Don Grimmett commenced as the Principal of King’s Baptist Grammar School in July 2019. For the 17.5 years prior, Don served as the Principal of Investigator College in Victor Harbor. Don was appointed to that position whilst he was at King’s for a five-year period as Director of Educational Development, followed by a year as the Director of Junior School and a year as the Director of Senior School here at King's. His early teaching years were spent in Victoria at Billanook College.

Don is a Past President of the Association of Independent Schools of SA (AISSA) and currently holds a position on that Board. He is also a past Board Member of the Independent Schools Council of Australia (ISCA).

Don is married to Sandi and they have 3 adult children.

Darren joined King’s in 2014 and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accountancy from the University of South Australia. Darren is also CPA qualified and holds a Master of Business Administration from Deakin University. He is a past Chair of the Board and sits on the board of Baptist Financial Services (2014-present). Prior to joining King’s, he worked in Finance and Management Accounting for Woolworths Ltd. Darren is an active member of the King’s school community both as a parent and school board member (2006-present).

Darren grew up in Kadina before moving to Adelaide for tertiary study. He has three children - who have all attended King’s - and is a committed member of King’s Baptist Church. He is passionate about seeing people reach their potential.

Clare commenced as our Head of Early Years in 2020.

Clare is qualified and experienced in both Early Childhood and Primary Education. She also has post-graduate qualifications in Boy’s Education, a Master’s Degree in Leadership and Management of Education, and a Master’s Degree in Educational Studies specialising in Pedagogy. Until the beginning of 2021, Clare was also teaching part-time for UniSA in both the Bachelor and the Master of Early Childhood degrees. Clare believes that all children are capable and competent protagonists of their learning and that living equals learning.

Her teaching experience in SA includes Head of Palm House (ELC-Year 2) at St. Peter’s College, Head of JS Wellbeing at Trinity College, and teaching at St. Andrew’s School. Clare has also been an advisor in literacy and numeracy at the Association of Independent Schools of SA. As a Melbourne-born but Sydney-bred person, Clare has taught in schools across both metropolitan Sydney and regional New South Wales.

Vicky joined the King’s Community in 1996 - her third year of teaching. In her time here at King's, she has taught students from Reception to Year 9, spending most of her time in Years 4, 6 and 7. She has also been a parent at King’s with her children completing their Reception-Year 12 schooling at the School. Vicky has had many leadership roles throughout her time at King’s across the Junior School and Middle School.

She has been a writer for National Curriculum with CSA (Christian Schools Australia) and created resources used by schools who implement The Rite Journey program. She received the NGS Super Scholarship Award for her exemplary work in education in 2019. She is passionate about fostering a sense of community where God’s love, grace and forgiveness abound. She has a strong desire for all people to live freely in their true identity in Christ.

Adam is one of the earliest Old Scholars of King’s, joining the School part-way through the third year of its development when still at the Tea Tree Gully campus. He completed his schooling at King’s, graduating in 1994. After completing his teaching degree, Adam taught for five years at Hills Christian Community School. He returned to King’s in 2005 as a Year 7 teacher in the newly opened Middle School. Adam was made Head of Middle School in 2015.

Adam loves being in front of the classroom in the thick of things with the students and knows the important work he undertakes in the Middle School is his calling. Adam is a graduate of the University of South Australia and holds a Bachelor of Education.

Lee commenced as Head of Senior School in 2018, having previously served as the Deputy Principal, Student Wellbeing and Administration at Blackfriars Priory School from 2014-2015, and as Curriculum Development Co-ordinator at Loreto College from 2010-2013. Lee has held leadership positions in single gender and co-educational schools, both in metropolitan and country regions of South Australia. Lee has great hope for young people and the potential they have to make a positive difference in our world.

Lee has a Bachelor of Education (Secondary Mathematics/Science) and a Master in Catholic Education from the University of South Australia.

James commenced as Director of Faith & Culture in 2022.

Since graduating from King's in 2008, James has had a wonderful career leading various initiatives that enhance the wellbeing of school communities across South Australia. Predominantly working with public schools in Adelaide's north, James brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in creating community change and engaging the local church with school life. He has a heart to create communities in which children feel safe. James is passionate about integrating the latest in brain and body science into practical and helpful ways for teachers and parents to make school the best experience it can be. James has been certified with Kimochis® USA as a trainer here in Australia, and believes that emotional literacy is the key to building reliant relationships.

Among his many qualifications, James has a Masters of Teaching (Primary) and a Bachelor of Ministry. He has completed theological training at Tabor Adelaide, teaching with UniSA and business leadership through CSU and counts his education as an absolute blessing. James comes to King's from his previous role as General Manager - Education and Wellbeing with Schools Ministry Group and is so excited to be back with the school. James is most fortunate to be married to Sarah and has two wonderful daughters. He adores time on the playground, dressing up, dancing and mountain biking as a family. These are the most important and special parts of James’ life. He can’t express his gratitude enough!

Juliana joined King’s in 2019 and has worked as a Reception Teacher and Pedagogical Coach across Reception to Year 5. Previous to King’s, Juliana has worked in Catholic Education for over 10 years as well as holding various positions of responsibility. She has completed a three year Numeracy Project with Catholic Education along with a Graduate Certificate in Catholic Studies. Along with a Bachelor of Education, Juliana also holds a minor in Italian and a mini certificate of Gifted Education. She has completed a Growth Coaching Accreditation Program. Juliana has a heart for building relationships with all children, their families and the community. Juliana is married to Sam and has three children who have all attended King’s. Juliana loves to be in nature, walks along the beach and spending time with family and friends.