The Senior Leadership Team at St Paul’s School, an Anglican private school situated in Brisbane, embodies a wealth of experience and expertise in education. Comprising seasoned educators and subject matter specialists, they guide students from Pre-Prep to Year 12, ensuring the strategic direction and operational strength of our institution.
At St Paul’s School, our Senior Leadership Team stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing a transformative educational experience led by experienced professionals who excel in their fields.
John O’Sullivan Williams brings over 25 years of diverse educational experience to St Paul’s School. With a background spanning independent schools across Australia, Japan, and England, he has held key leadership and management roles in wellbeing, teaching and learning, and governance.
John is passionate about education and ensuring that St Paul’s School provides every student with the opportunity to reach their full potential. As the fifth Principal of the School, he is committed to placing student safety and wellbeing at the forefront of all that we do, supported by rigorous teaching and learning and a rich extracurricular programme.
Since commencing his role, John has led significant building projects and rejuvenation works to ensure that learning takes place in outstanding facilities. Furthermore, he has been instrumental in driving the implementation of the strategic and campus masterplans, ensuring that SPS will continue to flourish into the future.
As an Anglican, he is dedicated to fostering a school community where all students, families, and staff feel a deep sense of belonging, are welcomed, and are respected.
Karen Madden
Bringing over 15 years of senior leadership experience in education, Karen is an expert in the field of teaching and learning.
As Deputy Principal, Karen oversees the operations of St Paul’s School from P-12, and works collaboratively with staff, students and families to provide quality opportunities in academic, extracurricular, experiential and community areas of school life.
Karen has established partnerships with many of Australia’s leading universities and curriculum authorities. Her recent completion of her PhD at The University of Queensland, along with the publication of her co-edited book, positions her as a leading voice in educational leadership and alternative research methodologies. Karen is responsible for the strategic and inspirational leadership of our teaching and learning program from Pre-Prep to Year 12.
Marianne Connolly
Marianne Connolly is the Director of Junior School at St Paul’s School and has over 25 years’ experience in early childhood and primary education. She is committed to student flourishing and helping young people begin their schooling journey as positively as possible.
Marianne provides strategic leadership and oversees the academic, social, and emotional development of students in the early years, ensuring a nurturing and enriching environment.
She enjoys running, early morning boot camps and netball.
Kathleen Power
Kathleen Power is the Director of International Education at St Paul’s School. She oversees the programs offered to our second language learners and provides pastoral and academic support to all international students at St Paul’s School.
With over 30 years’ experience in education across Australia and overseas, Kathleen has a passion for supporting second language learners reach their full potential.
Kathleen enjoys netball, reading and travelling.
Robert Nettleton
Robert Nettleton is the Director of Business and Operations at St Paul’s School and oversees financial operations, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure fiscal sustainability.
Robert provides strategic direction for the School’s administrative functions, facilities, and compliance, working to optimise efficiency and support the School’s mission and strategic objectives.
Robert enjoys Rugby, Formula One and spending time with his family.
Jon Andrews
Jon Andrews has over 25 years of experience as an educator in Australia and the United Kingdom.
Jon has a background in teaching the Humanities and Social Sciences, but also has particular expertise in staff professional development, teacher coaching and feedback, school improvement, and the use of educational research and evidence to develop initiatives to enhance student experience of schooling.
Jon enjoys running, cricket, climbing, science fiction and travel.
Alison Scott
Alison is responsible for the strategic and inspirational leadership of our teaching and learning program from Pre-Prep to Year 12, including oversight of the National Assessment Program Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN), Senior Education and Training (SET)Planning, the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) and the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).
Alison brings a wealth of experience in educational leadership as a former teacher, Head of Faculty, and University of Queensland (UQ) Principal Learning Designer, with over 20 years’ experience across Humanities, English, Languages, Library and Information Services, and eLearning.
From her work as Head of Humanities to her expansive roles as Head of Innovation and Pedagogy, Alison has shaped curriculum, assessment, and teacher professional learning programs within and across P-12, learning areas and sub-schools.
Erica Trudgian
Erica Trudgian is the Director of Wellbeing at St Paul’s School and is responsible for the overall development of school policies and practices relating to student wellbeing, pastoral care and behavioural expectations.
Erica has over fifteen years as an educator specialising in the areas of Mathematics and Science. In addition to her Bachelor of Education, Erica has a Bachelor of Behavioural Science and a Masters in Education-Leadership and Management.
She is a past student of St Paul’s School and enjoys swimming and spending time with her family.
Rev Mark Leam
As the school Chaplain, Rev Mark Leam undertakes a vital ministry of pastoral and spiritual care, prioritising the wellbeing of all members of the School community.
Engaging across various aspects of school life and with students of all ages, they lead worship sessions, embodying the teachings of Jesus Christ and reinforcing the school’s core values of Faith, Learning, and Community.
Mark actively supports the Anglican ethos and traditions, serving as a co-tutor in Boek house and contributing to numerous extracurricular groups and Outreach activities.
Mark enjoys AFL, travelling to his farm and spending time with his grandchildren.
