EduResearch Matters April 24, 2025 By Mary Ann Hunter, Geoff Broughton and Michael Anderson
Australia’s education system is facing a significant crisis, with school principals experiencing unprecedented levels of stress and adversity.
A recent report by the Australian Catholic University by Paul Kidson and colleagues is alarming. It shows physical violence against school leaders has surged by over 80 per cent since 2011. Threats of violence are at an all-time high. The mental health of our principals is deteriorating, with severe anxiety and depression rates significantly higher than those in the general population. Over half of the surveyed principals are contemplating leaving their positions, a potential exodus that will destabilise our schools.
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