The Wesley Boarding leadership team has strong pastoral care values, vast experience in boarding school environments and a commitment to the ongoing development and support of every boarder.
Tom Giles joined Wesley as the Head of Boarding, Learning in Residence in 2024. Tom is an experienced school leader and teacher. Immediately prior to joining Wesley he held roles at Anglican Church Grammar School (‘Churchie’) in Brisbane, which saw him in pastoral leadership roles of Day Housemaster of Biggs House, and later Boarding Housemaster of Gerald House. In addition to those roles, Tom has been Acting Dean of Students, Head of Year 9 and is a passionate teacher of History. He has also held roles as a teacher of Humanities and Assistant Head of Year at Brisbane Grammar School.
Tom’s focus is on the safety and wellbeing of our boarders, providing a safe and supportive environment for young people to access the opportunities of a Wesley education while being supported in their development as adolescents and young people. Tom holds a Master of Educational Studies from the University of Queensland which included a research project in engaging adolescent learners with reading. Tom completed his Postgraduate Certificate in Education and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Hull, and later taught in schools in East Yorkshire before moving to Australia in 2009. Tom is an avid rugby union fan and has coached school teams in both rugby and water polo.
Tom hails from the UK and is joined on campus by his wife Kate and their two children, who attend the College.
Angelique is passionate about creating a boarding environment where young people feel safe, supported, valued, and empowered to grow. She believes a boarding residence should be more than a place to stay—it should be a genuine home away from home, where each individual is cared for, encouraged, and treated with respect and dignity.
With two years’ experience in boarding, she describes the journey through two defining principles: trust and bravery. She respects the trust families place in her care and admires the courage of young people as they step away from home to embrace new opportunities.
These values guide her approach to leadership and wellbeing, as she strives to create a positive, inclusive community where every boarder feels heard and supported. Angelique’s vision for student growth is centred on building confident, resilient individuals who form meaningful relationships, embrace challenges, and realise their full potential.
Mitch supports students in navigating daily boarding life with a strong focus on wellbeing and fostering a supportive environment. He has a background working in boarding as a mentor and in primary/middle years education. Through the development and implementation of the residence curriculum, Mitch provides opportunities for students to grow, build new skills, and contribute meaningfully to the wider community. His work aims to support the development of well-rounded, confident individuals.
