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13 December 2024

An Indonesian language teacher who educates isolated students across the state has taken out a top award.

13 December 2024

The latest cohort of exceptional students have been selected to join the Western Australia Student Council.

14 August 2024

The Paris Olympic Games have come and gone, but the performances of former public school students are still being celebrated across Western Australia.

06 January 2025

Three Year 6 students from Harrisdale Primary School are making waves with an innovative podcast.

17 February 2025

WA students are invited to design mission patches that will feature on astronaut suits.

14 February 2025

Two aspiring health professionals have been named the highest-achieving Aboriginal graduates of 2024, taking out a prestigious prize.

24 February 2025

An inspiring principal who is deeply respected for her compassion and innovative approaches has been named a finalist for the Department’s 2025 Women of Achievement Award.

04 March 2025

A passionate educator dedicated to fostering literacy education and inclusion has been named a finalist for the Department of Education’s Women of Achievement Award.

11 February 2025

Five outstanding female employees have been recognised for their significant contribution to public education in Western Australia.

13 March 2025

Students at Dianella Secondary College Education Support Centre are getting a hands-on learning experience at their new Mini Woolies.

17 March 2025

A new STEM room equipped with advanced technology is benefitting students at Broome Senior High School

18 March 2025

Perth Modern School student, Chelsea Wu created history recently when she competed at the 2025 World Table Tennis Youth Contender Championships in the Philippines.

25 March 2025

After almost three decades away, Cowaramup Primary School Year 5 and 6 students have donned their wet suits and caught some waves in a welcomed return to surfing competition.

17 April 2025

A cycling enthusiast from the Department of Education, who has been a driving force in helping to raise funds and awareness for youth mental health, recently completed a 700km charity ride from Albany to Perth.

23 April 2025

Jaxon Liebeck, a 2016 graduate from Manjimup Senior High School, returned to the classroom where it all began, to share his experience as flight director for Firefly Aerospace's recent commercial lunar landing.

16 May 2025

Leeming Senior High School science teacher Jackson Stubberfield is preparing to represent Australia at the World Powerlifting Championship after an impressive win at the national level earlier this year.

13 May 2025

A West Australian schoolgirl is the fastest female in Australia in her age group.

21 May 2025

A passionate educator, and mother of three, who has embraced the power of yoga, is encouraging students and parents to join community sessions to help improve physical health, wellbeing and focus.

23 May 2025

This week, we celebrate both National Volunteer Week and P&C WA Day.

28 May 2025

The student community at Harmony Primary School have united to support a classmate battling chronic lung disease by participating in a Breathe Easy Yoga fundraiser.

05 June 2025

This World Environment Day, 5 June 2025, students from Woodbridge Primary School are stepping up to raise awareness and drive action on protecting the environment through sustainability projects.

21 May 2025

A John Curtin College of the Arts student has signed with a top talent agency from the USA to turn his passion for rugby into a promising career.

18 June 2025

A new outdoor play space has been unveiled at Beenyup Primary School, targeting students in early childhood years.

19 June 2025

Four students from Como Secondary College have been selected for the prestigious AFL Next Generation Academy – a major milestone that celebrates multiculturalism, strengthens student engagement and reflects the power of sport in shaping futures.

25 June 2025

TeamWA claimed 23 medals at the national 2025 WorldSkills National Championships, including seven from public schools.

26 June 2025

It was all hands-on deck recently when students at Heathridge Primary School begun planting their new Miyawaki pocket forest.

08 July 2025

A Perth Modern School student has been selected to assess his geographical knowledge and skills at an international competition in Bangkok, Thailand this month.

17 June 2025

Thirty specialist hockey students from Como Secondary College had an incredible chance to show off their talent and skills on a huge international stage.

10 July 2025

Students from Albany Senior High School visited the Western Australian Space Science Education Centre (WASSEC) last month to learn about the viability of plants in space.

11 July 2025

Students at Kent Street Senior High School celebrated NAIDOC Week 2025 with engaging activities.

18 July 2025

An exhibition featuring 61 works from 2024 visual arts graduates is currently on display at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

22 July 2025

The future now looks bright for Bunbury’s blue swimmer crabs thanks to the diligent work of local science students.

23 July 2025

Term 3 is shaping up to be one filled with fun, recognition and meaningful moments across Western Australian schools.  

25 July 2025

Nominations are now open for the WA Education Awards 2025, with two new categories set to bring excitement among school communities.

19 February 2025

Lesmurdie Senior High School principal Donna Gardiner is looking for a new maths and PE teacher after hers was offered a contract by AFL heavyweight club Essendon on Tuesday.

23 October 2023

A Warwick Senior High School graduate is packing his bags for Oxford University after winning the prestigious and highly sought after Rhodes Scholarship.

02 November 2023

Academy Award winning filmmakers in the near future may be thanking a South West media teacher for her support along the way.

06 January 2025

Ellenbrook Secondary College’s exceptional vocational education and training (VET) program has again been recognised at the 2024 WorldSkills VETiS Regional Competition.

05 December 2024

Melville Senior High School has unveiled its new $9.8 million state-of-the-art sports hall and STEM classrooms.

29 August 2025

Mia and Harley Grey have entered the Premier’s Reading Challenge Hall of Fame after placing as the top readers in their category for the third consecutive years.

02 September 2025

A Goldfields teacher, who has been sharing First Nations language and stories with students on Country, has now written a book and also been involved with a short film.

01 September 2025

Jordan, Xavier, Paige and Izzy couldn’t hide their smiles when they were named this year’s Little Telethon Stars.

03 September 2025

Bannister Creek Primary School is one of six national finalists in the prestigious 2025 Narragunnawali Reconciliation in Education Awards.

08 September 2025

A team of students from Belridge Secondary College did Western Australia proud on the global stage, placing fourth in the Girls in STEM Stock category in the Horizon Hydrogen Grand Prix (H2GP) Pro World Finals, in Chemnitz, Germany.

16 September 2025

Two prospective secondary teachers from regional WA are this year’s recipients of the Bob Hawke Aboriginal Teacher Scholarships.

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.

17 December 2024

Calista Primary School won this year’s FUSE Cup, claiming winning back-to-back titles.

19 September 2025

Even the most seasoned entertainers might feel slightly out of their depth performing for an audience of 150 million people.

07 October 2025

Forty newly-appointed principals from across Western Australia recently completed the Department’s two-day residential induction program.

26 September 2025

Three WA public schools have been recognised for their innovation and commitment at this year’s WA Mental Health Awards.

22 September 2025

Hedland Senior High School student Cadie Doyle was named the WA School-based Apprentice of the Year at the 2025 WA Training Awards.

01 October 2025

A new $45.5 million primary school in the fast-growing northern suburb of Alkimos is another step closer, with construction now underway.

13 October 2025

Term 4 promises a meaningful and celebratory end to the school year for Western Australian schools.

22 October 2025

information for Year 12 students, parents and caregivers ahead of Leavers WA 2025

28 October 2025

Four schools have been recognised for their outstanding work in supporting the diverse needs of students and creating communities where every student feels they belong.

22 October 2025

Pemberton District High School is punching above its weight, with its Year 8 drama students earning a coveted place in the 2025 Act Belong Commit Yoh Fest State Finals this coming weekend.

10 November 2025

The School Breakfast Program has been expanded to meet the nutritional needs of more students, more often.

17 November 2025

A Perth primary school teacher who blends expert classroom practice with visionary leadership and a strong commitment to cultural inclusion has been named teacher of the year.

17 November 2025

Seven amazing school communities and one outstanding teacher are celebrating today after being named winners in the WA Education Awards 2025.

19 November 2025

The way that Floreat Park Primary School is building a professional learning culture has gained international attention.

31 October 2025

Today is World Teachers’ Day today and we’re shining a light on a father-daughter duo who are teaching together at Merredin College.

31 October 2025

World Teachers’ Day celebrates teachers across Australia to thank them for supporting, inspiring, educating and empowering students.

31 October 2025

Four public schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their excellence in early childhood education.

23 October 2025

Four public schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards 2025 for their approach to cultural responsiveness.

27 October 2025

Newton Moore Education Support Centre students have been developing essential life skills to better prepare them for life beyond school.

05 November 2025

A crew of creative problem solvers from Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School will be hoping to strike gold in the national final of a prestigious STEM competition early next month.

28 October 2025

Four exceptional public school teachers have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for their dedication to student outcomes.

28 November 2025

Coastal Lakes College student, Cooper Dunlop, has signed with Dutch cycling development team Gepla Watersley R&D Cycling for the 2026 European season.

04 December 2025

Students from South West Regional PEAC edged out teams from 44 primary schools across Western Australia at Scitech’s annual Challenge Day.

11 December 2024

Three West Australian students excelled at the World Scholars Cup at Yale University last month, picking up a handy haul of medals.

13 December 2024

Former Director General, Lisa Rodgers PSM, has been awarded a prestigious public sector award for being a responsive, passionate, and innovative leader.

24 December 2024

As the school year came to an end, WA’s schools were rushing to leave Earth behind to travel into space by exploring Scitech’s Destination Mars exhibition.

19 December 2024

John Curtin College of the Arts (JCCA) has claimed gold in the School Pathways to VET Award at the 2024 Australian Training Awards.

03 February 2025

For some students heading into the 2025 school year, it will be the first time they’ve stepped onto a primary or secondary campus.

20 December 2024

Two of our regional schools have taken our honours in respective categories of the rECOnstructed Art Competition and Exhibition.

20 December 2024

A passion for outdoor education has earned Mindarie Senior College teacher Ashleigh Weyer the 2024 Outdoors WA-Young Achiever Award.

30 January 2025

Three notable contributors to public education in WA were recognised on Australia Day, with prestigious national honours, for their remarkable service and dedication to the public sector.

13 February 2025

As the school year begins, it’s not just students who are preparing to head back, but traffic wardens across WA are ready to don their coats, grab their flags, and return to their posts to ensure the safety of the thousands of school students who walk or ride to school each day. 

14 February 2025

Belridge Secondary College is leading the way in inspiring young students to pursue their sporting careers through its specialist cricket program.

27 February 2025

A determined Perth swimmer is taking on an epic challenge to raise money for sick kids while inspiring her school community.

25 February 2025

The 2024 graduates from Bicton Primary School left their peers with a parting gift that’s a bit different, a new community library.

19 February 2025

Vicki Delves has been a driving force in WA sport for more than 30 years.

28 February 2025

A student support officer at Margaret River Senior High School has been recognised for her outstanding contributions to public education in Western Australia.

10 March 2025

A passionate storyteller and extraordinary leader who is the driving force behind communications initiatives in education has been inducted into the WA Women’s Hall of Fame.

06 March 2025

An empowering educator, who has dedicated decades to advocacy and equity in education, has taken out the 2025 Director General’s Women of Achievement Award.

24 March 2025

Pinjarra Senior High School’s Harper Floyd has been selected to join Shooting Australia’s prestigious Junior Pathways National Squad for pistol shooting.

17 March 2025

India Baker, from Woodvale Secondary College, is excited to embark on a journey that will deepen her growing knowledge about Japan, as part of the 2025 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour.

08 April 2025

A group of passionate teachers and community members have raised thousands of dollars to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation just by completing a daily workout.

11 April 2025

Two teams of Marmion Primary School students claimed placings in a recent competition to design a sustainable city.

10 April 2025

Drama students at John Curtin College of Arts have been learning from the best through a special workshop with a well-known Australian actor.

04 April 2025

Six Gilmore College staff’s daily exercising among nature has helped to raise money for wildlife protection and nature regen.

24 April 2025

Students at Dalwallinu District High School have stepped up their successful sustainability efforts from 2024.

28 March 2025

A dedicated Perth school deputy principal has been raising money for cancer research and prevention through cycling.

31 March 2025

For the past decade, students from Shenton College have been a driving force in helping to improve the lives of thousands of children in need.

28 April 2025

More than 150 students from 10 different schools attended an event at Southern River College last term to explore future opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

30 May 2025

Three students from Western Australian College of Agriculture in Morawa were among the few WA public schools that showcased their equestrian skills at the 2025 Equestrian Interschool State Championships.

26 May 2025

A South West school band has achieved success on the national stage, becoming the first WA band to win both a junior championship and open championship at the same event.

04 June 2025

Students and staff from Mount Lawley Senior High School have honoured the memory of ‘Lawley legend’, Arthur Leslie Leggett, with a special tribute following his passing on Sunday April 6.

09 June 2025

Book-loving alien, Dewey Dex, has returned for this year’s Premier’s Reading Challenge.

10 June 2025

A Year 12 student from Kalamunda Senior High School won the Out of This World Talent: Mission Patch Design Competition for 2025 - 2026.

17 June 2025

Comet Bay College Year 11 student, Charlie Fletcher, was named in the All-Australian team following a sensational campaign at the 2025 Marsh AFL National Development Championships – Under 16 Girls.

02 December 2022

Budding scientists from the state’s Southwest have uncovered a bacterial shell disease impacting blue swimmer crabs in Bunbury Harbour.

24 June 2025

Ashdale Secondary College and West Leeming Primary School science specialist, Chrissy Marcelli, have been recognised in the 2025 Australian Education Awards.

09 July 2025

A celebration of musical talent and creativity filled the Cyril Tyler Auditorium at Perth Modern School as student musicians from across the state came together for the annual Opus concert.

11 November 2024

Six outstanding schools from across the state are celebrating today after being named winners in the WA Education Awards 2024.

11 March 2024

For nearly 30 years, Deborah Donation has been a leader in her community. She is passionate about providing opportunities for students at Wananami Remote Community School. 

01 August 2025

Comet Bay College officially reopened its newly rebuilt Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) and English blocks, following a fire that severely damaged parts of the school in June 2023.

22 July 2025

Dardanup Primary School students donned their filmmaker hats and learnt how to produce, film and edit a short documentary about the town’s history and landmarks. 

05 August 2025

Students across Australia are invited to be inspired by space industry professionals during free online excursions being held during National Science Week (9 to 17 August).

18 December 2024

Two outstanding public school graduates — one set on joining the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the other who hopes to pursue studies in mathematics — have been named best in the state after taking home Western Australia’s peak education award.

06 November 2024

Four public primary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for their commitment to providing students with robust learning opportunities.

11 December 2024

From the mind of an outback Queensland dad, Bluey is Joe Brumm’s third child depicting modern Australian parenting in a way we haven’t seen before.

01 October 2024

West Australian public schools have been recognised for creating innovative waste practices and solutions.

12 August 2025

Vasse Primary School staff and students clucked with excitement as one of their own got to strut her stuff in Australia’s Next Top Chicken.

10 September 2025

Joseph Banks Secondary College and Chrissy Marcelli from West Leeming Primary School have claimed their respective categories at the 2025 Australian Education Awards.

15 September 2025

Booragoon Primary School library officer Brooke Donabie has been acknowledged at this year’s Library Board Awards, named the winner of the 2024 F A Sharr Award.

01 October 2024

Hilton Primary School students have sung loud and proud for the world premiere of a new children’s stage show created by award-winning singer-songwriter Gina Williams AM and guitarist Guy Ghouse.

09 October 2024

Margaret River Senior High School has once again dominated the competition, claiming the Champion School Title for the 19th consecutive year in the 2024 Think Mental Health WA School Surfing Titles. Undefeated since 2006, the school’s surfing legacy continues to shine.

04 June 2024

A regional WA school has taken out a national award for the way it engages students in play-based 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

13 October 2025

More than $100,000 was raised by Western Australian kids, for West Australian kids during the 2025 Premier’s Telethon Challenge.

03 November 2025

Four public school staff have been acknowledged at this year’s Premier’s Science Awards.

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.

11 November 2025

The ten ambassadors who will represent Western Australian schools for the 2026 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour have been announced.

17 December 2024

Students from Cloverdale Education Support Centre have found a creative way to tackle a common rainy-day trouble, by waterproofing their shoes using recycled umbrellas.

20 December 2024

Margaret River Senior High School students dominated the Mark Richards Shield school surfing divisions of the 2024 YETI Australian Junior Surfing Titles.

06 February 2025

Mount Lawley Senior High school students are thrilled to head back to school for 2025 as they partner with Australia’s longest-running arts festival.

04 February 2025

There are some extremely high temperatures forecast in parts of WA for the first week of school.

04 March 2025

Denmark Senior High School student wins national Esports award for their creativity and innovation.

11 March 2025

Perth Modern School students, Samantha See and Porshia Fernando, have claimed the first two places in the 2025 Young Doctors Essay competition.

12 March 2025

Eaton Community College students started Term 1 with a brand-new $8.2 million design and technology block, delivering modern, cutting-edge facilities for students in the South West.

05 March 2025

A special multicultural pre-school program in Balga is proving that language doesn’t have to be a barrier to an education.

26 February 2025

A passionate educator and advocate for equity in education, Dr Jennet Hansen has been named a finalist for the Department’s 2025 Women of Achievement Award.

20 March 2025

Sixty teachers from overseas are now calling Western Australia home, bringing their expertise, passion and fresh perspectives to schools across the state.

03 April 2025

This year, Jolimont Primary School students are leading an inspiring sustainability initiative Plastic to Pegs, that will help to improve campus facilities.

14 April 2025

Courageous AFL icon and the 2025 Australian of the Year, Neale Daniher, this week inspired more than 200 WA students and staff when he was guest of honour at a school forum about resilience.

07 April 2025

The 2025 Premier’s Reading Challenge kicks off today, a greater prize bucket up for grabs for eager book worms.

15 May 2025

Poynter Primary School in Duncraig became a vibrant sea of capes and masks recently when around 500 students and staff donned superhero costumes to launch the Premier’s Telethon Challenge.

27 June 2025

The first stage of a new bush garden recently was unveiled at Baldivis Secondary College, the occasion kicked off with a traditional smoking ceremony led by Aboriginal Elder Michael.

22 July 2025

Students can win some of the thousands of dollars in prizes that are up for grabs each week of Term 3, just by being active. 

15 July 2025

Albany-based Education Assistant, Mikayla Camp, has been recognised at the 2025 VisAbility Awards for her outstanding contribution to education and the community — turning personal adversity into purpose.

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.

14 June 2024

A young and talented Visual Arts student has been recognised on a national level, winning the prestigious Lester Prize for her exceptional portrait.

09 July 2025

A Workplace Learning Logbook mobile application, developed by staff at Mindarie Secondary College, was just one initiative celebrated by the West Australian Technical Support in Schools Association (WATSSA) recently.

01 July 2025

Albany Senior High School students have taken to the field, researching the impact of heat on local seagrass.

03 July 2025

A Year 6 student has transformed a year of joy, challenge and adventure into a published book that celebrates resilience, imagination and community.

17 July 2025

Year 8 students from the South West teamed up with emergency service crews last month to take part in realistic, hands-on training exercises.

14 August 2025

Davallia Primary School students used a recent STEAM Week to focus on how they could create a more sustainable future.

22 July 2024

North Cottesloe Primary School students have illustrated a book to learn about local Indigenous culture.

13 February 2025

Roebuck Primary School’s Environment Student Action Team will lead an inspiring school and community sustainability initiative in early 2025, powered by a $5,000 prize won from the 2024 Coles & Planet Ark Sustainable Schools Competition.

09 May 2025

Two Coastal Lakes College students are celebrating strong performances at the Australian Junior Track National Championships held in March as part of the Brisbane Cycling Festival, despite both being ill.

26 August 2025

Collier Primary School principal Emma Bancroft has been nominated for a national humanitarian award for her work forming a language translation network to foster greater inclusion in her school community.

21 February 2025

A principal education officer committed to driving change in the public education system has been recognised in the Department’s 2025 Women of Achievement Award.

07 August 2024

In 2023, five schools were named winners at the Western Australian Education Awards for their dedication and commitment to shaping the lives and education of students.

02 July 2025

If you've recently watched the Netflix series Adolescence, you might have found yourself deep in conversation with your teenager, or at least deep in thought. So, let’s unpack how parents can approach these issues in their own homes.

29 August 2025

The free full-time Kindergarten pilot has been brought forward to start in 2026, a year earlier than planned, to support young WA learners and their families. 

02 September 2025

Six students from Fitzroy Valley District High School were among the finalists in this year’s Young Originals art exhibition.

28 August 2025

For footy-mad students at North Harrisdale Primary School, best-on-ground at the West Coast-Adelaide clash earlier this month was their physical education teacher, Bailey Foulk.

05 September 2025

Four Western Australian public schools have been selected for a transformative 4-year trial that will connect students and families with greater services and supports.

11 September 2025

Nikitha Balram, from Perth Modern School, has shown off her outstanding geographical knowledge, ranking first among Western Australian Year 7s in the 2025 Australian Geography Competition.

16 September 2025

Specialist sport program students from Butler College and Belridge Secondary College were recently treated to a tour of the facilities at the WA Institute of Sport (WAIS) as part of the Education Minister’s Running Challenge.

23 September 2025

There were cheers heard among classrooms and school grounds this morning as the finalists for the WA Education Awards 2025 were announced.

22 September 2025

A new certificate in teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages, recently celebrated its first intake of students.

16 October 2025

Four public secondary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards 2025 for their excellence in teaching and learning.

02 October 2025

Four public primary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for enhancing student achievement through teaching and learning excellence.

29 October 2025

A Year 8 student at Applecross Senior High School can now fully participate in a sport he loves thanks to two of the school’s Engineering Studies students.

06 November 2025

Four public schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards 2025 for their outstanding approach and responsibility to school leadership.

09 October 2025

Four public schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their approach to wellbeing and learning.

13 November 2025

A beautiful mural painted by Williams Primary School students has been selected as a state finalist for the Paint Australia Beautiful Schools Mural Competition.

18 November 2025

Willetton Senior High School science teacher Nathan Curnow has been named STEM Educator of the Year (Schools) at the Premier’s Science Awards, recognising his outstanding impact on science education in Western Australia.

05 November 2025

The Education Minister’s Running Challenge has wrapped up its third year, with a presentation event taking place at Parliament House to celebrate the students and schools who finished ahead of the pack.

05 December 2025

Grace Sharma, a Year 10 student at Perth Modern School shone at the recent National History Challenge, picking up several awards, including being named 2025 National Young Historian.