Head teachers and principals Salary in East of England
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Median
£56,270
Mean
£68,161
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| Median | £56,270 |
| Mean | £68,161 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Take-home pay estimate
£
MonthlyAnnual
Gross salary
£4,689£56,270
−Income tax
£828£9,940
−National Insurance
£261£3,136
=Take-home pay
£3,600£43,194
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
Pay by gender
Median annual pay
All employees
£56,270
Female
£52,214
Mean annual pay
All employees
£68,161
Female
£59,790
| All employees | Female | |
|---|---|---|
| Median | £56,270 | £52,214 |
| Mean | £68,161 | £59,790 |
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