Our Governance
AISACT is guided by a strong and transparent governance framework that ensures accountability, strategic leadership, and the highest standards of service to our member schools.
Our governance structures support informed decision‑making, uphold our organisational values, and safeguard the long‑term sustainability of the ACT Independent school sector. Through collaborative leadership and clear oversight, we remain focused on advancing quality education, advocating for our members, and strengthening the voice of Independent schooling across the ACT.
Members Schools of AISACT meet formally four times each year. Each Member School nominate two Representatives, one of whom must be the principal, to attend these meetings.
An Executive Committee is elected from the Members and includes the Chair, Deputy Chair, Immediate Past Chair, other Members, and Secretary (the Association’s Executive Director). See below.
Executive Committee composition
Current Members of the Executive Committee are:
Chair: Ms Rachel Davies (Daramalan College)
Deputy Chair: Ms Leonie Harwood (Burgmann Anglican School)
Members:
Ms Heather Walsh (Stromlo Forest Anglican School)
Mr Kent Peters (Canberra Grammar School)
Ms Melanie Spencer (Emmaus Christian School)
Mrs Terrie Jones (Canberra Girls Grammar School)
Ms Sophia Williams (Blue Gum Community School)
Mr James Goodlet (Orana Steiner School)
Ms Sophia Williams (Blue Gum Community School)
Mr David Perceval (Marist College)
Mr Andy Gordon (Stromlo Forest Anglican College)
Ms Tracey Taylor (Secretary, AISACT)
Subcommittee:
The primary objective of the subcommittee is to provide the Executive Committee with advice on strategy, financial sustainability, risk and opportunities in line with the AISACT strategic intent.
Chair of Finance, Risk and Audit Subcommittee: Ms Heather Walsh