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Lights, camera, learning!
19 November 2025
The way that Floreat Park Primary School is building a professional learning culture has gained international attention.
Cooper’s continental shift
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.
South West students shine at Scitech Challenge Days
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.
Pedal to the metal for youth mental health
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...
From Manjimup to the Moon
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...
Young WA student sprints to victory
13 May 2025
A West Australian schoolgirl is the fastest female in Australia in her age group.
A powerful role model
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...
School community supporting mindfulness
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.
Celebrating the heart of our schools
23 May 2025
This week, we celebrate both National Volunteer Week and P&C WA Day.
Yoga for young lungs
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.
Star-studded cheer squad supports challenge
08 May 2023
The 2023 Premier's Reading Challenge is being boosted by a huge injection of star power.
Diving into a swim teacher career
19 December 2025
Students at Coodanup College have participated in a unique Training to Employment Pathway Pilot.
Grants reducing waste in schools
27 January 2026
More than $150,000 has been awarded to WA schools to help reduce waste, with more money still up for grabs.
Sharing Aboriginal culture through VR
20 January 2026
Students and staff at Halls Creek District High School are connecting people to Aboriginal culture and preserving local stories with the help of virtual reality (VR).
Truckloads of fun
18 June 2025
A new outdoor play space has been unveiled at Beenyup Primary School, targeting students in early childhood years.
Students kick major goals
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...
Students design fire shelters for animals
05 July 2021
Bullsbrook College students designing shelters using recycled materials that would help animals survive a bushfire.
Iconic Fish ‘n’ Chip Shop Takes Centre Stage
28 July 2022
Year 5 Manning Primary School student Oliver Newman has won the Phillip Pendal Young Heritage Award, after writing a story about Como’s iconic fish and chip shop.
Ag students help out farmer
29 March 2022
Students and staff from The Western Australia College of Agriculture in Harvey and Cunderdin have rallied together to support a farmer affected by devastating fires.
Taking to the TEDx stage
04 August 2022
Northam Senior High School student Joshua Patrick took to the big stage to share his inspiring story and experience as a young carer.
Students win with equine therapy
10 September 2021
Alkimos Primary School wins again with hosting the Melbourne Cup Tour for the second time.
WA College of Agriculture best in show
30 August 2022
The students (and cattle!) of Denmark’s College of Agriculture shone at the recent Beverley Show, with the girls leading the way.
Student shellfish researchers
12 September 2022
John Tonkin College students are becoming marine researchers to help develop a shellfish reef.
Bull Creek’s spelling superstar
15 September 2022
Bull Creek Primary School student Joanne Lee shone at the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee, winning the Years 3 to 4 category.
Bagus language teacher wins national award
13 December 2024
An Indonesian language teacher who educates isolated students across the state has taken out a top award.
New group of student leaders announced for WA Student Council
13 December 2024
The latest cohort of exceptional students have been selected to join the Western Australia Student Council.
Schooling the Paris 2024 Olympics
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.
Student podcast encourages peers to Step Up and Shine
06 January 2025
Three Year 6 students from Harrisdale Primary School are making waves with an innovative podcast.
2024 Rob Riley Memorial Prize winners announced
14 February 2025
Two aspiring health professionals have been named the highest-achieving Aboriginal graduates of 2024, taking out a prestigious prize.
Reaching new heights
26 August 2024
Students from Melville Senior High School now have a clearer flight path into a career in aviation thanks to a new partnership with Qantas and Flight Training Adelaide.
Professors in the making
29 August 2024
West Australian school students with aspirations to become the next generation of medical professionals had the rare and inspiring opportunity this week to hear from the 2024 Australians of the Year.
Schools on the move
04 December 2024
Three Western Australian schools held their inaugural School Open Streets events, closing off local streets to traffic for a day of fun community activities.
Grant boosts Condingup Primary School’s sustainability efforts
12 August 2024
Condingup Primary School is one of dozens of schools across Western Australia that are benefiting from a generous $113,000 in grants aimed at encouraging waste management initiatives.
Bringing the world into classrooms
13 August 2024
More than 130 schools will participate in Scitech’s first virtual excursions during this year’s National Science Week to celebrate and learn about this year’s theme: Species Survival – More Than...
A look back at the first WA Education Awards
23 July 2024
Since 2008, the WA Education Awards has been a highlight of the education calendar.
Students return to the surf
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.
Mid West music students shine in Sydney
12 September 2024
Geraldton Schools Combined Band can put Sydney Opera House on their performance resume after showcasing their exceptional talent at the Australian International Music Festival in Sydney.
Awesome foursome named 2024 Little Telethon Stars
30 September 2024
When Nate, Nazeem, Florence, and Charlee were announced as this year’s Little Telethon Stars, they couldn’t contain their excitement and cheer.
Perth school graduate lands Hollywood gig
04 October 2024
A former Mount Lawley Senior High School performing arts student has landed a role in a major Hollywood movie starring multi award-winning actor Mark Wahlberg.
From space to sea
08 October 2024
Students from a Waikiki school have taken out a prize for their research project designed to boost the local population of little penguins.
Making history one step at a time
21 October 2024
Rockingham Senior High School sets the standard for community engagement with its Try-A-Thon named the most successful Telethon community fundraiser ever.
Kindy milestone
03 February 2026
A special cohort of students at five public schools has marked a double milestone this week, starting school for the very first time as part of the new full-time Kindergarten pilot.
Gifted and Talented alumni are making their mark
17 December 2025
From ballet studios to engineering labs and even the glamorous Academy Awards stage, Western Australia’s Gifted and Talented alumni are achieving their career goals after beginning their journey in...
Barista training helps Exmouth students with daily grind
18 February 2026
Students at Exmouth District High School can now master a macchiato and learn to pour a perfect flat white following an expansive upgrade of the home economics area.
Award finalist driven to make a difference
12 February 2026
An education assistant’s dedication to supporting students, families and staff has been recognised in the Department’s 2026 Women of Achievement Award.
2026 Women of Achievement Award finalists announced
09 February 2026
Five outstanding women have today been announced as finalists for the 2026 Women of Achievement Award.
Patti shines light on Auslan
23 February 2026
Patricia Levitzke-Gray has been recognised as a finalist for the 2026 Women of Achievement Award for her leadership and collaborative impact as a Deaf Education Officer across Shenton College and...
Singing award nomination for Auslan interpreter
06 March 2026
Luke Eastman is an Auslan interpreter who performs with Perth indie band Alter Boy as a performance signer.
WA's Next Star
23 February 2026
Former Caralee Community School and Willetton Senior High School student Luke Paul has made Australian basketball history, becoming the youngest player to sign with the National Basketball League’s...
Students score big with footy favourites
13 February 2026
With all eyes on Perth this weekend for the blockbuster AFL Origin match, young rising stars had the chance to learn from powerhouse players of the comp.