Simon Clarke

Simon Clarke is a Professor at the Graduate School of Education, University of Western Australia, with adjunct roles including Senior Honorary Research Fellow. He holds fellowships from the Australian College of Educators and Australian Council of Educational Leaders. His qualifications include an Ed.D. from UWA, M.A. in Political Education from the University of London, and B.A. (Hons) from the University of Reading.

Clarke’s research focuses on educational leadership, school improvement, and organizational dynamics in education. He leads international projects like the Carpe Vitam Leadership for Learning initiative and the International Study of Principals’ Preparation (ISPP). His work emphasizes contextual influences on school leadership, particularly in post-conflict regions like Rwanda and Cambodia.

Recent publications highlight leadership in health professions education, leveraging Pacific cultural perspectives, and crisis management in schools. He has authored over 127 research outputs, including books and peer-reviewed articles. Clarke has secured grants totaling over $300,000 for projects on small school leadership, curriculum improvement, and principal preparation efficacy.

Award highlights include the 2023 Emerald Literati Outstanding Reviewer Award and multiple UWA Student Guild’s Choice Awards. His teaching spans doctoral programs and leadership courses, emphasizing qualitative inquiry and professional development.

Clarke has advised on national strategies for small/remote schools, collaborated with global institutions, and served on editorial boards for journals like Leading & Managing and Professional Development in Education.