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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.

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.

02 February 2024

A secondary school has established a bike repair station to promote active lifestyles among the school community and their neighbours.

05 February 2024

West Leederville Primary School students have brightened up a local park with their artistic talents.

20 December 2023

A Melville Senior High School graduate and budding software engineer has received WA’s highest education honour.

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.

25 November 2022

Twenty-seven schools from across the state came together for the first Two-way Science conference.

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...

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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...

03 June 2026

Year 12 students from North Albany Senior High School have formed meaningful intergenerational connections with residents at Juniper Korumup.

09 June 2026

Four WA schools have been recognised as finalists in the 2026 Australian Education Awards.

10 June 2026

A group of students from Narrogin will compete at this year’s Perth Royal Show after impressing judges with their cattle presentation and handling skills at regional qualifying events.

15 June 2026

Nominations are now open for this year's WA Education Awards, offering the opportunity to highlight the exceptional achievements of public schools and teachers.

25 June 2026

A new disc golf course at Poynter Primary School is proving a hit with students and families, turning frisbee throwing into their new favourite pastime.

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.

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...

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.

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.

23 April 2026

Two teachers from Broome Senior High School have made a bold commitment to breast cancer research, raising more than $11,000 through their Bald in Broome fundraising campaign.

17 February 2025

WA students are invited to design mission patches that will feature on astronaut suits.

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.

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.

13 March 2025

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

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.

25 July 2025

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

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.

05 December 2024

Melville Senior High School has unveiled its new $9.8 million state-of-the-art sports hall and STEM classrooms.

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.

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.

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.

17 December 2024

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

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...

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.

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.

22 October 2025

information for Year 12 students, parents and caregivers ahead of Leavers WA 2025

27 October 2025

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

04 September 2024

The AFL footy finals start this Thursday night, but a Pinjarra high school teacher is already celebrating victory, with a chance for more to come.

06 September 2024

A network of schools located in the Pilbara celebrated its dedicated educators and staff at the annual Karratha Education Network Excellence (KENEx) Awards.

30 October 2024

Students past and present from one of Perth’s oldest primary schools have come together to celebrate a milestone birthday.

01 November 2024

A Perth educator has been awarded an inaugural scholarship to study a Master of Education Leadership overseas.

13 November 2024

Rockingham Beach Education Support Centre students have been awarded the Alcoa Primary School Award at the Castaways Sculpture Awards which celebrates art created from trash.

16 June 2023

Vasse Primary School students are embracing the school’s latest initiative – Chicken Club.

30 October 2023

A group of Year 9 girls from Belridge Secondary College spent six weeks creating a mural with help from the female empowerment group ‘We Are Womxn’.  

31 October 2023

Sixty more Western Australian public schools face a greener future thanks to funding received as part of the Schools Clean Energy Technology Fund.

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.

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.

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.

18 July 2025

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

22 July 2025

The future now looks bright for Bunbury’s blue swimmer crabs thanks to the diligent work of local science students.

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.

31 October 2025

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

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.

10 November 2025

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

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.

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.