The Academy

Professional learning at the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership 

The Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership delivers world-class professional learning and resources that strengthen teaching and leadership, improve student outcomes and elevate the profession.

Explore the highlights below or visit the Academy website for further professional learning opportunities.

The Knowledge Gap – Natalie Wexler

Commences 11 November 2025

This one-time seminar gives school and system leaders the opportunity to hear author, and internationally renowned education leader, Natalie Wexler discuss evidence-informed literacy practices and educational inequity across the globe.

For more information and to apply visit The Knowledge Gap – Natalie Wexler webpage.

Academy Facilitator Program

Commences 24 November 2025

Extend yourself as a leader of professional learning, and equip yourself with the knowledge, confidence and skills to facilitate across a range of different settings including your school and network.

For more information and to apply visit the Academy Facilitator Program webpage.

Unlocking Potential: Principal Preparation 

Commences 2 and 4 February 2026

Deepen your understanding of the complex role of principal by increasing your professional knowledge, capabilities and dispositions to influence student learning outcomes, collective efficacy and schoolwide improvement.

For more information and to apply visit the Unlocking Potential: Principal Preparation webpage.

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Plan your 2026 professional learning by viewing or downloading our 2026 program calendar.