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Four Ellenbrook Secondary College students are among the strong WA team heading to Melbourne next month to compete in the WorldSkills Australia National Championships.

The Kimberley Round-up has made a triumphant return after more than 25 years.

West Australian students have launched out-of-this-world solutions to problems faced by the space industry.

It’s time to celebrate excellence in our schools again, with nominations open for the WA Education Awards.

Students got the chance to learn about some fascinating scientific developments as Rostrata Primary School celebrated its third annual STEAM Festival.

Robots are well known for speeding up manufacturing processes, but the tables were turned when WA secondary students built robots in just three days.

Narembeen District High School receives the Excellence in Teaching and Learning (Primary) Award for 2022.

A north metropolitan school has come out on top at the 2023 WA Mental Health Awards for its exceptional mental health support for staff and students.

Yousra Abou Ras’s story is one that highlights the success of important partnerships such as the one offered by Shenton College Deaf Education Centre. 

Budding environmental researchers from Brentwood Primary School have unveiled their interactive signs around Blue Gum Lake Reserve.

Rocks & Rhubarb, the winner of John Curtin College of the Arts’ battle of the bands competition, recently performed at the annual Fremantle Long Table Dinner. 

Many Year 12 graduates have been waiting with bated breath in anticipation of their ATAR results being released, and over the weekend, nine public school students celebrated with the highest possible score.

A strong public education system is the cornerstone of every successful society.

Stimulate children's learning and curiosity before they start school.

Recently retired Chris Gostelow has been recognised by the Australian Psychological Society for the impact he made in psychology over his 39-year career with the Department.

Dedicated public school education assistants have been recognised on the national stage as finalists in the 2023 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.

Thousands of students across the country have voted a Perth teacher’s picture book their favourite of the year.

Move over, Nancy Drew, there are some brilliant young detectives in our midst.

WA College of Agriculture Cunderdin is in the running to be named WA small training provider of the year at the 2023 WA Training Awards.

Learning in primary school

Stories from Western Australian schools and early learning centres about the Australian Early Development Census.

Stories from Western Australian schools and early learning centres about the Australian Early Development Census.

Stories from Western Australian schools and early learning centres about the Australian Early Development Census.

Tamie Douglas, Aspiri Primary School

Participating at school

The experiences children have during the early years are extremely important. As your child’s first teacher, your role is vital in creating opportunities that promote learning in a fun and safe environment.

All public schools have a uniform that students must wear every day.

These early years of childhood up to four years old are extremely important for children's development and learning.

This four-part module examines how Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) impacts on learning.

As our population grows, we're building new schools and developing state-of-the-art facilities for children to learn in.

Swimming pools and beaches are a big part of the Western Australian lifestyle. Ensuring your children can swim competently and safely is a must for all families.

Pippa McTaggart from WA’s Midwest made lifetime memories while attending this year’s AFL Grand Final as the 2023 NAB AFL Auskicker of the Year and Captain of Team NAB AFL Auskick.

Holly, the beloved support dog at Woodvale Secondary College, recently claimed a bronze medal in the Animal Award Winner category at the RSPCA WA Animal Welfare Awards.

There were cheers and smiles when the Lynwood Senior High School specialist soccer academy ran a carnival for primary students with special learning needs.

From bustling metro schools to some of the most isolated communities in the state, public school teachers make a significant impact every day on the lives of hundreds of thousands of young people in Western Australia.

From remote schools in the Kimberley, to a specialist agricultural college in the Wheatbelt, to bustling metro schools, the finalists for the WA Education Awards 2023 have been announced.

Variety WA is throwing its support behind thousands of Western Australian school children and families through its new 2024 EduKids grants program.

The Premier’s Anzac Student Tour travelled to Sydney and New Zealand in April 2023.

Four public secondary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for the exceptional way they prepare students for life beyond school.

Connor Wright, a Year 11 student from Bunbury High School, has already established himself as a biking champion, but there is no sign of a brake in his career anytime soon.

A creative arts initiative is helping teach students about a vulnerable cockatoo.

Education or training options other than full-time enrolment in a school.

Students at Comet Bay have been bringing the past back to life, demonstrating their art and technology skills by adding colour to black and white WWI photos.

Chris Dullard, Shenton College Deaf Education Centre

Bunbury Senior High School

Cassandra Wilson, Dawul Remote Community School

Tam Sheldon, Baldivis Secondary College

Public school funding is allocated to schools based on the learning needs of students and school characteristics.

Tips from the Cancer Council WA about how to protect yourself from skin cancer as well as tips for at school and work.

Includes the ABCD guide to packing school lunchboxes, menu planner, reading food labels and other resources.