

We are dedicated to lifelong learning.
We exist to provide transformative learning experiences, by connecting educators with knowledge and innovative ideas to positively impact all learners now, and into the future. We believe that education unlocks potential, creates opportunities, and drives positive change in individuals, communities, and our society.

Schools
Our mission is to connect school leaders and educators with expert insights, evidence-based and practical strategies to improve teaching, learning and wellbeing outcomes.

Universities and Higher Education
We empower educational leaders and institutions by creating dynamic events that converge innovative ideas, practical strategies, and current policy updates and changes, to build stronger educational systems and experiences for the future.
Thought leaders. Trailblazers.
Expert facilitators.
Our speakers are experts in their field.
Prof Tom Bennett
Director & Founder
ResearchED & Behaviour Advisor to the United Kingdom Department for Education
Dr Russ Fox
Lecturer, School of Educational Psychology & Counselling, Faculty of Education
Monash University
Dr Tim McDonald
Chief Executive Officer
YMCA WA & subject matter expert, The Engaged Classroom Initiative, Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO)
Dr Erin Leif
Senior Lecturer in the School of Educational Psychology & Counselling, Faculty of Education
Monash University
Professor David Turner
Director of Professional Learning
Queensland Association of State School Principals
Dr Don Carter
Deputy Head of School (Acting), School of International Studies & Education, Head Initial Teacher Education Discipline
University of Technology Sydney
Professor Simone White
Professor & Dean of Education, President
RMIT University, Australian Council of Deans of Education (ACDE)
Professor John Fischetti
Pro Vice-Chancellor of the College of Human and Social Features
University of Newcastle
Professor Donna Pendergast
Engagement and Director of Engagement, Arts, Education & Law Group
Griffith University
Tiffany Roos
Director of the Evidence Institute
Association of Independent Schools of NSW (AISNSW)
Professor Michele Simons
Dean and Head of the School of Education, President
Western Sydney University, Australian Council of Deans of Education (ACDE)
Steve Grant & Bruce Fuda
Paul Kidson
Australian Council for Educational Leaders (ACEL) & Senior Lecturer - Educational Leadership
Australian Catholic University
Kane Bradford
Head - Professional Practice, Innovation and Partnerships
Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School
Ella Camporeale
Curriculum Leader for Art, Design and Digital Technologies
Westminster College
Jason Lodge
Deputy Associate Dean (Academic) & Associate Professor of Educational Psychology
University of Queensland
Leslie Loble AM
Industry Professor, University of Technology Sydney & Expert Panel Member
Royal Commission into Early Childhood Education & Care
Michael Sankey
Professor & Director, Learning Futures and Lead Education Architect, Charles Darwin University & President
Australasian Council on Open, Distance and e-Learning (ACODE)
Key industry partners and endorsers
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Experience our events
What our delegates say
Excellent experience, providing the opportunity for us to network and improve the knowledge and resources that equip me as an educator to be more effective in my role.”
Lisa Slender
Director of Student Services
Sheldon College
This was a well organised, informative and engaging conference. The information presented was highly relevant and useful to take back to the school setting.”
Michelle Lark
Learning and Support
Caddies Creek Public School
Good practical information and learning from others’ experience.”
Lourdes Mejia
Principal
Montgrove College
It is amazing how the program uses not just experts, but expert teachers on the field.”
Yussuf Ferkh
Head Teacher Wellbeing
Punchbowl Boys High School
Andrea Garner, Leader of Teaching & Learning
NOVO Education Space
October, 2021
The most powerful way to plan preparing for my own work settings.The balance of expert key notes, workshops and teacher presentations was perfect!”
Shannon Carnovale, Principal
Melrose High School
May, 2022
It is always a privilege to attend a Hatchery event. They are timely, inspiring, well-presented and deliver practical solutions to our profession.”
Beryl Chisholm, Leader of Teaching & Learning
De La Salle College Revesby Heights
May, 2022
The workshop was instrumental in providing me with the tools to analyse my skill set, and demonstrate how I can better manage and communicate with colleagues and teammates.
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
Mastering Difficult Conversations Workshop, May 2023
An exceptionally well run program with a wide range of outstanding presenters. Extremely thought-provoking.
Aaron Palmer
Timbarra P9 College
Attended Student Wellbeing & Mental Health
An engaging, inspiring conference that has given me many takeaways to embed in my own teaching practice and share with school leadership.
Laura Roadknight
Woodcroft College
Attended Differentiation Strategies for Secondary Schools 2022
The Hatchery provides outstanding resources and collaborative opportunities via an easy-to-access online platform. Highly recommended.
William Stewart
Citipointe Christian College
Attended Differentiation Strategies for Secondary Schools 2022
An excellent conference. Well run and expertly chaired, and included a line-up of speakers with contemporary ideas. Very thought provoking.
Ruth Evans
Cabra Dominican College
Attended Differentiation Strategies for Secondary Schools 2022
An excellent experience, offering a valuable opportunity to network and enhance my knowledge and resources as an educator to be more effective in my role.
Bree Taylor
Department of Education NSW
Attended Student Wellbeing & Mental Health 2022