
our leaders
our people are
our strength
We are strong as a school because of the quality of our people. We foster an environment where our staff are actively involved in shaping the future of the school. They continually seek new opportunities for growth and development. And they are pivotal in leading a values-driven culture that cares for and supports our students.
Governing Body
The Kinross Wolaroi School Council serves as the custodian of the School’s values, traditions and long-term vision, ensuring the School remains true to its founding purpose while continuing to evolve to meet the needs of current and future generations of students.
The School Council is responsible for the sustainable future of Kinross Wolaroi School through strategic leadership, sound governance, and prudent financial stewardship. The Council sets the strategic direction of the School, oversees governance and risk management, and ensures appropriate policies and frameworks are in place to support the achievement of the School’s objectives.
Council members work closely with the Principal to ensure the School is well positioned for future success. The Council's role is one of governance and oversight rather than management. It is responsible for reviewing and monitoring performance against strategic goals but is not involved in the day-to-day operation of the School.
All matters relating to the daily operation and management of Kinross Wolaroi School should be directed to the relevant staff member or member of the Executive Leadership Team, or to the Principal, Timothy Kelly (principal@kws.nsw.edu.au). The School Council does not involve itself in operational matters, including student discipline, curriculum delivery, staffing issues, enrolment decisions, or the collection of fees.
Contact School Council
Email: council@kws.nsw.edu.au
Key Functions
The key functions of the Council are to:
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, internal standards, policies and expectations of key stakeholders, past, present and future students and families, employees and suppliers and the broader regional community
- Determine Kinross Wolaroi School’s vision, mission, values, strategic aims and consequent plans
- Determine governance policies
- Appoint, supervise, appraise and receive reports from the Principal
- Delegate school and business management to the Principal
- Together with the Principal, develop action plans aligning with the Strategic Plan. Develop and monitor policies which set the framework for the School
- Ensure the financial resources are adequate and well managed. Council’s duty is to protect assets and manage income
- Determine the School’s objectives, purposes and standards and policies on key issues; and
- Ensure the School has adequate comprehensive policies and procedures to manage risk including its audit functions.
Appointments
The Chair is elected by the Council Members who are appointed in accordance with the procedures set out in the Constitution. The Chair may serve a maximum term of 6 years which may be extended in exceptional circumstances to a maximum term of 9 years. In addition to the responsibilities of being a member, the Chair is required to lead and manage the Council, represent the Council within the community and offer the necessary support to the Principal.
Past Chairs of Council
Mrs C McIntosh
Council Member
Chairman of Council 26 April 2016 to 5 February 2021
Mr T Cheney
Council Member 1998 to 2017
Chairman of Council 24 November 2009 to 25 April 2016
Mr DC Pigot
Council Member 1979 to 2009
Chairman of Council 20 August 1981 to 5 December 2009
Mr R (Dick) Niven
Chairman of Council
22 January 1980 – 19 August 1981
Mr WG (Bill) Stewart
Chairman of Council
24 January 1975 –27 June 197 5
19 July 1977–29 November 1979
Mr WDJ (Bill) Dean
Council Member 1963–1995
Chairman of Council 27 June 1975–27 April 1977
Constitution
To view a copy of Kinross Wolaroi School's Constitution click here.
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