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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.

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.

13 March 2025

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

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.

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.

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.

23 May 2025

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

25 July 2025

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

18 July 2025

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

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.

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.

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.  

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.

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.

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.

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.

01 September 2025

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

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.

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.

17 December 2024

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

28 October 2025

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

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.

31 October 2025

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

27 October 2025

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

31 October 2025

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

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.

23 October 2025

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

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.

19 November 2025

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

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.

22 December 2025

Mt Lockyer Primary School teacher, Carly Mayfield was named outstanding regional role model at the 2025 Women in Technology WA (WiTWA) Tech [+] Awards.

08 May 2023

The 2023 Premier's Reading Challenge is being boosted by a huge injection of star power.

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.

05 January 2026

When Deputy Principal Paula Boyd noticed an increasing number of students with higher sensory needs and anxiety, she had a vision: a dedicated space where children could regulate their emotions and return to class ready to learn.

19 December 2025

Students at Coodanup College have participated in a unique Training to Employment Pathway Pilot.

19 January 2026

An 11-year-old watching YouTube might not be uncommon, but one using the platform to learn the mechanical skills to restore a half-century-old car is award-worthy.

27 January 2026

More than $150,000 has been awarded to WA schools to help reduce waste, with more money still up for grabs.

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).

02 February 2026

With a range of important dates, cultural observances and awareness days scheduled across Term 1, schools have opportunities to support student wellbeing, promote diversity, environmental responsibility and inclusive learning environments across their communities.

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.

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 a public school classroom.

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.

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.

09 February 2026

Five outstanding women have today been announced as finalists for the 2026 Women of Achievement Award.

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 the Shenton College Deaf Education Centre.