Why do we have a Hilton PS School Board?
As an Independent Public School (IPS) Hilton Primary School, through the Principal, has greater opportunity and responsibility to allocate resources in the best interests of our students and in accordance with the current Business Plan (Plan For Growth 2021-2024.) The Hilton School Board Chairperson and the Principal sign an Annual Funding Agreement for Schools and demonstrate alignment between our Business Plan and the Delivery and Performance Agreement for public schools.
As an IPS, Hilton PS is required to adhere to the policies and procedures of the Department of Education WA (DOEWA) and to teach the West Australian Curriculum as defined by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA). The Hilton PS Board engages in disciplined dialogue with the school Principal to ensure that our financial, physical and staff resources are directed to the priorities of the current Business Plan.
The Hilton PS Board also provides a forum for critical thinking and robust discussion as a basis for the Principal’s professional decision making. The Board does not influence operational matters but may inform the Principal of factors to be considered. The Hilton PS Principal works in partnership with the Board members, who represent our families, staff and community.

Current School Board Members
- Carmel Bochenek – Principal
- Marisa Ross – Board Chair
- Amanda Hodgson
- Emily Furzer
- Adam Alexander
- Erin Maher
- Pierra O’Brien
- Alli Doherty
- Anisah Dickson
- Frankie Gibbins
- Claire Romea
Meeting documents will be made available on request.
Our School Board currently meet twice per term. Usually Tuesday Week 3 & 8 of each term. These are subject to change based on agenda items.
The Annual School Board Open Meeting will be held in Term 4. All welcome.