About
About Dr. Linda Llewellyn
Certificate of Counselling
Diploma of Teaching (Art)
Bachelor of Education
Master of Education
PhD
Dr. Linda Llewellyn is an experienced educator, consultant, and advocate dedicated to transforming the way schools understand and respond to student behaviour and engagement—especially for students from diverse and Indigenous backgrounds.
We are here to increase your understanding of student behaviour to enable effective student support.
With over 25 years in the classroom as a Secondary Art and English teacher, Linda brings both deep practical knowledge and academic expertise to her work. Her career has included leadership roles such as Acting Head of Department in Art and Student Wellbeing, and Assistant Principal at Shalom Christian College, where she focused on Indigenous education. She has also served as a lecturer and tutor in pre-service teacher education across subjects including Educational Psychology, Primary Arts, and Inclusive Education.
Linda holds a Diploma of Teaching (Art), a Bachelor of Education, a Master of Education, and a PhD, and has contributed to key research and advisory groups including the Kids Matter/Mind Matters Reference Group and the YANQ project on youth disengagement. She has worked across Queensland—including with three Indigenous schools—providing expert consultation in Whole School Behaviour processes and Functional Behaviour Assessment.
Currently, Linda is designing training for TASSAIS: Teacher Attitudes and Strategies to Support Australian Indigenous Students, an evidence-based program aimed at equipping teachers with practical, inclusive strategies that make a real difference in the classroom.
Linda's passion is working alongside educators to create safe, respectful, and supportive learning environments for all students.
Expertise
Linda, the founder of Llewellyn Consultancy, holds a Certificate of Counselling, with extensive experience in providing assistance with student behaviour. Her expertise includes systemic policy, whole school approaches, classroom behaviour, and individual student behaviour, promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Consulting
Linda is a practising consultant with a passion for supporting student well-being and fostering a positive school environment. Her therapeutic approach is tailored to address the unique needs of students, promoting resilience, emotional well-being, and positive behaviour.
Professional Development
Through continuous professional development, Linda stays updated with the latest techniques and evidence-based practices in student behaviour support. Her expertise includes trauma- informed care, functional behaviour assessments and social-emotional learning programs.
Affiliations
Linda is an active member of leading educational and behaviour support associations, enabling her to stay connected with the latest advancements and best practices in student behaviour support and mental health care.
Approach
At Llewellyn Consultancy, our holistic approach integrates various strategies and interventions to address the diverse needs of students and promote a positive school environment. By considering the social, emotional, and academic aspects, we aim to foster comprehensive support and growth for students.
Achievements
Linda's work at Llewellyn Consultancy has been recognised for its positive impact on student well-being and the broader school community. She takes pride in the transformative journeys of students and the positive outcomes achieved through her support.
Selected Publications by
Dr. Linda Llewellyn
Books and Chapters
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Llewellyn, L. (2025). Towards Culturally Appropriate Behaviour Support. Teacher attitudes & strategies to support Australian Indigenous students. Amba Press
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
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Llewellyn, L., Boon, H., & Lewthwaite, B. (2018). Effective Behaviour Management Strategies for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students: A Literature Review. Australian Journal of Teacher Education, 43.
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Lewthwaite, B.E., Osborne, B., Lloyd, N., Boon, H., Llewellyn, L., Webber, T., et al. (2015). Seeking a Pedagogy of Difference: What Aboriginal Students and Their Parents in North Queensland Say About Teaching and Their Learning. Australian Journal of Teacher Education, 40(5), 8.
Research Reports & Reviews
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Lewthwaite, B., Osborne, B., Lloyd, N., Boon, H., Llewellyn, L., Webber, T., et al. Stronger Smarter Institute Research & Impact Footprinting Reading Review.
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Llewellyn, L. (2008). Student Behaviour: Theory and Practice for Teachers. Australian Educational Researcher, 35(3), 158–159. Amba Press
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Mills, M., McGregor, G., & Llewellyn, L. (2010). Re-engaging Students in Education: Success Factors in Alternative Schools. Youth Affairs Network of Queensland (YANQ).
Doctoral Thesis
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Llewellyn, L. (2022). Exploring Behaviour Support for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students: A Mixed Methods Study. PhD Thesis, James Cook University, Townsville.
Conference Presentations & Proceedings
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Llewellyn, L., Lewthwaite, B., & Boon, H. (2016). Culturally Responsive Classroom Management Strategies: What Australian Indigenous Students and Parents Have to Say. AERA Conference.
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Llewellyn, L., & Boon, H.J. (2015). Culturally Appropriate Behaviour Support for Australian Indigenous Students: What Does the Literature Show? Australian Association for Research in Education (AARE) Conference.
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Llewellyn, L., Lewthwaite, B., & Boon, H.J. (2017). Exploring Behaviour Support for Australian Indigenous Students: Beliefs and Strategies Recommended by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students, Families and Staff. Australian Association for Research in Education (AARE) Conference, Canberra.
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Llewellyn, L. (2017). Responding to the Needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students: Culturally Appropriate Behaviour Support. Trauma Aware Schooling Conference, Brisbane, 15–16 October.
Statements of Support
From Principals and School Staff
Linda’s support for School Wide Positive Behaviour support has been exceptional.
My first introduction to her skills in behaviour teaching was as a consultant.
Linda helped our staff problem-solve and respond positively to particular
behaviour issues. Then at a whole school level, Linda mentored staff and
leadership to develop and promote a whole school approach to behaviour learning.
The approach paid off and soon a common language and approach was being taken
school- wide. Across our community of Catholic Schools in the Brisbane
Archdiocese Linda’s expertise is highly valued. She pioneered the system-wide
approach to behaviour learning and support which aligns so well with the values
and ethos of Catholic Schooling.
Linda understands the “big picture” and is able to mentor school leaders and teachers to apply this vision practically to the
reality of school life.
Sincerely
Paul Drewniak
PRINCIPAL
Holy Cross School
40 Morris St
WOOLOOWIN
From FBA Training Participants
The PD was engaging and I loved the opportunities for discussions as it provoked thoughts and questions as we went!
I'm looking forward to working with the program more (2024 participant).
Wonderful course. I really look forward to implementing this into our school (2024 participant).
A great program and is highly valued at [our primary campus] (2024 participant) .
I feel confident to implement and educate. this work (I believe) will help support both students and staff and be very effective (2024 participant).
I loved this training so much! I loved the handouts and the example ones were so great to learn how the process looks.
Keep the examples
Keep allowing staff to share
Collaboration was so great (2024 participant).