A distinguished and results-driven senior educational leader, he brings extensive international and domestic experience in fostering innovation, strategic development, and sustainable reform across diverse global education settings. He has led multiple P-12 settings as College Principal, a former international Chief Education Officer and Academy Director, and has successfully led large-scale institutions, driving excellence in teaching, learning, and student wellbeing.

Recognized for his outstanding leadership, Dr Thatcher has received at a State level, the Outstanding Leadership Award for Excellence and Innovation and the Excellence in Leadership in Indigenous Education Award, reflecting his commitment to transformative education. A Harvard Graduate School of Education Alumnus (2023), he integrates global best practices into local educational frameworks, ensuring sustained excellence and impact.

Education

• Harvard Graduate School of Education  
  Global Leadership Internship Performance Analytics Analysis and Application
• The University of Western Australia (UWA)
  Master of Educational Management EDUCATION
• Claremont Teachers College
  Graduate Diploma of Education Physical & Health Education
• Monash University  
  Bachelor of Business and Marketing