Hale School has a longstanding tradition of philanthropy, enjoying the support of Old Boys, parents and friends who have given generously to the School. This generosity has helped to build the magnificent and spacious Wembley Downs campus that all students enjoy today.
The Hale School Foundation was established in 1987 with a mission to foster and develop this culture of philanthropy in the school community. Philanthropic donations are directed to support Hale School and its students and staff through the Scholarship and Building Funds.
Hale School Foundation Board
Management of the Hale School Foundation is vested in the Foundation Board of Management, which acts in consultation with the Headmaster and Board of Governors.
The Foundation Board manages the investment corpus, which receives income and contributions from the Endowment Fee paid on acceptance of a place at Hale School, as well as philanthropic giving and bequests.
Management of the investment corpus aims to give Hale School a strong and permanent financial base. In consultation with the Board of Governors, returns from the investment corpus are divested to the School to fund its Scholarship Programs and support its ongoing Capital Works Program.
Mr Paul House (Foundation Chairman, 2025-ongoing)
Paul House (1984-88) is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of IMDEX, a leading ASX-listed global mining technology company. With over 30 years of experience in the resources and technology sectors, Paul has significant expertise in management, operations, strategy and governance across a wide range of international markets. He is currently a board member of Proteomics International Laboratories Ltd.
Paul is a former Governor of Hale School (2016-21) and has a son who attended Hale School.
Ms Miriam Borthwick (2018-27)
Miriam Borthwick (past parent) is a strategic communications specialist with more than 30 years’ experience across a diverse range of sectors including education, energy, Indigenous affairs and health. She has previously served on the Lotterywest Board and is currently a Governor of Hale School, a Board member of Healthway and of the disability services provider, Rocky Bay.
As a committee member of WA’s Women in Media networking group and as a part-time Media Advisor to the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, Miriam maintains extensive links with the media and provides media training and strategic communications advice to a variety of clients.
Mr John Garland (2016-25)
John (1972-76) has over 35 years’ experience in the property industry specialising in commercial, agribusiness and regional sales and investment. In 2012 he founded a managed fund, established to accommodate the government’s significant investor visa initiative, and has been involved in assisting Australian companies to establish offshore markets and trade initiatives.
John was actively involved in the Old Haleians’ Association for over 12 years, serving as President for five years. He has been a member of the Board of Governors since 2015 and is currently Chair of the Board’s Operations and Facilities Committee. John, his father and his son attended Hale School.
Mr Phil George (2022-25)
Phil (1983-88) is a Private Wealth Manager with one of WA’s best known advisory firms and has been advising private clients and organisations on their investment portfolios for 20 years.
His experience with, and deep understanding of issues shaping the performance of a broad range of asset classes enables him to oversee and contribute to the Foundation’s investment strategy.
Phil is a regular contributor and financial commentator via the ABC and other media outlets and is actively engaged with the community via a range of clubs and associations. Phil is a parent of two boys who attended Hale School.
Mr Grant Robson (2023-ongoing)
Grant Robson (1981-85) is a commerce graduate of the University of Western Australia and a Chartered Accountant. He joined Macquarie in 1999 to establish the Business Banking division in Perth.
Grant is a highly experienced banking and finance professional, and now leads distribution nationally for Macquarie’s Business Bank.
Grant and his wife Keeli have three children, including a son who is a past Hale student.
Mrs Eleanor Taylor (2023-25)
Eleanor Taylor (current parent) has over 20 years’ experience working in corporate law, specialising in employment, workplace relations, discrimination and workplace safety. In the course of her career she has worked at a senior level in a variety of top and mid-tier firms, assisting clients achieve their objectives in advisory, strategic and litigious matters.
Eleanor is currently completing her thesis at the University of Western Australia, considering interactions between Aboriginal children and the education and justice system in Western Australia between 1880 and 1920.
Eleanor has a son attending Hale School.
Mr Phil George (2025-ongoing)
Phil George (1998-2002) is the Founder and Director of NURV Consulting which delivers modern cloud-based telephony solutions to small and medium businesses. With a background in finance, cybersecurity and technology, he has experience as a managing director and CEO. He is the founder of Bamboo, an investment platform and has over 15 years of governance experience with ASX-listed entities.
Hale School Foundation Staff
Hale School Foundation staff work with Hale’s broad philanthropic community who are interested in learning about and supporting the School’s vision of inspiring the authentic development of every boy.
Whether it be for assistance for students who would otherwise be unable to receive a Hale School education, or for supporting the School’s rolling capital works programme, or through providing major gifts to support other important programmes at the School, we welcome your interest.
Contact us if you would like to hear more about the Foundation and its important role at Hale School.
