Trinity Anglican College

TRINITY ANGLICAN COLLEGE

NEW PRINCIPAL

Trinity Anglican College has welcomed their new Principal, Dr Adrian Johnson. A progressive and creative leader, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from a range of settings that will support the future strategic development of the College. Following an extensive national search, the ASC and the Trinity Anglican College Council were delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Adrian Johnson as Principal. Before joining Trinity Anglican College, Adrian was the Deputy Principal and Head of Secondary School at Radford College, a well-regarded pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 Anglican school in Canberra, ACT. His qualifications include a Doctor of Philosophy and Bachelor of Science (Honours) from the University of New South Wales and a Graduate Diploma in Education from Monash University, Melbourne.

Adrian held the senior leadership position at Radford College for four years. Prior to this appointment, Adrian was Head of Senior School at Somerset College on the Gold Coast, Queensland, for more than eight years. Adrian’s expertise encompasses both academic leadership and pastoral care, having also held positions at schools in the UK as Head of Pastoral Care, Assistant Boarding Headmaster and Director of the highly regarded International Baccalaureate (Diploma Program). He is passionate about progressive and holistic education that enables young people to thrive and excel both academically and personally. As a compassionate leader, Adrian is focussed on the ongoing care of all students from Kindergarten right through to Year 12, ensuring the College maintains its genuine warmth and commitment to ensuring students and their families feel a sense of belonging and that they are known. Adrian is relishing his new role. “I’m excited to join such a warm and welcoming community at Trinity – a wonderful college that has achieved so much in its proud 20-year history.”

“I was very impressed by the College during the selection process and was particularly drawn to its family atmosphere, passionate staff, engaged students and the beautiful natural environment on which the school is situated. I feel privileged to lead Trinity into an exciting next chapter.” Adrian is married to Leanne, an Occupational Therapist, and together they are enjoying exploring the local region and the many wonderful attractions for which the AlburyWodonga area is renowned. Adrian’s official Commissioning as Principal will take place on Friday 25 November.