Victorian Principals Association

Victorian Principals Association Professional support, advocacy and learning opportunities for Government primary school principals, a Connected, United and Empowered.

The VPA aims to provide state-wide educational leaders with opportunities to network, keep current with recent news and information that affect the education sector, gain professional learning and be represented at state, federal and international levels. The VPA recognises and actively supports the opportunities and challenges faced by educational leaders in their complex roles of school leadersh

ip, by ensuring they are connected, united and powerful. The VPA values collegiality, integrity, learning, commitment and representation of school leaders. The three key pillars of the Association are:
• Professional services and support
• Professional advocacy
• Professional learning

A look back at some of the moments captured at the VPA 2026 Conference.Across two and a half days, our delegates came to...
08/09/2026

A look back at some of the moments captured at the VPA 2026 Conference.

Across two and a half days, our delegates came together for professional learning and opportunities to connect with colleagues from across Victoria. These photographs capture just some of the people and moments that shaped the conference.

While the 2026 Conference has now come to a close, we are already looking ahead to next year.
📅 VPA 2027 Conference
19–20 August 2027
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

Save the date. We look forward to welcoming you in Melbourne in 2027.

A special thank you to VPA Business Partners Education Web Solutions and MSP Photography Pty Ltd for capturing the conference throughout the event.

View the VPA Conference online gallery: https://eduweb.solutions/vpa2026/

Last chance to register for VPA Conference 2026!Registration closes this Thursday, 20 August.Join more than 430 educatio...
17/08/2026

Last chance to register for VPA Conference 2026!

Registration closes this Thursday, 20 August.

Join more than 430 educational leaders for 2.5 days of professional learning, connection and inspiration at VPA Conference 2026, held at Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention & Event Centre from 26–28 August.

With an outstanding program of keynote speakers, thought-provoking sessions and opportunities to connect with colleagues from across Victoria, there’s still time to be part of it.

Don’t miss out — register before registrations close this Thursday: vpaconference.com.au/registration

What an amazing Principals' Day!Thank you to everyone who celebrated the incredible principals in their school communiti...
10/08/2026

What an amazing Principals' Day!

Thank you to everyone who celebrated the incredible principals in their school communities.

We loved seeing your photos and stories.

📅 Pop Friday 6 August 2027 in your calendar; we'll be celebrating all over again next year!

Happy Principals' Day!Today we celebrate every principal across Victoria. Thank you for your leadership, your care and e...
06/08/2026

Happy Principals' Day!

Today we celebrate every principal across Victoria. Thank you for your leadership, your care and everything you do for your school community.

Have a wonderful Principals' Day!

📸 Share your celebrations with us using .

💡 Need ideas for Principals' Day?Here are a few ways your school could celebrate:☕ Morning tea💌 Thank-you cards🎨 Student...
04/08/2026

💡 Need ideas for Principals' Day?

Here are a few ways your school could celebrate:
☕ Morning tea
💌 Thank-you cards
🎨 Student artwork
🎥 Video messages
🌼 Flowers
👏 A special assembly

How will you celebrate? Tell us below, or better yet, share your photos on Principals Day using !

Principals' Day is almost here. Have you organised your celebration?Whether it's a simple morning tea, a handwritten car...
31/07/2026

Principals' Day is almost here. Have you organised your celebration?

Whether it's a simple morning tea, a handwritten card or a whole-school celebration, every gesture helps recognise the dedication and leadership of school principals.
Don't forget to download our free Principals Day resources if you haven't already.

https://www.vpa.org.au/Web/Contents/News/Celebrate-Principals-Day-2026.aspx

We'll be celebrating across Victoria on Friday 7 August.

Mark your calendars! On Friday 7 August, schools across Victoria will come together to celebrate Principals' Day 2026.Pr...
17/07/2026

Mark your calendars! On Friday 7 August, schools across Victoria will come together to celebrate Principals' Day 2026.

Principals make an extraordinary contribution to their school communities every day, leading with purpose, supporting students and staff, navigating complex challenges, and helping every school thrive.

Whether it's a morning tea, a handwritten card, a staff celebration or a simple thank you, Principals Day is an opportunity to recognise the impact of school leaders across our state.

📌 Save the date and start planning how your school will celebrate.

Last Friday, our VPA Alumni and Friends community came together for a memorable day of connection, reflection and shared...
04/05/2026

Last Friday, our VPA Alumni and Friends community came together for a memorable day of connection, reflection and shared stories.

From a scenic ferry journey across Port Phillip Bay to a relaxed lunch in Portarlington, the event provided a valuable opportunity to reconnect, reminisce and strengthen the lifelong relationships that continue to shape our profession.

Our alumni remain an integral part of the VPA community, and it was wonderful to see such strong engagement and genuine connection throughout the day.

The Victorian Principals Association 2026 Board & State Council Planning Days brought together our Board and State Counc...
02/03/2026

The Victorian Principals Association 2026 Board & State Council Planning Days brought together our Board and State Council members for two focused days of strategy, governance and sector leadership.

Across the program, we set a clear direction for 2026, strengthened our advocacy priorities and deepened our collective impact on behalf of Victorian primary principals.

Highlights included:
• President Andrew Dalgleish is opening the Planning Days and leading strategic governance and advocacy discussions.
• A powerful relationship-building activity led by Board Member Matt Borg.
• Dr David Howes outlining departmental priorities and reform directions for 2026.
• An in-depth Schools Finance Policy session with Liam Fitzgerald and colleagues.
• Marcia Devlin presenting on the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Learning’s leadership programs.
• AI policy discussions and a practical primary schools workshop led by Anam Javed, with insights from Daniel Watson.
• A PROTECT update from Claire Tobin and forward-focused advocacy discussions ahead of the 2026 State Election.

We also thank our valued Business Partners for their ongoing support and contributions across the two days.

Thank you to our Board and State Council members for your insight, commitment and leadership.

Together, we remain connected, united and empowered as we shape a strong year ahead for primary education in Victoria.

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2/13-21 Vale Street
North Melbourne, VIC
3051

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+61383794000

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