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The Leading Voice for Secondary Education in Australia
What we do:
The Principals' Voice
Welcome to the Australian Secondary Principals’ Association (ASPA)
ASPA is the national voice and professional body representing the interests of government secondary school leaders across Australia. We are committed to advocating for excellence, equity, and innovation in public education, while supporting school leaders to create impactful learning environments for every student.
Through collaboration, research, and national advocacy, we work to shape educational policy and practice to reflect the realities and aspirations of secondary school communities. Our work is grounded in the belief that strong, well-supported leadership is essential to delivering high-quality public education for all.
Whether you are a school leader, educator, policymaker, or partner in education, we invite you to explore our work, connect with our initiatives, and contribute to the national conversation on education.
Listen to Julie Ross, Principal at Sydney Secondary College; Vern Hilditch, Executive Principal at Wodonga Senior Secondary College; and Rachel Byrne, Principal at Hunter Sports High School, speaking on the leadership role principals can play in National Education Policy
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ASPA Releases 2025 Policy Briefing
ASPA is proud to announce the release of its 2025 Policy Briefing, developed over the past 12 months through the 2024 ASPA Education Summit and extensive consultation with principals across Australia. This comprehensive briefing outlines ASPA’s key positions and strategies for transformative education reform, with a focus on ensuring flourishing students, healthy and effective school leadership, and positioning Australia as a global leader in education.
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The briefing is designed for politicians, policymakers, think tanks, academics, and the wider community. It provides practical, evidence-based recommendations to address critical challenges such as equitable school funding, principal wellbeing, teacher shortages, and inclusive education.
ASPA hopes this briefing will spark meaningful action and collaboration to create a stronger, fairer education system that meets the needs of every Australian student.
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Latest Updates from ASPA
I loved being a principal, but Australia has grown complacent about the growing violence directed at educators
Andy Mison
ASPA President Andy Marks spotlights a critical issue affecting schools nationwide — the rising violence against educators. Read his featured pick on The Guardian and see why ASPA is calling for urgent national action.
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