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Digging in to bush food learning
15 September 2025
Kambalda West District High School’s Year 3 students rolled up their sleeves and got their hands dirty during a special visit to the Museum of the Goldfields Aboriginal Bush Food and Medicine Garden.
2026 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour ambassadors announced
11 November 2025
The ten ambassadors who will represent Western Australian schools for the 2026 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour have been announced.
A celebration of kids helping kids
13 October 2025
More than $100,000 was raised by Western Australian kids, for West Australian kids during the 2025 Premier’s Telethon Challenge.
Bike rides benefit Butler students
16 October 2025
Friday bike rides are the highlight of the week at Butler College as education support students and staff embrace the Cycling Without Age program.
Robots at the ready
21 October 2025
Students from two public high schools have excelled when they put their robotic skills to the test in the annual WA Robotics Playoffs (WARP), claiming first and second place.
Young voices to hit the right note
24 September 2025
The combined voices of almost 4,500 students from 96 public primary schools will fill the Perth High Performance Centre for the Massed Choir Festival for seven nights between 18 to 26 September.
Puppeteers at work
01 October 2025
Doubleview Primary School students let their imaginations run wild when making their very own no-sew puppets using nothing more than recycled materials.
Help crown top science gong’s People’s Choice Award winner
03 November 2025
Four public school staff have been acknowledged at this year’s Premier’s Science Awards.
Harrisdale Handlebars get moving for Movember
24 November 2025
Midnight cheese toasties and country music singalongs in the early morning hours will spur on a team of Harrisdale Primary School staff members as they tackle an endurance challenge in support of men’s health.
Talented artist recognised in the 2025 Shaun Tan Award
08 December 2025
Western Australia’s next generation of artists have been celebrated at the 2025 Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists.
Joondalup Education Support Centre recognised for sustainability leadership
12 December 2025
Joondalup Education Support Centre has claimed the schools category in the 2025 WasteSorted Awards, which recognises outstanding commitment to sustainability and environmental education.
Shenton shines
22 December 2025
The first cohort of Shenton College students to participate in a life-changing program for their entire secondary schooling have graduated.
Public school students win top education award
22 December 2025
An aspiring engineer and a future electrotechnology electrician, both public school graduates, have been awarded WA’s highest education honour.
Kimberley Round-Up caps off a memorable year
15 December 2025
Almost 200 Year 6 students from across the Kimberley marked the end of primary school by attending the remarkable 2025 Kimberley Round-Up, at Ardyaloon, or One Arm Point.
Student voice powers award win for Broome Residential College
19 December 2025
Broome Residential College’s ‘My place, my future’ campaign won the Commissioner for Children and Young People Award for Best Practice in Children’s Consultation at the Public Administration Australia WA’s (IPAA WA) Achievement Awards.
Double honour for Gosnells Primary School’s education assistants
15 September 2025
Gosnells Primary School’s education assistants have been recognised on the national stage in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
State-of-the-art upgrade for Duncraig Senior High School
11 February 2026
Students at Duncraig Senior High School are now enjoying their new science and English blocks.
From science lab to Women of Achievement finalist
19 February 2026
Championing curiosity, confidence and opportunity in STEM, Laboratory Technician Jane Alexander from Joseph Banks Secondary College has been recognised with a nomination for the Department’s 2026 Women of Achievement Award.
Winner paves way for inclusion
04 March 2026
Patricia Levitzke-Gray, from Shenton College Deaf Education Centre, has won the 2026 Director General’s Women of Achievement Award.
A new chapter begins
24 March 2026
Young readers are being called on to again turn the pages for the Premier’s Reading Challenge, which kicks off for 2026 today.
A journey of remembrance
16 March 2026
For John Curtin College of the Arts Year 11 student Amy Newton-Norris, the 2026 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour will be an opportunity to connect with Australia’s wartime history and honour her family’s legacy of service.
John Tonkin College students flex mussels
30 March 2026
The mussels of Mandurah are acting as the ‘canaries in the coal mine’ for local waterways through an innovative project involving John Tonkin College students.
Bell rings to start work on inner-city primary school
14 April 2026
Work has started on a new inner-city primary school in East Perth after recent development approval of the plans by Development WA.
Future first aiders at Yandeyarra
01 April 2026
Eight students from Yandeyarra Remote Community School have taken their knowledge of safety to another level after completing their First Aid Certificate.
From Busselton to beyond
22 April 2026
A quantum physicist and Busselton Senior High School alumnus is packing his bags for a leading international university after winning one of Australia’s most prestigious scholarships.
Therapy dogs lend a paw
23 April 2026
Woodvale Secondary College’s therapy dog program continues to provide joy and support to students and staff 10 years after its launch.
Celebrating our volunteers
18 May 2023
Volunteers like Val Tilbrook and Jacqui Archdale embody the spirit of our school communities.
Big hits and big milestones
05 May 2026
Treeby Primary School Year 5 student, Nate, is knocking it out of the park, literally, on the tee-ball diamond.
Boomwhackers kick-start Telethon Challenge
01 May 2026
Students at Mindarie Primary School are geared up to better the almost $20,000 they raised for last year’s Premier’s Telethon Challenge.
Cleared for take-off
14 May 2026
Melville Senior High School Student, Brayden Rochford, has always dreamed of becoming an airline pilot. Now, with the Minister’s Aviation Scholarship in hand, he is one step closer to achieving that goal.
Talented artists take out national awards
18 May 2026
Several WA public school students have featured on the winners' list at the prestigious 2026 Lester Prize Youth Awards.
Dedicated volunteers making a difference
22 May 2026
As part of National Volunteer Week (18 to 24 May), P&C Day (22 May) is an opportunity to recognise the incredible contributions volunteers make in our schools and wider community.
A ceremony of remembrance for Aboriginal Anzacs
03 June 2025
Hundreds of students from the Follow the Dream program converged on Kings Park during Reconciliation Week to honour nine Aboriginal Anzac fallen soldiers in a heartfelt ceremony.
Students’ game design places in national challenge
24 October 2023
An Anzac Terrace Primary School trio have placed second in a national competition for their video game design skills.
Making change
26 October 2023
A school Containers for Change program that prepares students with a disability for the workplace has taken out an award for its efforts in the fight against landfill.
Wildlife warriors
01 November 2023
Students from Shenton College Deaf Education Centre have grouped together to help save injured and rescued wildlife.
Dino-mite students help uncover Pilbara fossils
08 November 2023
Students from Karratha Senior High School were given a unique opportunity to help researchers unearth fossils in the Pilbara. Â
Top titration technique
08 November 2023
A Perth chemistry teacher’s precision and accuracy in the science lab has led him to take out a national competition.
A sun-sational three-peat
13 November 2023
Girrawheen Senior High School students have claims to knowing more about solar-powered cars than their West Australian peers.
From milk bottle to spectacular centrepiece
15 November 2023
Lockridge Primary School was one of the schools whose talented students recently participated in an arts program to help create an art installation for ‘EverNow’s’ Boorna Waanginy: The Trees Speak at Kings Park.Â
Siblings win big with their love for reading
17 November 2023
Two sets of siblings have won top prizes for the 2023 Premier’s Reading Challenge, showing off their passion for reading.
Aussie school recognises its heroes
10 April 2024
One school has enlisted the help of a ‘local hero’ to recognise the achievements of students and their contribution to the school community.
Healthcare heroes of tomorrow
15 April 2024
A Perth secondary school is training the next generation of vital healthcare workers.
Young WA animator dazzles at SIGGRAPH
15 April 2024
Harrisdale Senior High School student Keina Sugiyama’s short ‘The Star Keeper’ shone at SIGGRAPH Asia in Sydney, taking out the second spot in the 2023 Junior Computer Animation festival in its inaugural year.
Great minds triumph in the Da Vinci Decathlon
24 April 2024
Students from several public schools have excelled in the extraordinary difficult Da Vinci Decathlon competition.
Winning Wheatbelt writers
26 April 2024
Two Wheatbelt students have achieved a top prize for their science fiction short stories.
$1.6 billion boost for schools
01 May 2024
A total of $1.6 billion will be invested towards both new and improved infrastructure for public schools over the next four years.
Max’s roaring speech for idol Dusty
02 May 2024
An expressive and passionate classroom speech has sparked an unforgettable experience for Perth boy and die-hard Tigers fan Max Andrew.
Diving into water safety
03 May 2024
A new School of Swimming and Water Safety will help ensure more young people have the opportunity to learn essential swimming skills and stay safe in and around water.
Dewey sets big goals for reading challenge
06 May 2024
Dewey Dex, the lovable mascot for the Premier’s Reading Challenge, has re-entered Earth’s atmosphere determined for the 2024 edition to reach even greater heights than previous ones.
Shredding with the pros
08 May 2024
Half-mindfulness and half-pipe; students from Tom Price Senior High School recently participated in a skateboarding session led by professionals from Perth.
Digital directory part of Chas’ trajectory
10 May 2024
Carnarvon now has a new digital directory, and it’s thanks to 16 year-old Chas Law-Davis.Â
Feast of knowledge at Dianella Secondary College
15 May 2024
Culinary creativity served up at Dianella Secondary College's Principals' Briefing.
EdConnect recognises volunteers across the state
24 May 2024
Twelve volunteers, located across the state, have been recognised in the 2023 annual EdConnect Australia WA Volunteer Awards. Â
19 years dedication to school community rewarded
07 July 2023
Kim Moore’s exceptional dedication and invaluable contributions to the school community, over the past 19 years, has been officially recognised.
On-Country immersion education
12 July 2023
A group of Bunbury students have traded the Southwest for the Northwest as part of an On-Country learning expedition.
Saddle up for life skills
14 July 2023
Southwest students have learnt wellbeing strategies and important life lessons from new four-legged friends as part of an interactive horse program.
Young conservationist’s im-peck-able success
20 July 2023
The population of an endangered cockatoo species endemic to Western Australia is growing thanks to a project spearheaded by a young conservationist at Shenton College.
From beakers to books
29 August 2024
A school lab tech has swapped her safety goggles for reading glasses as she enters the world of book publishing.
From Kelmscott to Canberra
01 August 2024
Six Kelmscott Senior High School students are taking part in a summit to strengthen collaboration between young people in Australia and Southeast Asia.
Paw-some authors share language and culture
05 September 2024
Students living in one of Australia’s most remote communities have written and illustrated a bilingual picture book that was launched at the iconic Sydney Opera House.
Tagging along with emergency services
11 September 2024
It’s usually a cause of concern when any emergency services show up to a school. But that was certainly not the case when they appeared recently at Eaton Community College (ECC).
Geography students on top of the world
16 September 2024
Seven public school students have solidified themselves as the best in the state for their respective year groups in this year’s Australian Geography Competition.
WA schools up for national award
31 May 2024
Two West Australian schools have been acclaimed nationally among top-performing schools across Australia.
Sustainable champions
12 June 2024
South Coogee Primary School has been rewarded for its commitment to land care and dedication to ensuring a whole school approach to sustainability.
EduKids Grants program recognised
27 June 2024
A generous program that provides essential school supplies to students in need has been recognised by a global body.
Inspiring sportswoman and educator finalist in NAIDOC award
08 July 2024
An Aboriginal educator in the Pilbara who inspires young Indigenous students through health and fitness was named a finalist in the 2024 National NAIDOC Week Awards.
Challenge off and running
16 July 2024
The Education Minister’s Running Challenge started this week and Simon Reid, Principal of Coolbinia Primary School, is already well placed to lead his school into it.
Students lead wetland rehabilitation
05 July 2024
Ashburton Drive Primary School staff are fostering an appreciation in its students for the local wetlands.
Students inspired by ballet workshop
24 July 2024
Girrawheen Senior High School students recently swapped pens and pencils for pirouettes and sautés.
Inspiring young scientists
25 July 2024
West Australian schools have been recognised for their innovative approaches to teaching Albert Einstein’s famous theories in a modern way to inspire young minds.
On course for a green life
30 July 2024
As West Aussie Hannah Green prepares to tee off for Australia at the Olympic Games, the next star from Como Secondary College’s Golf Academy is emerging.
Acting up in East Kalgoorlie
31 July 2024
Students from East Kalgoorlie Primary School have showcased their filmmaking talents in a unique project set in the rugged bushland of the Goldfields.
Vocational victories
06 August 2024
Three vocational students have been named finalists in this year’s WA Training Awards.
From local to global
21 March 2024
A South West teacher’s practical approach to sustainability education has been showcased around the world by the United Nations.