The School Board contributes to good governance so that school resources are used efficiently, and community expectations and the school’s priorities reflect the needs of students.
The School Board meets each term, in Weeks 4 and 8. Members of the school community are warmly welcomed to attend as observers.
Families can speak to parent representatives about the Board processes. As the School Board supports governance, rather than operations, parent representatives will usually help you determine the best staff member to approach.
Board email address: MLPSBoard@outlook.com
2025 Board Members
Parents
Catherine Pearce - Chair
Greg Rice - Secretary
Saul Karnovsky
Breanna
Trent Everitt
Community
Nathan Curnow
Staff
Robyn Crump - Principal
Ali Roberts - Deputy Principal
Alison Hawkesford
Sharon Hill
Get to know our Board Members
At Mount Lawley Primary School, we take connection very seriously. We hope these introductions help you get to know your School Board members a little better.
Name: Robyn Crump, Principal
Best movie ever? My neighbour Totoro (Studio Ghibli)
Who was your favourite teacher? My amazing mother… both as a role model in parenting but also as a teacher herself.
Your favourite thing about Mt Lawley Primary? The incredible community of staff, students and parents.
If you were a superhero, what powers would you have? Paddington Bear stares.
Robyn Crump Biography
As the Principal at Mt Lawley PS, my drive is to stimulate students from being passive listeners to active participants who are engaged in our society, through leading Mount Lawley to achieve our vision for all members of the school community to experience the joy of learning and become lifelong learners. I am a qualified Special Education and Primary School educator having worked in NSW, Victoria, Regional WA and Perth metro. Educating students from Kindergarten through to Year 10 has developed my capacity to place learning at the centre of strategic planning, making sure our school continues to offer a diverse and flexible curriculum that is supported by innovative and responsive approaches to teaching, together with an effective and inclusive learning environment. I have a passion for working with young minds, developing whole school plans, researching best practice, and leading quality teaching and learning for improved student outcomes.
Name: Alison Hawkesford, Staff representative
Best movie ever? The Shawshank Redemption
What do you sing at Karoke? Anything Disney!
Who was your favourite teacher? All of them of course.
Your favourite thing about Mt Lawley Primary? The students.
What was your favourite subject at school? And why? Art. I love creating things and art is so calming.
Alison Hawkesford Biography
I have been teaching for ten years and I am the Digital Technologies specialist teacher at Mt Lawley PS. I am a mum to three daughters with whom I share a passion for all things Lego and Star Wars. I joined the MLPS board as I wanted to be more involved in the school at a community level.
Nathan Curnow, Community Representative
Name one thing about being on the board that surprised you: I was surprised by how diligent, detail-oriented and effective the Board was in working on the various tasks set for it and by it with respect to the school.
Best movie ever? 1979's The Muppet Movie.
What do you sing at Karaoke? Probably a classic from a 90's band. The Smashing Pumpkins, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Nirvana maybe.
Your favourite thing about Mt Lawley Primary? I love how embedded pedagogy is in the practice of the school and the willingness of staff to grow and improve for the students.
If you were a superhero, what powers would you have? I try to look at life and events from a number of different angles to better understand them. I'd love to shapeshift as a result.
Nathan Curnow Biography
Nathan Curnow is the Head of Science at John Curtin College of the Arts and a teacher with more than fifteen years experience in the classroom, being recognised as a Level 3 Classroom Teacher since 2009 and shortlisted for the Prime Minister's Science Prize in Secondary Teaching. He is currently the President of the Australian Science Teachers Association and has developed and led state level professional development as a coordinator of Teacher Development School Science Team, is an inaugural alumnus of the STEM X Academy with CSIRO and Questacon and has completed a Masters in Education focusing his thesis on cognitive acceleration in science education. Nathan has considerable experience as a Board member and a Board chair and first joined the Mt. Lawley Board in 2020.
Saul Karnovsky, Parent Representative
Best movie ever? Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Your favourite thing about Mt Lawley Primary? That the teachers, leaders and school staff are caring, committed and professional educators who ensure our kids are given amazing learning opportunities.
Who was your favourite teacher? I’ve been fortunate to have so many amazing teachers in my life. I have fond memories of Mr Carter in year 4. He encouraged me to write and use my imagination, was funny and caring. I’d only recently come to the school and he made me feel welcomed.
What was your favourite subject at school and why? English because I was able to write creatively and express myself. I loved doing talks and presentations in front of class and have made that part of my professional life as a university lecturer.
If someone wrote a book about your life, what would the title be? Do, or do not, there is no try.
Biography: I am a former public-school teacher and Senior Curtin University research and teaching academic. I will be bringing a wealth of professional experience and passion for education to the school board. I hold a Doctorate in Education with expertise in wellbeing and school resilience. I am committed to representing parents to provide a strong voice for their cares and concerns. As a person living with a physical disability, I am also a committed advocate for diversity and equity. As a skilled communicator and mediator, I will work diligently with the school leadership and parent community to ensure the best outcomes for our students.
BOARD GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK
Mount Lawley Primary School Board Terms of Reference (including Code of Conduct)
Department of Education - School Councils/Boards
Board Meeting Minutes
2024 Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes - 12 September 2024
Meeting Minutes - 8 August 2024
Meeting Minutes - 13 June 2024
Meeting Minutes - 21 March 2024
Meeting Minutes - 22 February 2024
2023 Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes - 30 November 2023
Meeting Minutes - 2 November 2023
Meeting Minutes - 7 September 2023
Meeting Minutes - 10 August 2023
Meeting Minutes - 15 June 2023
Meeting Minutes - 23 March 2023
Meeting Minutes - 1 March 2023
2022 Meeting Minutes
Meeting Minutes - 27 October 2022
Meeting Minutes - 1 September 2022
Meeting Minutes - 17 March 2022
Meeting Minutes - 17 February 2022
Should you have an interest in any information not already published on this page, please do not hesitate to contact the School Board on MLPSBoard@outlook.com or the Principal on Principal.Mountlawley.PS@education.wa.edu.au.