Government Schools Principals Conference

The 2026 Government Schools Principals Conference is on Thursday 28 and Friday 29 May in Melbourne. The conference will provide evidence-informed professional learning, inspiring presentations, workshops and networking opportunities.

Why attend the Government Schools Principals Conference?

This is an excellent opportunity for Victorian government school principals and assistant principals to:

• hear from renowned thought leaders in education
• discover new ways of thinking about leadership excellence
• learn and reflect from one another.

2026 conference program

Work on the 2026 Government Schools Principals Conference program is due to commence very soon. If you would like to enquire about presenting a keynote address or workshop, please contact principal.conference@education.vic.gov.au

2026 Education Hub Networking Space

Expressions of interest to hold a stall in the Education Hub Networking Space at the 2026 conference will open later this year. Please note that we are unable to accept expressions of interest from commercial vendors; stall holders must be from a not-for-profit organisation, a government department or a partner of a government department. If you would like to confirm your eligibility or register to receive the invitation to express your interest, please contact principal.conference@education.vic.gov.au

Resources

• 2025 Government Schools Principals Conference resources to learn about the 2025 program, including speakers, resources and recordings.