Leadership Team
Meet our Team
Rod Ramsay joined Waverley Christian College in 2014 as Deputy Principal, teaching Maths at Year 7 and Year 10. Alongside the Deputy role, Rod has also served as Acting Director of Teaching and Learning and Head of Campus – Wantirna South and was appointed Principal in 2025. Rod has worked in education with numerous leadership roles for over 25 years, arriving into the sector from an earlier career as a Geologist, living and working in a number of remote locations across Australia.
“I am passionate about quality Christian education and love seeing our College fulfill its vision as a Faith Learning Community; learning to understand God’s world and His story, encouraging each other, and especially our children and young people, to grow in their faith and respond to Him in awe and worship and to His kingdom in service.”
Rod enjoys the outdoors and especially his garden and loves to unwind with a book on a beach any time of the year.
ROD RAMSAY
Principal
Lisa Dumicich joined the team at Waverley Christian College in 2025 as Deputy Principal. Lisa has worked in Christian Education for over 30 years and commenced her career as a Business Management and Accounting teacher. She has held leadership positions in a number of Christian Schools in Victoria and interstate, ranging from Head of Teaching and Learning to Principal. Lisa is deeply passionate about seeing Christian Schools and educators thrive so that they can play a role in forming our young people as followers of Jesus. Lisa says “What a privilege and a joy it is to serve Jesus in Christian Education and especially at a school like Waverley Christian College which takes seriously the mandate from Proverbs 22:6 to raise a child up in the way they should go so when they are old they won’t depart from it” In her spare time, Lisa is an active part of her church music team and loves to read.
LISA DUMICICH
College Deputy Principal
Anna White joined the team at Waverley Christian College in 2024 as Director of Student Wellbeing Support.
Anna has supported student mental health and wellbeing within the school system for over a decade, much of this within an international community abroad. In addition to this, Anna has held voluntary leadership and pastoral positions within a range of not-for-profit organisations since she was a student herself!
Jesus reminds us in John 10:10, “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” In that same spirit, Anna is passionate about leading the WCC Wellbeing team to walk alongside students when challenges arise, so that each student’s capacity to flourish is nurtured. Students with mental and emotional resilience are better equipped to thrive in their learning, build healthy friendships, and embrace the many opportunities available to them throughout their schooling.
In her spare time, Anna loves to read, go for walks in nature, and hang out around food and games with her family.
ANNA WHITE
Director of Student Wellbeing
Adam Dearness joined the College in 2014 as a Mathematics and Physical Education Teacher and has worked in several leadership roles before commencing as the Director of Teaching and Learning in 2024. Adam has over 15 years of experience in education across independent, government, and international schools. He has held leadership roles in Victoria and interstate, including Head of Teaching and Learning and faculty/department coordination. Adam is passionate about fostering a Christ-centred education at Waverley Christian College, where faith is woven into evidence-based teaching to inspire academic excellence and purpose in every student. He sees it as a privilege to be part of a community that values partnership, celebrates growth, and seeks to honour God in all we do. Adam is a big sports fan, especially when it comes to basketball and he loves spending time with his young family every chance he gets
ADAM DEARNESS
Director of Teaching and Learning
Peter Leigh has the privilege of serving as the Business Manager at Waverley Christian College, a community he first joined as a Year 9 student in 1979. Since that time, he has remained deeply connected to the College through his three children’s journey from Kindergarten to Year 12, as well as through many years of dedicated volunteer service on the College Council.
In his current role, Peter leads the Central Services teams, which provide essential operational support across administration, finance, facilities, people and culture, capital projects, and service delivery. Guided by God’s wisdom, the team is committed to sound financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, effective resource management, and a customer-focused approach that strengthens the College’s educational mission.
Peter is passionate about supporting the ongoing, Christ-centred mission of Waverley Christian College and helping the community flourish in both faith and learning. Outside of work, Peter enjoys cooking, especially with a pizza oven or offset smoker, spending time with family, and exploring new ways to refine his coffee-brewing technique.
PETER LEIGH
Business Manager
Wantirna South Campus
David joined the College in 2022 as the Head of Campus, having previously served as a Head of Teaching and Learning and Deputy Principal in other schools. His background includes nine years in Church Pastoral Leadership in Western Australia and over fifteen years in Victorian education, leading and teaching across the Humanities and English learning areas. David counts it a privilege to serve in Christian Education, where students are encouraged to view learning not merely as an academic pursuit but as an act of worship. He is passionate about cultivating character in young people, helping them make Jesus Christ visible in their everyday lives.
Outside of his role at the College, David enjoys walking, reading, working on home projects, studying, and following NBA basketball.
DAVID LEPILEO
Head of Campus
Adam joined the College as Head of Primary in 2024, having previously served at WCC as a Primary teacher and Deputy Head of Primary from 2003 to 2012. With over two decades in Christian schools, he has taught across a range of year levels and subjects, served as a Year Level Coordinator, and spent seven years as a Head of Middle School, gaining valuable experience in both classroom practice and educational leadership.
Adam is passionate about Christian education, and the way can shape young lives. The Primary schooling years are incredibly formational, and there is a valuable opportunity to build strong foundations in the lives of students. Adam has a desire for students to feel a sense of belonging; as the Primary school is a place where each child can be known and valued, supported by a team of committed, skilled and caring teachers who seek to see students engaged in their learning, connected with others, and growing in their love for God.
Outside of school, Adam enjoys trail running, playing the piano, and spending time with his family.
ADAM MESSENGER
Head of Primary
Andrew joined Waverley Christian College in 2005 as a Biblical Studies teacher and has served in a range of leadership roles before being appointed Head of Secondary in 2016. He is deeply committed to seeing young people thrive academically, spiritually, and personally, and hopes that all our students will grow to love God and serve Him faithfully in this generation.
During his time at the College, Andrew has supported the continued growth of its outstanding extracurricular and academic programs. He is passionate about Christian education and believes that every student brings something meaningful and unique to our community.
Andrew is thankful for the shared values the College holds with parents and for the wonderful staff he has the privilege of working with each day.
Andrew and his wife, Ruth, have three sons. As a family, they enjoy retreating to the Victorian high country, spending time at the beach, and serving together at their church
ANDREW BAWDEN
Head of Secondary
Narre Warren South Campus
Mark Crnkovic has been part of Waverley Christian College since 2009, beginning his journey at the Wantirna South Campus as Deputy Head of Secondary while teaching History, Bible and Business Management. In 2012, he was appointed Head of Campus at the newly established Narre Warren South Campus, where he has since led the school through significant growth, expanding from a Prep–Year 7 campus to a thriving multi‑stream Prep–Year 12 community.
Mark is deeply passionate about Christian education and is committed to seeing students flourish educationally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. His leadership is grounded in Matthew 6:33, reflecting his belief in putting God first in all aspects of school life. He considers it a privilege to have contributed to the establishment and continued development of the Narre Warren South Campus.
Known for his strong people focus, Mark values meaningful connections with students, staff and families and is dedicated to fostering a welcoming, Christ‑centred community marked by servant leadership, strong partnerships and holistic student development.
MARK CRNKOVIC
Head of Campus
Sarah Michael joined the College in 2022 as Deputy Head of Primary and class teacher, before commencing as the Head of Primary in 2026.
Sarah has worked in Christian Education for over 25 years, beginning as a classroom teacher in England, India and Bangladesh. Prior to her roles at WCC, Sarah has held various leadership positions in school and Higher Education, ranging from Curriculum Coordinator to Director of an Undergraduate Teacher Education program.
Sarah is dedicated to investing in a Christ-centred Primary school where students discover that learning comes from God and is to glorify Him. She is passionate about leading a community that is founded on the Word of God and where students grow in faith and a personal relationship with Jesus, build meaningful relationships, and develop their knowledge, skills and gifts from God to pursue His plans for them in confidence for the extension of His kingdom.
To relax, Sarah enjoys exploring our natural environment with her family.
SARAH MICHAEL
Head of Primary
Joel Chapman joined the College as a Wantirna South Secondary History Teacher in 2003 and has since served in a range of teaching and leadership roles, including over a decade as Deputy Head of Secondary, before commencing as Head of Secondary at NWS in 2026. A former WCC student (1993–1996), Joel has spent his entire career at the College.
Joel and the NWS Secondary Team are committed to providing outstanding, student-centred education. He is passionate about helping students recognise and use their God-given gifts to impact the world for Jesus, through a growing relationship with God and a life that actively pursues Him.
Joel and his wife have four children, all currently attending WCC. He is actively involved in his church community and continues to hope the Swans might one day win a premiership; preferably without another Grand Final heartbreak.
JOEL CHAPMAN
Head of Secondary
