Headquarters:

11 Petrie Street, Ascot, Qld 4007

Year founded:

1895

Number of employees:

260+

Phone:

07 3862 0777

Email:

reception@stmargarets.qld.edu.au

Website:

stmargarets.qld.edu.au

LinkedIn:

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“We prioritise embracing cutting-edge technologies, creative problem solving and continuous improvement to enhance our premium funding solutions and provide exceptional value to our clients”

Ros Curtis, AM

Principal

Nicole Devlin

Deputy Principal

Chris Dunn

Dean of Studies

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Ros Curtis, AM has served as principal of St Margaret’s since 2011, overseeing enrolment growth from under 800 to nearly 1,500 students. Commencing her career as a History and Drama teacher, she has held a variety of teaching and senior leadership positions in six schools. She is passionate about effective school leadership, curriculum innovation and mentoring future leaders. Curtis has received numerous accolades, including Member of the Order of Australia (2024) for her significant service to education and the inaugural International Coalition of Girls’ Schools Founders’ Leadership Award (2025). Her leadership is defined by a commitment to holistic education and continuous school improvement.

Principal

Ros Curtis, AM

Nicole Devlin brings over 20 years of experience in girls’ education to her role as deputy principal, which she began in January 2025. She has worked across both primary and secondary settings, developing a deep understanding of the needs of students and staff. She is dedicated to fostering a supportive, high-achieving school culture built on trust and kindness. Devlin’s leadership style focuses on empowering others, nurturing a community where everyone can thrive. Her vision is to guide St Margaret’s in creating an environment where students and staff are inspired to achieve their best and contribute positively to society.

Deputy Principal

Nicole Devlin

Chris Dunn joined St Margaret’s in 2018 after teaching science and biology and holding leadership roles at St Kevin’s College. As head of faculty – science and technology and now dean of studies, he has implemented evidence-based curriculum and assessment practices to enhance student learning. He has received the Peter Doherty Award for Outstanding Teacher of STEM (2020) and the ACEL-Q Prize for Outstanding Academic Achievement (2022) and was named on The Educator’s Hot List 2024. Dunn is passionate about curriculum innovation and is committed to supporting students and staff in achieving academic excellence.

Dean of Studies

Chris Dunn

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Caitlin McCluskey

Dean of Academics

Caitlin brings teaching experience from St Joseph’s, Gregory Terrace and teaching and leadership experience from St Aidan’s Anglican Girls School. She was recognised with the St Aidan’s Staff Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (2020). As dean of academics at St Margaret’s, McCluskey is dedicated to fostering student capacity, confidence and resilience. She is passionate about creating opportunities for all students to excel academically and personally, and she works closely with staff to ensure high-quality teaching and learning. McCluskey’s leadership is defined by her commitment to student growth and achievement.

Dean of Academics

Caitlin McCluskey

Kate Frewin

Assistant Head of Primary – Curriculum

Kate Frewin has more than 20 years’ experience in education and has been instrumental in enhancing teaching and learning in St Margaret’s primary school since 2020. She was named on The Educator’s Hot List in 2025. She brings expertise in curriculum design, pedagogy and contemporary learning practices, focusing on empowering girls to develop the knowledge, skills and mindset to succeed. Frewin is passionate about creating flexible, engaging learning environments that foster curiosity and agency. Her leadership ensures that primary students are equipped to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Frewin’s commitment to innovation and excellence supports both students and teachers in reaching their full potential.

Assistant Head of Primary – Curriculum

Kate Frewin

Stevens & Associates Lawyers is a leading and trusted employment law firm based in Sydney known for delivering high-quality legal expertise in the area of employment law and industrial relations across Australia, alongside a proven track record of effectively and swiftly resolving a variety of workplace law issues. In the past year, the firm’s growth has been notable. It has: • experienced a 213% growth in the number of client matters, increasing from 149 client matters in the 2022 financial year to 390 client matters in the 2023 financial year • improved its online visibility, leading to over 50 online enquiries each month and a conversion rate of client leads of up to 40% • significantly expanded the breadth and type of matters that it advises on day to day, which has increased the firm’s skillsets, diversity and resilience • expanded its community outreach by collaborating with local Sydney venues for client seminars and continuing active participation in a Sydney small/family business group Stevens & Associates Lawyers has adapted to digital trends by implementing an effective strategy with SEO and web design, resulting in a structural shift that has seen increased representation of employees where the firm previously mainly advised employers. The firm’s recognition as a “Fast Firm” attests to its momentum in the employment law space.

“IQumulate is on a technology journey, and we’re just getting started”

Wayne Tower, IQumulate Premium Funding

The Reverend Jasmine (Jazz) Dow

School Chaplain

Greg Anderson

Chief Information Officer

Kerry Daud

Head of Faculty – Digital Innovation and Design

Pam Chhabra

Manager – Residential Strata

The Reverend Jazz Dow is dedicated to nurturing the spiritual and emotional wellbeing of the St Margaret’s community. With experience in ministry, tertiary chaplaincy and theological education, she brings a holistic perspective to her role. She has developed resources for social and ecological justice with the Anglican Board of Mission and believes in the power of education to celebrate diversity and inspire positive change. Dow played a key role in developing the school’s “On Being Human” curriculum. Her approach fosters resilience, spirituality and a sense of belonging among students and staff.

School Chaplain

The Reverend Jazz Dow

Greg Anderson leads St Margaret’s information technology strategy, drawing on over 25 years of industry experience. He is committed to developing an innovative, secure and supportive IT environment that empowers teachers and students with cutting-edge technologies. Anderson’s leadership ensures the school stays ahead in emerging technologies while safeguarding the privacy and security of the community. He is dedicated to providing excellent customer support and guiding strategic IT decisions. Anderson’s focus on innovation and robust systems supports the school’s mission of delivering a world-class education in a digitally connected world.

Chief Information Officer

Greg Anderson

Kerry Daud is a leader in digital education, founding St Margaret’s esports program and pioneering Girls in Gaming competitions. She has led the integration of AI in teaching and learning and presents at industry conferences locally and internationally. Daud is co-founder and vice president of the Queensland Schools Network for Emerging Technologies and a 2025–2026 research fellow with the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools. Her accolades include The Educator’s Hot List 2022, The Educator’s Most Influential Educator 2025, and the Queensland College of Teachers TEACHX Innovation in Teaching Award 2025. Daud is passionate about empowering students through technology.

Head of Faculty – Digital Innovation and Design

Kerry Daud

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.

Commercial Manager

Stephen McMillan

One culmination of these efforts has been the real-world, needs-based IQEdge solution. A one-stop online quoting tool designed for both the Australian and New Zealand markets, IQEdge delivers quotes in under 60 seconds. Plus, the solution offers quote comparison and quote versioning capabilities, enabling users to review vital historical and financial data in a single page view. IQEdge can streamline and automate application processing, underwriting document verification and payment collection, cutting the need for manual labour and minimising processing errors. A digital “self-service” platform, IQEdge, reduces the need for customer and administrative support. Meanwhile, borrowers can access their accounts, make payments and manage their policies independently and through sales and support teams, which are always available for further assistance. “We’ve created a quality platform that simplifies the quoting process yet amplifies the customer experience,” says Gordon. “It’s a real game changer.” IQumulate offers an online digital quoting tool to clients. The best-in-market solution enables IQumulate to tailor funding offerings to brokers that align with their prefered distribution channel.

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What does IQumulate have in mind for the future? “IQumulate is on a technology journey, and we’re just getting started,” says Wayne Tower, CEO. “Through continuous engagement with our clients, partners, marketplace and industry, we will listen to the needs as they arise and position our business to be agile and respond to changes as they occur. “Faster decision-making innovations such as AI-powered decision support systems can expedite the underwriting and approval process, leading to quicker responses to clients. This can improve client satisfaction and potentially attract more business, creating a competitive advantage with the potential to allow IQumulate to command premium pricing or capture a larger market share. “As forward-thinkers with a digital and ‘do it better’ mindset, we collectively and proactively look to learn and improve on our customer experience for our clients, paving the way for successful business outcomes for our clients and our business in the coming years ahead. “We’re excited for the future and look forward to what’s on the horizon.”

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“Titles like ‘Best School’ are the by-product of putting people first – students, teachers and families. That’s what drives excellence and innovation”

Dr Adrian Camm, Westbourne Grammar School

“We hire for character as much as capability – humble, hungry and smart – then invest deeply in their growth. That’s the engine of our success”

Dr Adrian Camm, Westbourne Grammar School

Ivan Verescuk

Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

Shaun O’Brien

Head of Underwriting

Emily Walker

Head of Strata and Development

Rex Oakman

Head of Operations and Risk

Sandy Newton

Head of Underwriting

Andrew Mitchell

Manager – NSW

Michael Prokopis

Manager – Southern Region

Pam Chhabra

Manager – Residential Strata

Jeffrey Valdivia

Manager – Commercial Strata

Adam Basaldella

Manager – Claims

St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School stands as one of Brisbane’s foremost independent day and boarding schools, welcoming girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12 and boys in Pre-Prep. For over 130 years, St Margaret’s has been dedicated to providing a truly holistic education – one that nurtures each student’s social, emotional and physical wellbeing alongside a strong commitment to academic excellence. The school’s approach is shaped by four distinctive frameworks: quality teaching and learning, professional learning, student wellbeing and staff wellbeing. Together, these frameworks clearly express the guiding principles that underpin St Margaret’s holistic educational philosophy. Central to the school’s culture is “The St Margaret’s Way” – a unique philosophy developed by the school to foster a genuine sense of belonging and wellbeing throughout the community. This approach recognises that a supportive and inclusive environment is essential for students and staff to thrive, both academically and personally. Innovation is at the heart of St Margaret’s strategic vision. This year, the school has taken bold steps in educational technology, leading the way in the integration of artificial intelligence. St Margaret’s has introduced three pioneering initiatives: the AI Student Education Plan, a comprehensive Staff AI Usage Policy and the appointment of dedicated AI Champions to support and inspire the school community. In addition, St Margaret’s has reimagined its Religious and Values Education curriculum, now known as “On Being Human”. This refreshed subject invites students to explore the profound questions of what it means to be human – and, importantly, how to live well as human beings.

IQumulate invests in education and people, which are vital to attracting new business and talent to the company. “We have long tenures for several of our key staff, including some in leadership positions, and this sound working knowledge of our business, practices and industry provides great insights and a wealth of experience to offer our clients,” says Bastow. “Our new head of sales, Graeme Gordon, formerly manager for New Zealand, joins us in Australia to drive our sales strategy and lead our team to successful outcomes for our clients and our business. We look forward to great things ahead with Graeme as he continues to be active and present in the New Zealand market as well as building sound working relationships and new connections in Australia.” Clients can also expect a lot from working with IQumulate. “Through active engagement with our trusted broker network, IQumulate provides relevant information, education and training content,” says Graeme Gordon, head of sales. “Our clients can expect IQumulate to support their business in several ways, providing an understanding of what premium funding solutions are available and how IQumulate can spread the cost of insurance and help borrowers get the right level of insurance cover to free up their cash flow for other expenses or business growth opportunities. Premium funding is often considered a tool for those who simply cannot afford to pay their premiums in full. While this is certainly a significant driver for many, it is also successfully used by profitable companies who use premium funding to manage their cash flows more wisely or better manage their liquidity.”

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Wellbeing is a priority, with flexible work arrangements, reduced teaching loads, allied health services and personal training. Equity and inclusion are central, reflected in a gender pay gap of ~20% in favour of women and a leadership team where seven of 11 executive roles are held by women. This people-first approach sits alongside a strong commitment to innovation. Under the stewardship of Principal Dr Adrian Camm, 2025 Australian School Principal of the Year, Westbourne has achieved record enrolments and is planning a new 1,500-student campus. Initiatives such as AI and Drone Academies, avatar technology connecting the community across 100 languages and sector-leading wellbeing programs further distinguish its offering. Extracurricular opportunities extend to competitive sports, debating and chess, delivering a TEDx talk, learning an instrument or joining the choir. Signature experiences include Space Camp and trekking to Base Camp, Mount Everest, helping students build confidence, creativity and collaboration. The school’s eSports Studio and AI Academy exemplify its commitment to leveraging technology for learning and community engagement. Looking ahead, the 2030 Strategic Map, centred on People, Place and Programs, will guide Westbourne’s next chapter. The soon-to-be-completed Middle School precinct embodies this vision, featuring flexible learning spaces, innovation labs, a student-led café and an integrated Health & Wellbeing Centre. Central to the curriculum is the GearED approach, which received the 2025 Australian Education Award for Innovation in Curriculum Design and empowers students to tackle real-world problems through hands-on learning. Westbourne’s wellbeing strategy, CARE, ensures every student is supported from their first year to final exams. Age-appropriate programs nurture resilience and meaningful relationships, while the house system and restorative practices foster empathy. Extending this commitment, Echoes and Dialogues reimagines chaplaincy as a philosophy program that encourages Socratic dialogue and ethical inquiry, inviting students to reflect deeply and engage thoughtfully with complex issues.

Blending tradition with innovation, Westbourne remains steadfast in its people-first philosophy – inspiring students to discover passions, build resilience and grow into compassionate leaders ready to shape the future.