The School Board is made up of five parent representatives, one community representative, four staff representatives and the principal.
It is a decision-making body required and regulated by the School Education Act 1999, the School Education Regulations 2000 and the NPPS School Council Terms of Reference.
What is the School Board
The School Board plays an important role within the school, taking part in establishing and reviewing the school’s priorities and general policy directions. The Board works with the school to strengthen its capacity to best meet the needs of students. The Board comprises school staff, parents and community representatives.
The School Board’s functions include:
- taking part in establishing and reviewing the school’s priorities and general policy directions;
- taking part in planning the financial arrangements necessary to fund the school’s priorities and general policy directions;
- taking part in the evaluation of the school’s performance in achieving its priorities;
- approving certain charges and contributions and advertising and sponsorship agreements;
- determining the school’s dress code in consultation with students, staff and parents;
- providing advice to the principal on religious education and related activities;
- promoting the school in the community.
Can I bring a matter to the School Board’s attention?
Yes! Board members welcome your input and feedback and represent the interests of their community. Board members can only deal with matters falling within the Board’s ambit and do not interfere with the management of the school or performance concerns relating to a teacher. Board members respect the need for confidentiality and endeavour to protect the privacy of individuals when matters are brought for discussion.
If you would like to speak to any of the Board members please contact them directly. If you are unsure whether a matter should be raised with the School Board please contact the Chair or Principal.
If you are interested in volunteering or raising funds for the school, please contact the North Perth Primary School Parents and Citizens’ (P & C) Association, as they deal with all such matters: northperthpspandcpresident@gmail.com.
Meetings
The School Board meets twice per term on Monday evenings from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. Unless otherwise advised, meetings are open to the public. Persons other than Board members do not have speaking or voting rights. All persons present at the meeting must adhere to the North Perth Primary School Board Code of Conduct.
Meeting minutes can be found within the School Board folder of the NPPS Parent Connect library. Alternatively, minutes can be obtained by emailing the Board Chair. Board members also form working parties to meet at other times to work on assigned tasks.
School Board Members
Nathan Calleja
Board Chair
Parent Representative
My name is Nathan Calleja, and I have one son attending North Perth Primary School. I am keen to actively engage with our school community and contribute positively to supporting and guiding the school’s ongoing strategic direction.
I bring 17 years of experience in education, including 13 years in leadership roles as a Deputy Principal. I am deeply committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to learn, thrive, and enjoy a positive school experience. I strongly value open, transparent partnerships between staff, families, and the wider community, and believe these relationships are essential to achieving the best outcomes for students.
I look forward to working collaboratively with fellow Board members to support the continued growth and success of North Perth Primary School. I am always happy to connect with families and community members to discuss ideas, feedback, or opportunities to further strengthen our school community.
Nathan Calleja
Andrew Streeton
Principal
I have been a member of the School Board since 2015. One of the key areas of my leadership is developing an effective teaching culture at North Primary School. I believe that effective teachers have the greatest influence on student achievement.
I look forward to working with my colleagues on the School Board to continually improve this dynamic and growing school, ensuring that North Perth Primary School continues to meet the needs of its students, parents and staff.
Andrew Streeton
Rhiannon Longville
Parent Representative
I have two daughters at NPPS and welcome the opportunity to contribute to the supportive and engaging learning environment at the school through involvement with the board. I have over 20 years’ experience in project planning and delivery, governance and business development, both in the public and private sector. I am focussed on transparent communication and fostering a safe, dynamic and fun school community.
I look forward to working with my colleagues on the School Board to continually improve this dynamic and growing school, ensuring that North Perth Primary School continues to meet the needs of its students, parents and staff.
Rhiannon Longville
Srinali Kinariwala
Staff Representative
It is a privilege to be a member of the North Perth Primary School Board. I have been a classroom teacher at NPPS since August 2020, teaching across upper, middle, and junior primary over the years. With a background in marketing, public relations and business, I bring a diverse skill set to the Board. My experience working with children has reinforced my passion for education and student wellbeing. I am dedicated to fostering strong relationships within the school community and supporting initiatives that enhance student learning and development. As an organised and collaborative team player, I am committed to contributing to the ongoing growth and success of our school.
Srinali Kinariwala
Suzy Minson
Staff Representative
My name is Suzy Minson and I am an Early Childhood teacher at North Perth Primary School. I began my teaching career in 2002 at Calingiri Primary School and moved to North Perth in 2008. I really enjoy working with the younger students and seeing how much progress they make, both socially and academically, as they become more confident during the school year. I joined the School Board in 2024.
Suzy Minson
Lynsey Warbey
Parent Representative
Lynsey Warbey is an experienced senior government solicitor and board member, having served on boards for UWA Guild and the East Fremantle Football Club. Lynsey has two children who are attending North Perth Primary School and has been a part of our school community for over 6 years. Lynsey is proud of the achievements of the School over that time and looks forward to contributing to the School’s ongoing success.
Lynsey Warbey
Cam Brook
Community Representative
Our two children attended NPPS from 2007 to 2017. During this time, I was President of the P&C from 2010 to 2012 and a school board member from 2012 to 2014. I helped establish the pedestrian crossing on Charles St and was actively involved in NPPS’s transition to Independent Public School status. I later served on the board at Mt Lawley SHS from 2018 to 2023, including as chair from 2019 – 2022.
I had a 40-year career in the WA Symphony Orchestra and represented the musicians for most of that time. From 2015 to 2023, I was Vice President and Board Member of MEAA, the union for actors, journalists, crew, and musicians. I was involved with Mods hockey club for many years and currently work for Hockey WA as Senior Manager of Operations and Competitions.
I passionately believe in the importance of a quality public school education and the importance of NPPS to this community.
Cam Brook
Libby Goodwin
Staff Representative
Libby has been Deputy Principal at North Perth Primary School since 2023. Her role centres on supporting staff and students in Kindergarten to Year 2 as well as overseeing student services, with a focus in disability and inclusion, students at educational risk and positive behaviour support. She brings her extensive teaching and leadership experience along with a strategic and operational lens to the School Board.
Libby Goodwin
Chris Seeber
Staff Representative
Hi, I’m Chris Seeber, and I’m the staff representative on the North Perth Primary School Board. I’ve been teaching for 10 years, with the last seven here at NPPS, and my background is in Secondary Physical Education. I’m passionate about sport, teamwork, and making school a positive place for every student. Outside of teaching, I’ve been the Assistant Coach for the SSWA Under 12 Girls AFL team for the past three years, which has been a lot of fun. I’m looking forward to working with the board to help keep our school a great place to learn and grow.
Chris Seeber
Kelly Ekins
Parent Representative
I’ve been a NPPS parent since 2021 with two children currently attending the school. I’m constantly grateful to be part of such an incredibly supportive and caring school community. I’ve been both impressed and inspired by parents’ level of volunteering and engagement with the school, and feel honoured and to represent that parent community on the Board.
I’m passionate about fostering the school’s culture, and I’m excited to contribute my skillset to the Board as the School faces strong population growth and other challenges over the next three years. I am particularly enthusiastic to work with the school in developing the upcoming 2026-28 Business Plan and supporting its implementation thereafter.
I’m a member of the AICD and have over 7 years of board-equivalent experience in the Australian Public Service. I have degrees in law and economics and have been responsible for Strategic Leadership, Business Planning and Delivery, Governance, and the implementation of Organisational Change at both National and State levels. I also have a keen interest in our developing understanding of neurodiversity and how we can better adapt our learning and work environments to accommodate diversity.
I encourage you to approach myself or other members of the board or P&C to say hello, have a chat, ask a question or raise an issue!
Kelly Ekins
- Kellyekins11@gmail.com
Nick Okpara
Parent Representative
My family joined the North Perth Primary School community in 2023, and I now have two children attending the school. As a parent, I value the strong sense of community at NPPS and the supportive, inclusive environment it provides for students and families.
Professionally, I bring over 18 years’ experience in senior leadership, governance, and portfolio oversight across large, complex organisations. I offer a considered, transparent, and outcome-focused approach, with strengths in financial oversight, performance management, risk, and stakeholder engagement. I am passionate about working collaboratively with the principal, staff, and fellow board members to support strong governance and contribute to the continued success and future direction of North Perth Primary School.
Nick Okpara
- nicholasokpara@hotmail.com
Daniel Aleksandrow
Parent Representative
My connection to North Perth Primary is a long-term one. With three children in the school system—at the start of my term in 2026 they were in Year 3 and Pre-Primary, with my youngest starting Kindy in 2027—I am deeply invested in the school’s trajectory over the next decade.
In my professional life as an engineer, I specialize in solving complex problems and managing large-scale projects. I’m here to bring a practical, “builder’s” mindset. I care about how we navigate our current growth, ensuring our facilities and planning keep pace with our expanding community without losing the high standards and close-knit feel that make North Perth Primary what it is.
I believe in clear processes and pragmatic decisions. My goal is to help the Board provide a stable, well-resourced foundation so that our teachers can focus on what matters most: our children’s education.
Daniel Aleksandrow
- dan.npps@pm.me