Chris English

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

I am an educator, a leader, and a musician. My primary mission is to improve the lives of young people through creative and practical problem solving in educational settings.

I believe that inspired and passionate teachers and leaders can change the lives of young people, and that high quality access to sequential music learning is pivotal in pre-12 education.

I am passionate, dedicated, and lead with purpose and integrity to unlock the potential of those I work with.

Experience

Gorokan High School
CAPA Teacher
Jan 2026 – Present

Muswellbrook South Public School
Assistant Principal, Curriculum and Instruction
Jan 2025 – Jan 2026

Brewarrina Central School
Assistant Principal, Curriculum and Instruction
April 2024 – Jan 2025

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

Education

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

Awards

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

Muswellbrook Business Awards 2023
Highly Commended – Richard Gill School