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From classroom to crescendo
18 April 2024
Otto Gibbs, a talented composer and graduate from John Curtin College of the Arts, has been selected for the prestigious 2024 West Australian Symphony Orchestra Composition Project. Â
Subs in Schools success
09 May 2024
Students from a Fremantle school have taken out a national prize for their submarine design.
Students shine in Solar Car Challenge
15 May 2024
Students across Western Australia recently showcased their STEM prowess in the exciting Synergy Solar Car Challenge.
Two-way Science reaching students across WA
21 May 2024
An interactive mobile application designed to help with the sharing of Two-way Science initiatives in the classroom has been launched in Leonora, in WA’s Goldfields.
Rob Riley prize winners announced
19 February 2024
Two WA top-performing Aboriginal public school graduates have been named recipients of the 2023 Rob Riley Memorial Prize.
School unveils vibrant yarning circle
28 May 2024
A new yarning circle was recently unveiled at South Hedland Primary School, in respect for local Indigenous culture and students.
The 2024 Women of Achievement Award winner is…
18 March 2024
A Fremantle program coordinator, focussed on achieving stronger academic outcomes for disengaged students, has been awarded the Department’s 2024 Women of Achievement Award.
Classroom to creek
07 June 2024
Students at a Great Southern primary school are taking a hands-on approach to learning more about the local environment.
Remote Kimberley educator awarded Public Service Medal
10 June 2024
An Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer (AIEO) from a remote Kimberley school has received a Public Service Medal for being a system-wide voice and advocate for Ngarinyin culture.
Footy and fellowship
26 June 2024
A football excursion to Meekatharra has ignited excitement and community spirit.
Sharing the warmth this winter
27 June 2024
Rostrata Primary School students and families have dug deep into their wallets and donated winter items to people in need.
Musical magic
28 June 2024
The extraordinary talent of young musicians was on display at the annual Opus concert where audience members were treated to a night of creativity and joy.
New category for 2024 WA Education Awards
28 June 2024
A new category has been added to the Education Awards for 2024 that will allow incredible work and achievements in the wellbeing and learning area to be recognised.
Clean up on aisle nature
01 July 2024
A student Environment Action Team has taken to the beach in Broome to clean up marine litter with the aim of protecting the ocean.
Student-made lamps shine bright
01 July 2024
A class of innovative Year 12 students have showcased their creativity and craftsmanship by building desk lamps out of recycled wood.
Art teacher is Archibald finalist again
09 July 2024
Award-winning artist and long-serving art teacher, Jill Ansell, has been named a finalist for the Archibald Prize for the second year in a row.
Double the fun for day one
31 January 2024
While the first day of high school can be daunting, six sets of twins at Kelmscott Senior High School had someone to share the journey with.
Wheelie good idea
02 February 2024
A secondary school has established a bike repair station to promote active lifestyles among the school community and their neighbours.
Students make their mark
05 February 2024
West Leederville Primary School students have brightened up a local park with their artistic talents.
Future software engineer wins Beazley Medal
20 December 2023
A Melville Senior High School graduate and budding software engineer has received WA’s highest education honour.
Sports galore as Country Week returns
02 September 2022
One of the most highly anticipated sporting tournaments in the school calendar kicked off this week after a 2-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Two-way Science conference
25 November 2022
Twenty-seven schools from across the state came together for the first Two-way Science conference.
Public school students best in WA
21 December 2022
Two outstanding WA public school students – one who will study medicine, the other who has plans to set up his own business – have received the state’s peak academic award for their Year 12...
Kimberley students explore career opportunities
12 May 2026
Almost 1,000 students from the Kimberley region got a sneak peek into what life after school could look like at a recent careers expo in Broome.Â
History in the baking
26 May 2026
Students and staff at Pingelly Primary School are pre-heating their ovens and prepping their kitchens in a bid to enter the record books.
Tiny school having a big impact
26 May 2026
Students at Cadoux Primary School have raised money for the Royal Flying Doctor Service while making gifts for mums and learning about businesses.
Services now available through Connected Community trial schools
29 May 2026
The four schools taking part in the Connected Community Schools trial have all launched their first services, including programs and initiatives to their school communities.
Aussie astronaut inspires students to dream big
29 May 2026
Students across Western Australia are looking to the stars after hearing from Australian of the Year 2026 and astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg during a tour of schools and science centres across...
Kindness never gets old
03 June 2026
Year 12 students from North Albany Senior High School have formed meaningful intergenerational connections with residents at Juniper Korumup.
WA schools shining bright on national stage
09 June 2026
Four WA schools have been recognised as finalists in the 2026 Australian Education Awards.