Governing Council
Clapham Primary has an active Governing Council and being part of its work is very rewarding. The Council, consisting of parents, staff and leadership, work together to improve our school. A large part of the Governing Council’s work is carried out through our Sub-Committees. There are two meetings per term for Governing Council, these are held on Monday evenings.
The role of the Governing Council is to:
- Focus on improving student learning outcomes in collaboration with the Principal or preschool Director and staff.
- Develop a cooperative working relationship between the Governing Council and the Principal or preschool Director and staff.
- Represent the whole school community in understanding local educational needs.
- Set general directions for the preschool or school.
- Monitor and report on achievements.
Roles of the Governing Council
The different roles of the Governing Council and the Principal should be understood and respected. The Principal has specific educational and organisational leadership responsibilities for which they are accountable to the Minister through the Chief Executive of the Department of Education. Governance and school management should be clearly separated.
The sub-committees are:
- Finance
- Canteen
- OSHC
Working parties (managed by the school):
- Facilities
- Fundraising & Events
- After School Sport
2025 Governing Council Members
Chairperson – Georget Reaiche
Treasurer – Ellise Saunders
Secretary – Andrew Vanbuuren
Principal – Cassie Kopias
General Parent Members:
Kirsty Rutherford
Nicole Bishop
Penny Lucas
Sophie Motteram
Dom Bakonyi
Jane Sanders
Staff Representatives
Caleb Cook
