Chris English

“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire”
William Butler Yeats.

I am passionate about Music, Education and Leadership and aspire to influence the lives and learning outcomes of young people.

Experience

Muswellbrook South Public School
Assistant Principal, Curriculum and Instruction
Jan 2025 – Current

Brewarrina Central School
Assistant Principal, Curriculum and Instruction
April 2024 – Current

Richard Gill School
Foundation Principal
Jan 2020 – April 2024

Norfolk Island Central School
Head Teacher Wellbeing and Engagement
Jan 2019 – Jan 2020

Kurri Kurri High School
Head Teacher Engagement
Jan 2018 – Dec 2018

Various Bands and Solo Projects
Professional Musician
Jan 2003 – Present

The Music Bus
Franchisee / Business Owner
May 2015 – Jul 2019

University of Newcastle
Master of Leadership and Management in Education – 2020

University of New England
Graduate Diploma of Education – 2008

University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Music – 2007

National Institute of Dramatic Art
Certificate III in Live Production and Services – 2014

TAFE Institute NSW
Certificate IV Training and Assessment– 2013

Kotara High School
High School Certificate – 2004

Muswellbrook Australia Day Awards 2024
Open Award Recipient – Chris English for community contributions

Muswellbrook Business Awards 2023
Highly Commended – Richard Gill School