Principals sought for Armstrong Creek schools

A PAIR of new primary schools slated for the Armstrong Creek growth area are on the hunt for teachers to lead them when they open in 2026.

Education Minister Ben Carroll last week encouraged existing and aspiring principals to apply for positions at the forthcoming Horseshoe Bend Primary School and Warralily Park Primary School.

Both schools are presently known by their interim names and are expected to open during Term 1, 2026.

Mr Carroll said the schools presented an exciting opportunity for current and aspiring principals.

“There’s never been a better time to take on the unique and critical role of principal at a Victorian government school, inspiring and supporting students while shaping the future of our state day in, day out.”

The role will begin next year during Team 2, allowing the successful applicants nine months to prepare for the 2026 school year, including recruiting teachers and staff, creating an identity for the school through its brand and uniform, and developing the school’s vision, values, curriculum and organisational structures.

Applications can be submitted via the Department of Education’s online recruitment portal until midnight this Sunday, November 10.

Construction on Horseshoe Bend Primary School – which is to be built at 10 Amber Avenue, Charlemont – began in August this year.

The school will have places for up to 525 students and feature a variety of learning spaces, a state-of-the-art administration and library building, outdoor hard courts and a sporting field, along with a community hub with an indoor multi-use court, canteen and arts or music spaces.

Warralily Park Primary School is still in the design phase of its construction.

It will have places for up to 650 students and be built at 170 Coastside Drive, Armstrong Creek.

The Victorian government will consult with the community on the schools’ final names.