Governance
Prince Alfred College is governed by the Prince Alfred College Council which was established under the Prince Alfred College Incorporation Act 1878 (amended 2010).
The work of the College Council is determined by the requirements of the College Constitution, Common Law, the Prince Alfred College Strategic Plan, the activities and needs of the College and the expectations of the Prince Alfred College community.
The primary responsibilities of the College Council are to oversee the governance and strategic development of Prince Alfred College, monitor and review the College’s operations, finance, building, and risk and compliance obligations.
The College Council comprises ten elected members and two ex-officio members, the Headmaster and the Moderator of The Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of South Australia (or his representative).
College Council positions are as follows:
- Dr Ben Tidswell, Chairman
- Mr John Keeves, Deputy Chairman
- Mrs Fleur Michell, Secretary
- Mr David Sanders, Treasurer
Council members include, Mr John Harry, Mr Richard Hockney, Dr Tim Cooper, Ms Karen Tierney, Professor Nigel Bean, the Rev Graham Vawser, the Rev Rob Williams, and Mr Kevin Tutt.
Council sub-committees include Finance and Audit, Building, and Risk and Compliance.
A Nominations Committee of Council is responsible for overseeing the process of appointment of members.
Expressions of interest in serving the College Council should be directed to the Minute Secretary of Council, Mrs Margaret Gleaves, or telephone 8334 1223.