ECC, I prioritise fostering a playful, community-oriented environment that supports children's wellbeing.
My team and I are dedicated to inquiry, play-based learning practices that ignite curiosity and create a strong sense of belonging among our students. We encourage independence within a nurturing, child-centered atmosphere where each child's unique journey is celebrated.
Outside of school, I thrive on time with my family, exploring our local wonders. Watching my own children learn and grow enriches my perspective, influencing how I approach education by emphasising the importance of active learning and holistic development in children's lives.
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