Selective schools

Selective schools

Programs are offered at a fully selective academic school and a selective arts college. Your child will learn with like-minded peers and follow a curriculum designed specifically for their needs.

Perth Modern School

Perth Modern School is the only school in Western Australia where all students are selected via the Academic Selective Entrance Test (ASET). Up to 225 places are available for children entering Year 7 each year. Limited places may also be available for entry in Year 9, as well as up to 25 places in Years 10 and 11.

Perth Modern School offers a unique education that brings highly capable children together. Innovative and flexible programs are tailored to meet each child’s aspirations and special abilities.

The level and pace of work match the needs and abilities of children, giving them a stimulating learning experience that extends their interests and achievements.

Boarding facilities for country students attending Perth Modern School may be available at City Beach Residential College.

Perth Modern School
Address 90 Roberts Road
Subiaco WA 6008
Phone 08 9392 6855
Website perthmodern.wa.edu.au
Email PerthModernSchool@education.wa.edu.au
 

John Curtin College of the Arts

John Curtin College of the Arts provides Western Australia’s artistic students with the opportunity to study a suite of dedicated arts programs. It provides young people with similar abilities the opportunity to learn in an environment that fosters creativity and excellence.

The college has a well-established and acclaimed reputation in the arts with a purpose-built performance complex for school and community performances.

Programs available include:

  • Media Arts
  • Dance – classical ballet and contemporary dance
  • Drama
  • Music
  • Music Theatre
  • Visual Arts.

Selection into this program is based on talent and aptitude. Applicants must sit the Academic Selective Entrance Test (ASET) and participate in workshops, auditions and interviews.

All places are filled during the main intake in Year 7. Limited vacancies may become available for entry in Years 9, 10 and 11.

The college offers an excellent academic curriculum as well as sporting, cultural and academic extracurricular activities.

 

Boarding positions for country students attending John Curtin College of the Arts may be available at City Beach Residential College.

John Curtin College of the Arts
Address 90 Ellen Street
Fremantle WA 6160
Phone 9435 0700
Website jc.wa.edu.au
Email JohnCurtin.COTA@education.wa.edu.au