Goulburn High School will today host more than 120 principals and school leaders from across southern NSW as part of the 2026 NSW Schools Roadshow.
The NSW Department of Education’s annual roadshow is travelling across the state, serving as a key platform to engage directly with school leaders and bring the NSW Plan for Public Education to life in every community.
Leaders from Wollongong to Eden, and Campbelltown to Cooma, will come together to share insights from their unique school contexts, ensuring local voices shape the future of public education in NSW.
Secretary of the NSW Department of Education, Murat Dizdar, said the roadshow plays a critical role in strengthening the system by listening to those closest to students.
“It’s inspiring to see so many school leaders coming together with a shared purpose—to improve outcomes for every student,” Mr Dizdar said.
“When we listen to the experiences of principals and leaders on the ground, we build policies that are more responsive, more effective, and more deeply connected to the communities we serve.”
The Department’s Executive team will attend each roadshow stop to engage directly with principals and deepen understanding of local opportunities and challenges.
“This is about genuine partnership. We listen, we learn, and we lead together,” Mr Dizdar said.
Key achievements across NSW public schools will also be highlighted at the event, including strong student growth in NAPLAN and the successful expansion of the Inspire program for high potential and gifted students.
“We are committed to ensuring every student, regardless of their postcode or background, has access to a world-class public education,” Mr Dizdar said.
“Bringing leaders together like this strengthens professional networks and builds a more connected, resilient public education system.”
The 2026 Schools Roadshow will visit 10 locations across NSW, continuing to work closely with school leaders and communities to drive improvement and deliver on the state’s vision for public education.
