Bob Willetts | Principal & 2024 Winner - Australian Government School of The Year
Berry Public School

Bob is always learning as a surfer, teacher, leader and parent. He is the Principal of Berry Public School which was awarded 2023 Best Student Wellbeing Program in Australia, and 2024 Primary School of the Year (Government) at the Australian Education Awards. The Berry team believes their success comes from nurturing the entire school ecosystem and culture to improve student learning outcomes.  Bob has over 25 years experience as a school leader across a variety of contexts, including K-12 schools in rural and remote communities. He currently holds multiple system leadership roles including; Vice-President of the NSW Primary Principals' Association, and Australian Government Primary Principals' Association National Council. Bob passionately advocates for a focus on staff wellbeing and positive school culture as critical determinants of student outcomes. He initiated The Flourish Movement in 2016 which has improved the wellbeing and performance of thousands of school leaders. He is the co-creator of The Flourish Movement Podcast with Dr Adam Fraser, which has become one of the top ranking podcasts in its category in Australia.  Bob is a highly regarded keynote speaker and facilitator of leadership programs. He empowers people to implement high impact behaviour changes that improve their effectiveness and sustainability as leaders.