The Australian Principal Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing Survey 2021

The Australian Principal Occupational Health & Wellbeing Survey involves principals, assistant principals, and deputy principals from every school sector, state, and territory. It is one of the most comprehensive longitudinal data sets of school leader health and wellbeing in the world. Australian school leaders exhibited many strengths during 2021. Extended COVID-19 lockdowns required open and continuous communication from school leaders. Principals increased their accessibility to families. They provided critical support to students, staff, parents, and their communities. 82% of school leaders reported increased parent/carer engagement in 2021 compared to pre-pandemic years. But the report highlights ongoing concerns.