Executive Team

A recognised leader in education within Australia and internationally, Linda has been Principal of Ruyton since 2011. With a focus on developing a holistic student-centred approach, Linda leads a culture at Ruyton where students excel academically, creatively, and socially. Her unwavering commitment to empowering girls is evident in the School’s student leadership and global citizenship initiatives. Linda has held educational leadership roles at independent schools in Adelaide and Melbourne and contributed to Boards and Educational Committees nationally and globally. Linda is currently a Governing Director of the International Coalition of Girls Schools.

An education management executive with expertise in accounting, risk, finance, administration, management, information technology, and property, Tim has over 20 years professional experience and a passion for working in education. A collaborative leader who empowers the individuals and teams in his care, Tim has a reputation for improving the efficiency, raising the profile, and achieving strategic targets whilst simultaneously minimising risk exposure.

Having held Business Manager positions over the last decade at Loreto Mandeville Hall and St Joseph’s Catholic College, Tim has also been President of the Catholic Education Business Administrators (CEBA) association. Tim has an MBA (ACU) and a Bachelor of Commerce (Deakin).

Lauren Perfect is a teacher of Humanities, English, VCE History and Dance with over 20 years of teaching and leadership experience in independent schools. Holding a Bachelor of Arts (Monash University), Bachelor of Education (Monash University) and a Master of Education (Educational Leadership and Management) from the University of Melbourne, Lauren is passionate about fostering an educational environment for girls with wellbeing at its heart. She believes that in order for a student to achieve their personal best, they must be surrounded by a community willing to support and celebrate each other. 

Lauren has nurtured a relationship-centred Senior School, where students, parents and staff work in partnership with each other to support the learning and growth of each Ruyton girl.

With a background teaching Mathematics, Physics and Science, and a Master of Education (Educational Administration) from the University of Melbourne, Cathryn is exceptionally suited to her role as Deputy Principal – Director of Learning at Ruyton Girls’ School. Cathryn is privileged to play an integral role in a future-focused, collaborative executive team, having direct and significant impact on the transformation of learning and wellbeing from Early Learning to Year 12. Cathryn has over 30 years’ experience in Melbourne independent girls’ schools and is committed to providing learning experiences which empower young women to flourish and strive for personal excellence.

Catherine is a passionate educator and natural leader with a keen desire to understand the big picture and contribute to strategy. She has a breadth of experience in leading strategy and day-to-day educational operations, with expertise in the learning, wellbeing and co-curricular programs in a Junior School.

Catherine brings out the best in others; experienced in coaching and mentoring, she has a reputation for leading with value on respect, collaboration, inclusion and personal best. Catherine ensures the needs of students are placed at the forefront of her team’s approach, while maintaining strong relationships and engagements across the School community. She has a Master of Education (Leadership and Management) from the University of Melbourne.

With extensive leadership experience in girls’ schools, Trish has completed a Bachelor of Arts (Monash University) and a Master of Educational Leadership (ACU). More recently she has undertaken further studies in Positive Education (MGSE). It is through these latter studies that she has deepened her commitment to nurturing girls in a manner that develops in them a positive mindset, a sense of purpose in life and a readiness to connect with others. She sees this approach to wellbeing practices as an integral component in empowering each girl to reach her full potential, to lead with confidence and to go out and make a difference in the world.