Information for aspiring principals

Kia ora and welcome to the aspiring principals landing page. The resources, news, and discussions in this section focus on helping you to understand what is required from a school’s educational leader.

Principals play a key role in developing and supporting teaching and learning in their schools, and in managing systems, staff, and students. It is a complex and challenging job, yet one that is enjoyable and rewarding.
Good preparation for being a principal is important. If you aspire to principalship, you can use this section to find out more about the role of the principal, to explore the kinds of issues that principals face, and to interact with other aspiring leaders who have similar questions, interests, and experiences.

Educational Leaders is one of the support tools that will deliver information about resources and learning opportunities offered by the Professional Leadership Plan 2009 – 2010. As part of this plan 230 aspiring principals from primary, secondary and area schools are participating in a programme that focuses on hard-to-staff schools and embedding culturally responsive leadership practices.

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