THOMPSON, Ian Clarke

THOMPSON, Dr Ian Clarke
01 Jun 2026

The Chairman, Council, CEO | Principal and the Haileybury community are saddened to hear of the passing of Dr Ian Clarke Thompson.

Dr Thompson was a Haileybury parent and a member of the College Council from 1976–1997. He acted as Convenor of the Property Committee from 1983–1997 and served as Secretary of Council from 1986–1997.

He played a crucial role in the purchase of the Berwick site and in the earliest development of that campus. In addition, he oversaw a period of dramatic building and expansion at Keysborough, ranging from the construction of Aikman Hall, to the completion of Newlands Preparatory School and the construction of the Bradshaw Chapel.

Dr Thompson played a very significant part in shaping the physical structure of Haileybury as it exists today. In recognition of his outstanding contribution to Haileybury, Dr Thompson was elected a Life Governor of the School.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Dr Thompson’s family.