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Ellenbrook hoists shield again
Events and initiatives Reward and recognition

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.

The young heroes lighting up Telethon 2025
Events and initiatives In the news

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.

Belridge racers cooking with gas
Reward and recognition Public school life

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.

Calista on another level
Reward and recognition

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.

Term 4 important dates
Public school life

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.

Serving up success
Events and initiatives In the news

10 November 2025

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

Minister’s Teacher of the Year 2025
Events and initiatives Reward and recognition

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.

WA Education Awards 2025 winners announced
Events and initiatives Reward and recognition

17 November 2025

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

Lights, camera, learning!
Public school life

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.

Hats off to teachers
Public school life

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.

Making their own way
Public school life

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.

24 January 2024

Starting high school means big changes for your child. Help your child transition to high school with these tips.

26 February 2024

Across WA, 65 new school psychologists have been welcomed to start 2024, set to support schools to enhance student wellbeing, engagement and achievement.

29 February 2024

A South West primary school has been recognised for its outstanding language students with top placings in a national language competition.

Schools supporting schools
Public school life

13 March 2024

Students and school staff from across Western Australia continue to support education in Cambodia through the long-running Angkor Project.

15 February 2024

Five finalists have been announced for the Director General’s Women of Achievement Award, who all support education in WA in their own way.

19 March 2024

As 10 West Australian students prepare to head to Singapore for the 2024 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour, the opportunity to be a part of the 2025 travelling party has recently opened.

Teachers soar to new heights in flying squad
In the news Public school life

28 March 2024

For more than two decades, the Teacher Flying Squad has been an ongoing source of support for regional schools.

Who run the track? Girls!
In the news Reward and recognition

08 March 2024

Four female students passionate about STEM are gearing up to compete in an F1 challenge in Adelaide.

Top students share their top tips for acing ATAR
Reward and recognition Public school life

14 February 2024

Graduates from Perth Modern who received an ATAR of 99.95 share their tips for navigating Year 12. Plus, we explain what ATAR is.

Sharing origin stories
Public school life

31 March 2023

The extraordinary origin stories of John Forest Secondary College students have been featured in a new e-book.

Family ties drive student Anzac tour
Events and initiatives Public school life

05 April 2023

For Ebony Whitney, the Premier’s Anzac Student Tour is a “life-changing” chance to explore her deep interest in history, as well as her family’s legacy.

Premier's Reading Challenge 2023 set to launch
Events and initiatives In the news

04 April 2023

The Premier’s Reading Challenge is back for another year and it’s going to be bigger than ever.

Budding rangers at work
In the news Public school life

06 April 2023

Kununurra students have removed invasive weeds to rehabilitate a local spring as part of a new program offering On Country education opportunities and pathways to future employment.

Kids choose recycling
Reward and recognition Public school life

24 March 2023

The recycling efforts of WA students played a starring role in one of the most popular artworks at this year’s Sculpture by the Sea.

A place to meet and connect
In the news Public school life

20 April 2023

A Great Southern primary school has opened a dedicated Noongar community room to offer a space to yarn, connect and build positive relationships.

Perth art teacher Archibald Prize finalist
Reward and recognition Public school life

01 May 2023

An award-winning artist and long-serving art teacher dedicated to sharing her creative talents to re-engage students has been named a finalist for a prestigious art prize.

Rising music talent unearthed
In the news Reward and recognition

06 September 2024

Former Ellenbrook Secondary College student, Mariae Cassandra, has catapulted onto the national stage after winning Triple J’s 2024 Unearthed High competition.

Pedalling to success
Public school life

09 September 2024

Students from a remote community school have undertaken a spectacular bike journey to one of the Kimberley’s most iconic attractions.

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