The Board of Directors is tasked with the governance of The BUSY School.
The key role of the Board is to govern The BUSY School Ltd by ensuring that the company meets its objectives, as outlined in Clause 2.1 of the Constitution. The functions and powers of the Board are prescribed in Clause 7.1 and 7.2 of the Constitution.
In carrying out its responsibilities and exercising its powers, the Board at all times recognises its overriding responsibility to act honestly, fairly, diligently and in accordance with the law in serving the interests of The BUSY School Ltd company members, staff, students, parents and other community stakeholders.
It works to promote and maintain an environment within the School that establishes and maintains high moral and ethical principles as basic guidelines for all of its employees and representatives at all times.
Annual Reports
Download the 2021- 2022 The BUSY School Annual Report (PDF – 4MB)
Download the 2020- 2021 The BUSY School Annual Report (PDF – 10MB)
Download our latest 2022-2023 The BUSY School Annual Report (PDF – 13MB)
Next Step - 2024 Post-School Destinations
Download the 2024 Post-School Destinations Report (PDF – 4MB)
Board of Directors
Executive Team
Leonie Carlile
Leonie drives operational initiatives to enhance organisational capability. With extensive senior management experience in HR and Business Management, her expertise includes Workforce Planning, HR, Financial Management, Industrial Relations, and Leadership.
Bill Weigall
Bill oversees the development and support of The BUSY School across Australia and New Zealand. With extensive experience teaching in independent schools in Queensland, the ACT, England, and Scotland, he is passionate about supporting students with diverse needs.
Karah Logan
Karah is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students and staff can thrive. She focuses on empowering individuals to reach their full potential and create lasting positive change.
Leadership Team
Adam Baker
Adam leads the Brisbane City Campus in realising The BUSY School vision for its students. He brings a diverse history of experiences from Defence, the private sector, and senior education.
Andrew Cavanagh
Andrew brings many years of leadership, management, and teaching experience from the education sector. He is passionate about the transformative impact that alternative education models can have on young people.
Chipo Gweshe
Chipo is dedicated to adapting curriculum and assessment per QCAA guidelines, ensuring they meet diverse student needs and aspirations. She upholds academic integrity, fostering values transferable beyond school.
Hanna Green
Hanna is dedicated to empowering teaching staff through collaboration, learning, and professional growth, ensuring they create meaningful experiences that inspire individual student success.
Ingrid Rucinski
Ingrid is a skilled educational professional who has worked as a teacher and manager in the education sector both internationally and in Australia. She is passionate about fostering an agile work and learning culture.
Jay Harris
Jay is passionate about building strong industry connections and enhancing VET opportunities. He works to create real-world pathways that help students grow, develop skills, and thrive in their careers.
Jennifer Palmer
Jenny oversees the daily running of the Southport Girls+ Campus. She brings many years of experience in education, leadership, and wellbeing, and is passionate about our young people being successful in whatever pathway they choose.
Kylee Chandler
An experienced leader in secondary schools, working in the Moreton region education sector for 20 years, Kylee brings her valuable leadership expertise to the campus plus a wealth of local knowledge and connections.
Naomi Vucas
Naomi oversees the daily running of The BUSY School Cairns Campus, student and staff welfare. Naomi brings many years’ of teaching and management experience in the education sector.
Shane Blood
Shane oversees the daily operations of the Shailer Park Campus, and student and staff welfare. Shane brings a long history of working in the education sector in Australia and abroad.
Tim Gado
A dedicated advocate in education, Tim brings extensive experience to the table. With a passion for student wellbeing and engagement, he has a track record in fostering positive outcomes for students in senior schooling.
