Meet Our Leaders
Leading with Passion, Wisdom and Integrity
Our leadership structure ensures there are clear, concise and shared goals across the College in support of our Strategic Plan. Our Senior Leadership Team is responsible for management of the College, whilst our Board oversees the strategic direction and governance of the College.
Tranby's Senior Leaders.
Tranby’s Senior Leadership supports and actively leads staff and students in living the College’s Mission, Vision and Values. Working collaboratively, the team develops systems and structures that foster and provide personalised educational excellence, whilst also caring for individual wellbeing.
Ms Emily Goforth
Emily brings commitment to lifelong learning – focusing on the individual needs of students, and supporting their academic, social, and emotional growth. She advocates for inclusion, diversity, and safe and respectful learning environments for all. Emily joined Tranby in 2019.
Ms Clare Riley
Clare is recognised for her outstanding achievements in various facets of her career, particularly in management, high-performance leadership, project management, development and marketing. What sets her apart is her unique leadership style – one characterised by resilience, caring empowerment of her team and an unwavering commitment to fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
Our College Board
The Tranby College Board is the governing body of the College, vested by the Uniting Church Synod. The Board ensures the sustainability of the College through visionary, strategic governance that challenges, resources and empowers the Principal and staff to achieve the mission. Board Members are appointed based on their expertise, qualifications and experience appropriate to the needs of the College.
Mr Michael Burgess
Director of M L Burgess Consulting and Director at Education Resource Options, Michael helps education institutions and companies improve their business processes. He specialises in digital strategy, business coaching, mentoring and virtual reality experience. Michael joined the Board in 2023.