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 Scott O'Hara, Principal at Jerrabomberra High School; Trudy Pearce, Deputy Secretary, Schools and Early Years TAS; Simon Vaughan, former ASPA Director; Kirsten Ferdinands, ASPA Director and QSPA President; Melissa Gillett, ASPA Director and WASSEA President; Belinda Hudak, ASPA Director and VASSP President; Denise Lofts, Former ASPA Director; Mat Grining, ASPA Director and TPA President, speaking on the role principals can play in shaping school policy and reform.
Explore ASPA
Discover our programs, initiatives, events and media, and learn how ASPA is advancing public secondary education and supporting school leaders across Australia.
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Next-Generation Learning
for Public High Schools
The Next-Generation Learning project is an evidence-based two-year national initiative designed to broaden definitions of learning success, boost engagement for all students, and foster modern learning partnerships. The project is sponsored by The Australian Learning Lecture, The University of Melbourne, and the Australian Secondary Principals’ Association.
Entrepreneurial Schools
Creating a Culture of Agency and Innovation
The Entrepreneurial Schools project is a two-year national initiative designed to accelerate student agency and contemporary learning models. The project is delivered by Young Change Agents in partnership with the Australian Secondary Principals' Association (ASPA).
