St George’s Anglican Grammar School is pleased to welcome its new Head of Year 11 and 12, Miss Giorgia Bakeberg, following the promotion of Mr Tim Hayward to Associate Dean of School Operations from the start of the 2026 school year.
Born in Roodepoort, Johannesburg, but raised in Perth, Ms Bakeberg was educated at St Mary’s Anglican Girls’ School. Although she initially commenced a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at university, she soon realised her future and passions lay elsewhere. Reflecting on many years spent coaching netball, teaching Pilates and even ‘playing teacher’ as a child, she soon made the switch to a Bachelor of Secondary Education and has never looked back.
Ms Bakeberg taught at Newman College before moving to Canberra to work in boarding. She credits her time as Deputy Head of Boarding with confirming her innate passion and enthusiasm for pastoral care and student wellbeing.
When the opportunity arose to lead the senior years at St George’s, Ms Bakeberg recognised a natural alignment with the School’s Anglican Identity, its close-knit community and its unique location in the heart of the Perth CBD. Returning to Perth also offered the opportunity to reconnect with family while continuing to develop her career in education leadership.
Ms Bakeberg describes her leadership style as being collegial, collaborative, connected and compassionate. She seeks always to make a positive difference to the students in her care and enjoys both the privilege and challenges of working across Years 11 & 12.
‘Today’s senior students are immensely capable and caring young adults,’ she says.
‘They deserve to understand the ‘why’ behind their decision-making strategies and to have a voice in shaping what their final years at school might look like and feel like. This year, I have been blessed by an exceptional Student Leadership Group who are just an absolute delight to work with and support. Getting to know them has indeed been a great honour.’
While recognising the importance of academic achievement, Ms Bakeberg believes the senior years of schooling are equally about personal growth, self-discovery and developing a strong sense of purpose. She hopes students leave school with a clear understanding of their values, strengths and aspirations, equipping them for success beyond the classroom.
