The Brumby Government will establish a new world-class $10 million institute in North Melbourne to help develop the best principals and the next generation of educational leaders in Victoria.
Education Minister and Member for Melbourne Bronwyn Pike unveiled plans for the Victorian Institute of Educational Leadership (VIEL), which will open in North Melbourne on Queensberry Street in 2010.
“The Brumby Government is taking action on education which remains our number one priority for the state,” Ms Pike said.
“This is why we are investing in the best resources for teachers and students so that ultimately, young Victorians can get the best learning opportunities and the best start in life.
“The VIEL will provide professional development for existing and aspiring principals and school leaders from across Victoria, all from a state-of-the-art learning hub complete with community facilities right here in Melbourne.
“Teachers, regional department staff, educational coaches, teaching support staff and members of the early childhood workforce will also benefit from the high-quality leadership programs offered at the institute.”
International research has found that effective leadership is critical for school improvement and Victoria’s approach to leadership development has been recognised by the OECD and international education leaders as leading-edge.
“The VIEL will build on the Brumby Government’s successes in this area and further develop the leadership programs currently available, to provide a legacy for Victorian schools and children into the future.”
The Queensberry Street site in North Melbourne will be refurbished to retain its significant heritage features and remodelled to incorporate contemporary purpose-built learning and teaching spaces.
Ms Pike also announced that internationally-acclaimed expert on school improvement and Harvard University Professor Richard Elmore had agreed to work closely with the board during the establishment of the institute.
“The board, to be made up of educational specialists including senior academics with expertise in leadership development, will ensure the VIEL remains internationally relevant and draws on the expertise of the research and education communities and businesses,” Ms Pike said.
“The Brumby Government is taking action on education which remains our number one priority for the state,” Ms Pike said.
“This is why we are investing in the best resources for teachers and students so that ultimately, young Victorians can get the best learning opportunities and the best start in life.
“The VIEL will provide professional development for existing and aspiring principals and school leaders from across Victoria, all from a state-of-the-art learning hub complete with community facilities right here in Melbourne.
“Teachers, regional department staff, educational coaches, teaching support staff and members of the early childhood workforce will also benefit from the high-quality leadership programs offered at the institute.”
International research has found that effective leadership is critical for school improvement and Victoria’s approach to leadership development has been recognised by the OECD and international education leaders as leading-edge.
“The VIEL will build on the Brumby Government’s successes in this area and further develop the leadership programs currently available, to provide a legacy for Victorian schools and children into the future.”
The Queensberry Street site in North Melbourne will be refurbished to retain its significant heritage features and remodelled to incorporate contemporary purpose-built learning and teaching spaces.
Ms Pike also announced that internationally-acclaimed expert on school improvement and Harvard University Professor Richard Elmore had agreed to work closely with the board during the establishment of the institute.
“The board, to be made up of educational specialists including senior academics with expertise in leadership development, will ensure the VIEL remains internationally relevant and draws on the expertise of the research and education communities and businesses,” Ms Pike said.