Headquarters:
6 Morrison Street, Como, WA 6152
Year founded:
1952
Number of employees:
180
Phone:
08 9368 9500
Email:
communications@penrhos.wa.edu.au
Website:
penrhos.wa.edu.au
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/school/penrhoscollege
Kalea Haran
Principal
MBA, MEd, BEd, FCOT, GAICD
Michelle Taylor
Head of Secondary School BA, DipEd
Wayne Revitt
Head of Junior School BA, Dip Ed, B Ed
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Kalea Haran is an internationally experienced educational leader recognised for her bold, future-focused approach to learning and leadership. With a background spanning business, law and education, she has led across the United Kingdom, Singapore and Australia, including senior leadership roles with the Harris Federation in London and the Australian International School in Singapore before becoming Principal of Penrhos College.
Passionate about innovation, wellbeing and preparing young people for an evolving world, Kalea champions learning environments that foster courage, curiosity and character alongside academic excellence. She is currently undertaking a PhD at Curtin University, focused on contemporary educational leadership.
Principal MBA, MEd, BEd, FCOT, GAICD
Kalea Haran
Michelle Taylor is an experienced educational leader with more than 30 years’ experience across a diverse range of learning environments. A passionate advocate for girls’ education and a proud Penrhos alumna, she is deeply committed to creating learning environments where young women feel empowered, supported and inspired to thrive.
Michelle has been a leading proponent of pastoral care and student wellbeing throughout her career and was instrumental in the development of Penrhos’ CONNECT Wellbeing Framework. Her work reflects a strong understanding of the importance of equipping young people with the skills, strategies and confidence needed to navigate an increasingly complex world. She is also a strong advocate for student agency and inclusive education, championing approaches that foster voice, choice, responsibility and belonging for every learner.
Head of Secondary School BA, DipEd
Michelle Taylor
Wayne Revitt is a highly regarded educational leader with extensive experience across independent and specialist education settings. Passionate about student wellbeing, leadership and inclusive education, he has dedicated his career to creating environments where young people feel supported, connected and empowered to thrive.
Wayne’s leadership experience spans schools, sector organisations and specialist mental health education, including senior roles at John Wollaston Anglican School, Christ Church Grammar School and AISWA. He has also held national leadership positions with IPSHA, APPA and PESA, contributing significantly to educational leadership and professional practice across Australia. Beyond the school environment, Wayne is co-founder and long-serving chairperson of the Kids Are Kids Therapy and Education Centre, reflecting his longstanding commitment to supporting children and families within the wider community.
Head of Junior School BA, Dip Ed, B Ed
Wayne Revitt
Stephen Cooper
Director of Finance and Administration FCA, GAICD, FCSI, B.Comm
Stephen Cooper has held the position of Director of Finance and Administration for over eight years. He has a particular interest in the not-for-profit sector, having worked as a finance/corporate services executive in health care for 10 years prior to joining Penrhos.
Stephen enjoys contributing to the operations and growth of the College through financial oversight, leading risk management and compliance, and managing capital projects from the business case stage through to completion. He contributes to the independent school sector more broadly as an executive member of the Association of School Business Administrators WA.
Director of Finance and Administration FCA, GAICD, FCSI, B.Comm
Stephen Cooper
Brad Ramsay
Director of Operations and Co-Curricular BA (Education), Cert IV Training & Assessment, Cert III Outdoor Recreation and National Coaching accreditations
Brad Ramsay is an experienced educator and people leader who is passionate about creating environments where young people can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. He is committed to supporting students to pursue personal excellence while fostering resilience, confidence and strong character.
With a holistic approach to education, Brad believes meaningful learning extends beyond academic outcomes and should empower students to grow as capable, engaged and compassionate individuals. His leadership reflects a strong focus on wellbeing, connection and creating opportunities that challenge and inspire students to reach their full potential.
Director of Operations and Co-Curricular BA (Education), Cert IV Training & Assessment, Cert III Outdoor Recreation and National Coaching accreditations
Brad Ramsay
William Horwood
Director of Future Learning BSc (Hons), PGCE
June Benson
Director of People Services BA (Psychology & Industrial Relations), GradDip HRM, Masters Psychology and Management, Cert IV Training & Assessment
Pip Lapelms
Director of Marketing and Communications BA (Mass Comms), MBA, Dip Investor Relations
David Sexton
Director Business Services
William Horwood is an innovative educational leader who is passionate about preparing young people for lifelong learning in an increasingly complex and rapidly evolving world. With experience teaching internationally and across diverse educational settings, he brings a future-focused perspective to teaching, learning and student development.
William is a strong advocate for evidence-informed practice, digital innovation and emerging technologies, with a particular focus on ensuring that cyber safety, student wellbeing and responsible technology use remain central to contemporary education. He is committed to empowering students with the skills, confidence and adaptability needed to thrive both within and beyond the classroom, while supporting educators to embrace innovation in meaningful and purposeful ways.
Director of Future Learning BSc (Hons), PGCE
William Horwood
June Benson has experience working across the tertiary education, not-for-profit, government and private consulting sectors, with a career focused on people, leadership and organisational development. Prior to joining Penrhos, her professional background included equal employment opportunity, targeted specialist recruitment and workforce development, including involvement in one of the first global recruitment contracts for the Australian Defence Force.
Key projects throughout her career have included introducing a Women in Leadership program and lecture series at Edith Cowan University, as well as receiving a Governor’s Award for work increasing the representation of women in non-traditional trade roles at the former Building Management Authority.
Director of People Services BA (Psychology & Industrial Relations), GradDip HRM, Masters Psychology and Management, Cert IV Training & Assessment
June Benson
Pip Lapelms is an experienced marketing and communications leader with more than 20 years’ experience across the education sector, spanning government, vocational, higher education, international education and independent schools. Passionate about the transformative power of education, she has built a career focused on strengthening institutional reputation, community engagement and meaningful stakeholder connection.
Throughout her career, Pip has worked across the Department of Education, TAFE, universities, private education providers and independent schools, bringing a broad sector perspective and deep understanding of the evolving education landscape. At Penrhos College, she leads strategic communications and brand initiatives that authentically reflect the College’s people-centred culture, values and vision for future-focused education.
Director of Marketing and Communications BA (Mass Comms), MBA, Dip Investor Relations
Pip Lapelms
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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“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
Penrhos College is one of Western Australia’s leading independent girls’ schools, recognised for its progressive educational philosophy and deeply people-centred culture. Founded in 1952, the College has built a reputation for empowering students and staff alike through innovation, wellbeing and purposeful leadership.
As an employer, Penrhos takes a strategic whole-of-person approach to employee experience through its integrated eight-domain Staff Wellbeing Framework, which includes supporting staff financially, emotionally, socially, physically and professionally. Rather than relying on isolated initiatives, the College embeds sustainable workforce practices into everyday operations and leadership decision-making.
This includes expanding access to flexible, part-time and job-share opportunities, including leadership roles, that support career progression alongside caring responsibilities childcare during professional development days, graduate teacher release programs and structured leadership development pathways. In 2025, approximately 80% of employees identified as female, with the College continuing to expand flexible and part-time opportunities that support career progression alongside caring responsibilities.
Penrhos’ Staff Opportunity & Active Reflection (SOAR) framework further reinforces a culture of continuous learning, reflective practice and professional agency across both teaching and professional staff.
Grounded in trust, collaboration and shared purpose, Penrhos continues to attract and retain exceptional people who are committed to making a meaningful impact within education and the wider community.
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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