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Now you are a principal

Welcome to the “Now you are a principal program,” a meticulously designed course tailored for early career and established school principals seeking to refine and enhance their principalship skills.
At the heart of this program are four comprehensive 2-hour webinars, thoughtfully spread over six months, each delving into the critical facets of principal leadership.

These webinars are supplemented with a variety of supporting and sustaining activities crafted to reinforce and extend the learning beyond the virtual sessions.

Presented by a veteran school principal and a luminary in educational leadership, this program promises to be a transformative experience, empowering principals with the insights, strategies, and tools essential for effective and impactful principalship in the dynamic landscape of modern education.

Course Content

Four comprehensive 2-hour webinars
Distributed over six months from February to June
In-depth exploration of principal leadership dimensions

Webinar Topics

  1. Mastering Principalship in the Independent School Context
  2. Navigating the Unique Role of an Independent School Principal
  3. Prioritising Strategic Operational Areas in Principalship
  4. Advanced Leadership Skills for Principals including Self Leadership

Beyond the webinars – additional offerings and support

Advanced Coaching Sessions: One-on-one sessions post any webinar for personalised guidance.

Recorded Webinar Access: Recorded versions of the webinars for participants to revisit the content at their convenience. This is especially valuable for those with scheduling constraints or who want to review specific segments.

Q&A Sessions: Brief, regular Q&A sessions where participants can ask follow-up questions or clarify doubts about webinar content.

Recommended Reading Lists: Additionally, participants will have access to a rich resource library filled with carefully selected articles and books.

Self-Assessment Tools: To further support personal and professional growth, I provide self-assessment tools designed to help participants identify their strengths and areas for development. These tools are invaluable for fostering self-awareness and directing focus towards areas that will most benefit from growth and enhancement.

Email Support: Email support where participants can send in their queries and receive prompt responses.
Certificate of Completion: Receive a Certificate of Advanced Leadership upon completion.

Webinar Schedule

Four webinars in semester 1, two each term. Particulars released in November 2024.

Course fee

Will be made available to interested participants in November.

Embark on a transformative journey with Dr Paul Teys, a luminary in the educational leadership landscape whose tenure as a principal and senior leader spans an extraordinary 40 years. Anchoring his consultancy in the robust terrain of practical experience, Dr Teys stands apart as a guide who has not just theorised but has walked the walk in leading independent schools across Australia.


At the helm of school principal leadership for over two decades, Dr Teys has not merely observed the evolution of educational administration — he has been a pivotal force in shaping it. His hands-on approach to leadership and a profound understanding of the nuances of running large, P-12, autonomous, independent schools position him as an unparalleled resource in the leadership consulting sphere.

Contact Dr Paul Teys

Ph: 0418 610 402

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