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Skye’s the limit for Muay Thai contender
20 March 2026
Coodanup College student Skye Branson is poised and ready to strike, heading to Queensland this weekend to fight for the coveted pink belt and the title of Muay Thai League (MTL) Junior Champion.
Grants encourage students to walk, wheel and ride to school
20 March 2026
Fifty-one WA schools will look to boost riding skills, improve bike and walking access and build transport infrastructure.
Late call, strong finish
18 March 2026
Former Churchlands Senior High School student Sidney Stephens reached the pinnacle of her sport when she earned a last-minute call up to the Australian Olympic team and made her debut at the Milano...
Kelmscott students enjoying new facilities
25 March 2026
With new and upgraded STEM, sports, music and performing arts facilities, Kelmscott Senior High School students are now more prepared to succeed in the modern world.
Students very much up for debate
08 April 2026
Three public secondary school students will represent Western Australia at the 2026 National Schools' Debating Championship in Brisbane next month.
Anzac spirit shines on
20 April 2026
Ellenbrook Secondary College student Charlotte Tooby is about to take part in a special Anzac experience, flying to Canberra to attend the Dawn Service at the Australian War Memorial.
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. 
Students chance to design space suit patch
17 February 2025
WA students are invited to design mission patches that will feature on astronaut suits.
Dedicated and caring foundation principal recognised
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.
Teacher librarian building a legacy of literacy
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.
2025 Women of Achievement Award finalists announced
11 February 2025
Five outstanding female employees have been recognised for their significant contribution to public education in Western Australia.
New life skills on aisle one
13 March 2025
Students at Dianella Secondary College Education Support Centre are getting a hands-on learning experience at their new Mini Woolies.
Cutting edge technology for Broome students
17 March 2025
A new STEM room equipped with advanced technology is benefitting students at Broome Senior High School
Rallying behind our young athletes
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.
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.
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.
Kimberley Round-up returns
31 May 2023
The Kimberley Round-up has made a triumphant return after more than 25 years.
Gold star space projects
08 August 2023
West Australian students have launched out-of-this-world solutions to problems faced by the space industry.
WA Education Awards nominations open
16 August 2023
It’s time to celebrate excellence in our schools again, with nominations open for the WA Education Awards.
Full STEAM ahead for Science Week
18 August 2023
Students got the chance to learn about some fascinating scientific developments as Rostrata Primary School celebrated its third annual STEAM Festival.
Speedy robotics workshop
25 July 2023
Robots are well known for speeding up manufacturing processes, but the tables were turned when WA secondary students built robots in just three days.
Education assistants in the spotlight
28 August 2023
Dedicated public school education assistants have been recognised on the national stage as finalists in the 2023 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Pick of the bunch
29 August 2023
Thousands of students across the country have voted a Perth teacher’s picture book their favourite of the year.
Competition inspires young innovators
13 June 2023
Primary school students got the chance to tackle challenging real-world scenarios as part of a dynamic interschool STEM competition.
Abi’s best yarn inspires peers
21 June 2023
A talented WA student could be the next winner of the Best Australian Yarn Short Story Competition.
All-rounder hits goals for six
22 June 2023
Kent Street Senior High School student Chloe Ainsworth has won a cricketing opportunity of a lifetime.
Music sparks joy
27 June 2023
A brass ensemble, a wind orchestra and moving vocal performances were among the standout moments at the annual Opus concert where guests enjoyed the incredible power of music and song.
The beauty of Country and family
07 July 2023
An Aboriginal educator has written a bilingual picture book in Noongar and English to celebrate the beauty of Country and family.
Premier League king spurs on Lynwood goals
29 March 2023
An English Premier League legend shared his skills with some emerging Lynwood Senior High School soccer stars when he visited the school.
Kids choose recycling
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
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
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.
You can’t take the Samson out of Sam
21 July 2023
Years before kicking goals on the world stage, international football superstar Sam Kerr perfected her trademark celebratory backflip on a Perth school oval.
Students trade in their classroom for national championships
27 July 2023
Four Ellenbrook Secondary College students are among the strong WA team heading to Melbourne next month to compete in the WorldSkills Australia National Championships.
Exploring culture through art
29 May 2023
A renowned Indigenous artist inspired Leeming students to explore culture through a stunning collaborative artwork.
Award-winning Karratha initiative
30 May 2023
The Karratha Education Initiative has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to education in the Pilbara.
Tambrey on Track
06 June 2023
A Karratha Aboriginal educator is using her experience as a marathon runner to teach young female Indigenous students about fitness, health and wellbeing.
Case closed on Cluedunnit Kids 2023
05 September 2023
Move over, Nancy Drew, there are some brilliant young detectives in our midst.
College recognised for training excellence
11 September 2023
WA College of Agriculture Cunderdin is in the running to be named WA small training provider of the year at the 2023 WA Training Awards.
Sharing the environment through tech
15 December 2023
Budding environmental researchers from Brentwood Primary School have unveiled their interactive signs around Blue Gum Lake Reserve.
John Curtin students take centre stage at long table dinner
15 December 2023
Rocks & Rhubarb, the winner of John Curtin College of the Arts’ battle of the bands competition, recently performed at the annual Fremantle Long Table Dinner.Â
Top of the crop
19 December 2023
Many Year 12 graduates have been waiting with bated breath in anticipation of their ATAR results being released, and over the weekend, nine public school students celebrated with the highest...
Chief Psych recognised for career of significance
09 January 2024
Recently retired Chris Gostelow has been recognised by the Australian Psychological Society for the impact he made in psychology over his 39-year career with the Department.
Stepping up into the world of high school
24 January 2024
Starting high school means big changes for your child. Help your child transition to high school with these tips.