Headquarters:
96 Valiant Road, Holden Hill, SA 5088
Year founded:
1966
Number of employees:
103
Phone:
08 8369 9999
Email:
info@kildare.catholic.edu.au
Website:
kildare.catholic.edu.au
LinkedIn:
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Tina Neate
Principal
Michelle Camilleri
Deputy Principal
Lil Mader
Business Manager
Leadership
Tina Neate, principal of Kildare College since 2019, is a bold and visionary leader committed to reimagining girls’ education. With a background in science and international experience in Prague, she brings academic rigour and creative innovation to her role.
Her “what else?” mindset has driven transformative programs in STEM, dance, jewellery, and woodwork and the creation of inspiring spaces like the Tullow Centre and Lightbridge Centre. Her leadership fosters a vibrant, inclusive community built on courage, creativity and compassion, where connection, curiosity and belonging shape a safe and exciting environment for every student, staff member and family.
Principal
Tina Neate
Michelle Camilleri is a highly skilled and experienced educator and leader. In her current role as deputy principal, her key responsibilities include child safeguarding, overseeing the College calendar, including the organisation of events and communication to all stakeholders. Her collaborative approach with staff ensures the continuous review, refinement and streamlining of processes.
Camilleri is passionate about students and values the benefits of an all-girls’ environment, where every leadership opportunity can be proudly held by a girl. She works closely with staff and families to support students’ wellbeing, fostering an environment where they can flourish and reach their full potential.
Deputy Principal
Michelle Camilleri
Lil Mader began her career in education in 1999, bringing 26 years of expertise to her role as business manager. Since joining Kildare College in 2010, she has played a pivotal role in transforming the College’s operations, managing the provision of resources and state-of-the-art facilities.
One of Mader’s greatest achievements has been leading the College from financial constraint to a thriving educational environment equipped with contemporary facilities that empower students and supports staff. She has found her place at Kildare College, where she continues to contribute with dedication, passion and pride.
Business Manager
Lil Mader
Enrico Caprioli
Director of Staff
In 1998, Enrico Caprioli began his career in education and has since dedicated 17 years to Kildare College. He has embraced key leadership roles, including assistant principal religious identity and mission (APRIM), director of pastoral care and, currently, director of staff.
As APRIM, Caprioli led transformative retreats and developed a rigorous Religious Education curriculum with strong outcomes in the senior years. Currently, as director of staff, he fosters a culture of support while promoting professional development opportunities. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology and a Master of Catholic Education, Caprioli’s compassionate nature supports the professional growth and wellbeing of every staff member.
Director of Staff
Enrico Caprioli
Zefi Pezos
Director of Student Wellbeing
Zefi Pezos brings 16 years of dedicated service to Kildare College, playing a key role in shaping a community grounded in strong values, connection and care. As director of student wellbeing, she leads a whole-school approach to supporting student wellbeing, engagement, and holistic development.
Pezos is proud of her work in strengthening a consistent, relational pastoral culture and enhancing student voice, ensuring students feel heard, supported and connected. With extensive experience in wellbeing and pastoral care, he works closely with students, staff, and families to build inclusive environments, implement proactive strategies and support individual needs with care and professionalism.
Director of Student Wellbeing
Zefi Pezos
Katina Cornell
Co-Director of Teaching and Learning
Nicholas Kellett-Southby
Co-Director of Teaching and Learning
Adam Wollins
Director of ICT
David Sexton
Director Business Services
As co-director of teaching and learning, Katina Cornell leads curriculum, teaching quality, and assessment to support effective learning across the College. With over 10 years’ experience in education, she supports teachers through coaching, professional learning and data-informed practices.
Cornell is passionate about girls’ education and creating authentic learning opportunities that empower young women to develop curiosity, creativity, confidence and a lifelong love of learning. A key achievement since joining the College has been expanding VET offerings, giving students access to diverse pathways and nationally recognised qualifications aligned with their interests.
Co-Director of Teaching and Learning
Katina Cornell
As co-director of teaching and learning, Nicholas Kellett-Southby oversees curriculum design, instructional quality and assessment practices, while supporting teachers through coaching, professional learning and data-informed improvement. With a background in Physics and Mathematics, and over a decade of experience in secondary education, he is passionate about improving outcomes for all students and supporting both new and experienced educators.
Since joining the Kildare College community in 2019, Kellett-Southby has implemented STEM programs, such as Subs in Schools and F1 in Schools, contributed to innovation in the Al space, and supported the ongoing work and vision of the Tullow Centre, the College’s innovation hub.
Co-Director of Teaching and Learning
Nicholas Kellett-Southby
Adam Wollins joined Hills Grammar in July 2023. He has over 20 years of experience in the education sector, including in schools, TAFEs, universities and the NSW Department of Education. He has a proven track record in the effective creation, development and leadership of high-performing ICT transformational and operational support teams.
Director of ICT
Adam Wollins
As Director of Business Services, David oversees the financial, operational and commercial aspects of the School. In this role, he contributes to shaping and implementing strategic initiatives, supports business sustainability and enables the next phase of campus development, including the 10-year Master Plan and Strategic Plan (2026–2028).
He is an accomplished executive leader with over 25 years of experience at C-Suite and Board level spanning diverse sectors including education, not-for-profit, disability, sport and professional services. He has extensive experience shaping and executing strategic plans, driving income growth and diversification, master planning and major capital projects, stakeholder engagement, leading high-performing teams and managing complex budgets.
Director Business Services
David Sexton
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Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
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Stephen McMillan first entered the financial services Industry when he joined GE Capital as a finance analyst in 2008, from which he progressed through roles working both onshore and offshore. From there, he moved into Pacific Premium Funding as a financial planning and analysis leader in 2012 and was a key resource in the evolution of the business, first with the successful sale to Macquarie Pacific Funding and then the following progression into IQumulate Premium Funding, where he is now the commercial manager.
As commercial manager, McMillan leads a team that is responsible for commercial analysis and business support, identifying and reporting improvement initiatives, and the securitization and treasury functions of the business.
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Stephen McMillan
“Having close connections with our parents, staff and community, is integral to a rich learning environment. When we work together, we can achieve amazing things”
Karen Yager,
Hills Grammar
“I believe that students learn in a supportive environment with passionate and inspiring teachers and staff. We surround our students with positive creative and inspiring people, enthusiastic about their own learning and keen to immerse students in the spirit of life-long learning across the whole community”
Karen Yager,
Hills Grammar
Kildare College is a Years 7-12 all-girls’ Kildare Education Ministries Catholic College in the Brigidine Tradition. Offering a progressive and innovative curriculum that fosters academic excellence while prioritising wellbeing, students develop a strong sense of identity grounded in the College’s Core Values, growing into young women of strength and gentleness.
Founded in 1966 in Holden Hill, Adelaide, SA, the College proudly celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2026. Over six decades, the College has experienced remarkable growth and development, and today stands as the largest it has ever been. With strong enrolments and a dedicated team of more than 100 staff, the College reflects a vibrant culture of connection, development and growth.
The staff are recognised for their commitment and excellence, having received several prestigious awards. Among these is Kildare’s award-winning Graduate Teacher Program, which empowers the educators of tomorrow and supports ongoing professional development within a thriving community of practice.
A state-of-the-art performing arts and wellbeing centre is currently under construction. This is the third major building project in the past eight years as part of the College’s masterplan. It will complement the Brigidine Centre (dedicated to dance, music and gym) opened in 2019 and the Tullow Centre Innovation Hub (focused on STEM, material solutions and media) opened in 2022.
Kildare takes pride in fostering a dynamic and forward-thinking environment, empowering its community to flourish.
Learning designed for educators
The centrepiece of Hills Grammar’s approach to staff development is its Professional Learning Model, led by director of professional learning Dr. Chris Furner. Grounded in adult learning pedagogies, aligned with the school’s strategic intent and staff profile and standards, the model deliberately moves away from compliance-driven professional development towards something more meaningful. This is delivered as learning that is authentic, research-based and tailored to where each educator is in their career journey.
Supporting this is the Learning Centre Staff Program, which creates structured opportunities for staff to share practice, reflect on their work and learn from one another. Mentoring, leadership development and action research opportunities are embedded throughout, making professional growth a continuous and collegial practice rather than a periodic obligation. It is a model that reflects Hills Grammar’s commitment to investing in the people responsible for delivering its educational vision.
Future-forward leadership
The school’s commitment to its team extends to how Hills Grammar approaches leadership. Working in partnership with the governing council, school leaders maintain a shared focus on developing what the school describes as a ‘future fit’ graduate and the workforce equipped to teach them. Innovation is encouraged, and the culture is one where academic ambition and professional development are seen as inseparable.
Wellbeing in a remarkable setting
Staff also benefit from complimentary wellbeing programs, a genuine commitment to work-life balance and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, for educators who value a workplace where the physical environment itself is part of the daily experience, Hills Grammar’s picturesque campus offers a setting that is as restorative as it is inspiring.
There is also a proactive approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), such that employees are informed and educated through integrated professional learning frameworks. Hills Grammar is proud to be actively shaping bold thinkers, and in turn empowering the people who teach them.
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