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Doubleview, 6018 WA

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Governance

Our governance framework is comprehensive and current and sets the foundation for our decision-making, as well as ensuring a bright future for our school.

The International School of Western Australia is operated by the Australian Association for International Education Incorporated, a not-for-profit association incorporated in the State of Western Australia. 

The governing body, the ‘Board of the Association’, supports our vision to inspire and challenge our students to learn, achieve, and make a difference in the world.

The Board’s function is to ensure that the school fulfils this purpose and that it continues to do so in a sustainable manner, well into the future.

School Board Responsibilities

The Board of the Association is responsible for:

  • Setting the strategic direction of the school while upholding its core values, in partnership with the Principal.
  • Overseeing the ongoing financial viability of the school, and the efficient management of funds, assets, and operations.
  • Ensuring that a policy and compliance framework is in place to enable the school to achieve its goals, whilst complying with its legal obligations.
  • Board sub-committees, which have been established in the areas of Governance and Finance/Facilities and report regularly to the Board.

Current Board Members

Dr Christian Cuske – Parent Member – Finance and Facilities Committee
Christian joined the ISWA Board in February 2025. He is a passionate advocate for the transformative power of technology, with a background that includes a degree in Information Technology and a PhD in Semantic Web and AI. As Chief Strategy Officer at Zilliant, he plays a key role in driving strategic planning and execution, particularly in pricing and revenue optimization. Previously, Christian founded and successfully led his tech start-up, In Mind Cloud, through its acquisition by Zilliant. With extensive experience working with international tech companies and leaders, he brings valuable global insights to the Finance & Facilities committee. Christian is also a dedicated parent with a strong commitment to fostering innovation and strategic growth at ISWA.
 
 
Mark Edwards – Community Member – Governance Committee 
Mark joined the ISWA Board in August 2025 and brings over 25 years of experience in Human Resources and Organisational Development across the agriculture, engineering, resources, and shipping sectors. Mark partners with senior leaders to address core challenges and opportunities, developing sustainable solutions tailored to each organisation. Mark is a strong believer in developing a culture that reflects the organisation and enables people to flourish. Mark has a passion for talent management, leadership development, and succession planning. Mark has lived and worked in Australia, Singapore, and the UK.
 
Samuel Cowley  – Community Member – Board Chairperson
Sam was appointed Chairperson of the ISWA Board in August 2025, having served as board secretary and as a community board member since 2024.  Originally from the UK, Sam has made Perth his home since 2009, and when he’s not busy being Dad to 2 kids he works as Commercial Manager for Schoolbox, a K–12 learning management system and community portal that supports whole-school engagement in Australia and Internationally. Having spent the last 10 years visiting and working with International schools across Asia, Europe and the Middle east, Sam brings unique insights and global context to the ISWA board – As a passionate advocate for international education, he is deeply engaged in supporting ISWA’s commitment to providing a world-class, inclusive learning environment that nurtures enquiry and curiosity.
 
Dr Jenifer Low – Community Member – Finance and Facilities Committee
Jenifer joined the ISWA Board in August 2025 and is a parent of two ISWA alumni. She is a Scottish-trained General Practitioner with additional specialist qualifications in forensic and legal medicine, as well as occupational medicine. With over 20 years of experience, Jen is recognised for her leadership in healthcare, her commitment to medical education, and her focus on patient-centred care. She holds fellowships and memberships with medical colleges in both the UK and Australia, reflecting her dedication to excellence and lifelong learning. Jen has extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams and developing innovative healthcare solutions, and has made significant contributions to training and accreditation in the healthcare sector.
 
Leanne Green – Community Member – Governance Committee 
Leanne joined the ISWA Board in August 2025 as a parent member. She has over 30 years of experience as a senior public servant in Perth and the United Kingdom, working in the fields of crime, justice, and risk management. A strong advocate for the rights of marginalised communities, Leanne is passionate about empowering young people to become lifelong learners. She is also committed to sustainable practices in her daily life and brings this focus to her role on the Board. Leanne looks forward to working collaboratively with her fellow members to support Dr. Brokvam and the future of the school.

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Acknowledgement of Country

We wish to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land we are on, the Whadjuk (Perth region) people and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge, respect and seek to learn from their wisdom, continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region. ​