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Paul Kidson is an Associate Professor in Educational Leadership at Australian Catholic University. He has extensive experience in educational leadership, having served as a Principal at St Paul's Grammar School (2010-2015) and Headmaster at Shoalhaven Anglican School (2005-2009), as well as a Lecturer at the University of Wollongong (2017-2021).
Dr. Kidson holds a PhD from the University of Sydney (2019), a Master of Education (Honors 1) from the University of New England (1999), a Diploma of Education from the University of Wollongong (1991), and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wollongong (1990).
His research focuses on educational administration, management, and leadership, with particular interest in principal wellbeing, school reform, and education policy. Dr. Kidson has conducted significant research on the challenges faced by school principals, including high workloads, stress, and abuse from parents and students. His work has shown that over 50% of Australian school leaders are considering leaving their positions due to these pressures.
His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on critical issues in Australian education, including school funding models, principal wellbeing, student behavior management, and community use of school facilities. His research often examines the intersection of policy implementation and frontline educational leadership challenges.
- Australian Institute of Company Directors (Graduate)
- Australian Association for Research in Education (Member)
- Institute for Managers and Leaders (Fellow)
Dr. Kidson is actively engaged in media commentary on education policy and has collaborated with distinguished colleagues such as Professor Herb Marsh and Professor Theresa Dicke on research related to school leadership wellbeing. He maintains regular contact with education policymakers and practitioners through speaking engagements and consulting work.
