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Albany-based Education Assistant, Mikayla Camp, has been recognised at the 2025 VisAbility Awards for her outstanding contribution to education and the community — turning personal adversity into purpose.

Hundreds of students from the Follow the Dream program converged on Kings Park during Reconciliation Week to honour nine Aboriginal Anzac fallen soldiers in a heartfelt ceremony.

A young and talented Visual Arts student has been recognised on a national level, winning the prestigious Lester Prize for her exceptional portrait.

We are committed to ensuring schools remain safe for students, staff and families as we learn to live with COVID-19.

A Workplace Learning Logbook mobile application, developed by staff at Mindarie Secondary College, was just one initiative celebrated by the West Australian Technical Support in Schools Association (WATSSA) recently.

Albany Senior High School students have taken to the field, researching the impact of heat on local seagrass.

A Year 6 student has transformed a year of joy, challenge and adventure into a published book that celebrates resilience, imagination and community.

School excursions are undertaken to further students’ learning, skills and social development outside the school setting.

Year 8 students from the South West teamed up with emergency service crews last month to take part in realistic, hands-on training exercises.

Davallia Primary School students used a recent STEAM Week to focus on how they could create a more sustainable future.

We’re developing a grant program to support Aboriginal community-controlled organisations (ACCOs) to deliver services to students in Western Australian public schools.

North Cottesloe Primary School students have illustrated a book to learn about local Indigenous culture.

Roebuck Primary School’s Environment Student Action Team will lead an inspiring school and community sustainability initiative in early 2025, powered by a $5,000 prize won from the 2024 Coles & Planet Ark Sustainable Schools Competition.

Starting school, or transitioning to a new school, is an exciting time, but it can also be overwhelming.

Find out more about the Australian Early Development Census.

Two Coastal Lakes College students are celebrating strong performances at the Australian Junior Track National Championships held in March as part of the Brisbane Cycling Festival, despite both being ill.

Collier Primary School principal Emma Bancroft has been nominated for a national humanitarian award for her work forming a language translation network to foster greater inclusion in her school community.

A principal education officer committed to driving change in the public education system has been recognised in the Department’s 2025 Women of Achievement Award.

In 2023, five schools were named winners at the Western Australian Education Awards for their dedication and commitment to shaping the lives and education of students.

Per capita grants are provided to assist non-government schools with costs of educating students.

Use this information to understand the process for conducting research on or through our schools or sites.

How to propose to establish and register a new non-government school.

If you've recently watched the Netflix series Adolescence, you might have found yourself deep in conversation with your teenager, or at least deep in thought. So, let’s unpack how parents can approach these issues in their own homes.

The free full-time Kindergarten pilot has been brought forward to start in 2026, a year earlier than planned, to support young WA learners and their families. 

Six students from Fitzroy Valley District High School were among the finalists in this year’s Young Originals art exhibition.

It's an exciting and important milestone when your child goes to school for the first time.

The full-time Kindergarten pilot will start in 2026, one year earlier than previously planned, to support young learners and their families in Western Australia.

For footy-mad students at North Harrisdale Primary School, best-on-ground at the West Coast-Adelaide clash earlier this month was their physical education teacher, Bailey Foulk.

Four Western Australian public schools have been selected for a transformative 4-year trial that will connect students and families with greater services and supports.

Nikitha Balram, from Perth Modern School, has shown off her outstanding geographical knowledge, ranking first among Western Australian Year 7s in the 2025 Australian Geography Competition.

Specialist sport program students from Butler College and Belridge Secondary College were recently treated to a tour of the facilities at the WA Institute of Sport (WAIS) as part of the Education Minister’s Running Challenge.

The Department of Education Annual Report 2024–25 was tabled in Parliament on 18 September 2025.

Find information on becoming a school psychologist, the benefits available and how to apply for roles as a graduate or experienced psychologist. Learn about how you can ‘try out’ school psychology and find out more about the role from our free online events.

The challenge will help Western Australian school students discover the joy of generosity, and raise funds for Telethon.

There were cheers heard among classrooms and school grounds this morning as the finalists for the WA Education Awards 2025 were announced.

A new certificate in teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages, recently celebrated its first intake of students.

Be a part of something extraordinary and shape the future of young minds in Western Australia's vibrant public schools!

New Zealand qualified teachers can apply to work in WA public schools, with plenty of relocation support and benefits included.

Learn more about applying for adjusted conditions or an exemption for your child.

Find out about the application process to enrol in a Gifted and Talented program for overseas and interstate applicants and applicants on a visa.

Fun swimming lessons for children from 5 to 17 years of age.

Four public secondary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards 2025 for their excellence in teaching and learning.

Four public primary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for enhancing student achievement through teaching and learning excellence.

Join our free online events and discover why working in public education is an exciting and rewarding career.

Western Australian schools with Aboriginal students in Years 10 to 12 can apply to deliver the Aboriginal School-Based Training (ASBT) program.

A Year 8 student at Applecross Senior High School can now fully participate in a sport he loves thanks to two of the school’s Engineering Studies students.

We are offering 2 scholarships to support aspiring Aboriginal secondary teachers to complete a postgraduate or undergraduate qualification.

Residential colleges provide a home away from home for students living in regional areas. Find out where our colleges are located and learn about the residential college career roles on offer.

Complete our program to get your swimming instructor and CPR qualifications for free!

The internet is a great way to socialise, learn, work, play and be entertained — but with technology comes risks. Do you know how to keep your child safe online?

This event is run in partnership with the Australian Band and Orchestra Director's Association (WA).

The 44th WA Schools' Junior Concert Band Festival is run in partnership with the Australian Band and Orchestra Director's Association (WA).

This event is run in partnership with the Australian Band and Orchestra Director's Association (WA).

Event information for the WA Public Secondary Schools' Choral and Solo Vocal Festival.

This event is run in partnership with the Australian Band and Orchestra Director's Association (WA).

Learn more about post-school options and career pathways for your child.

Four public schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards 2025 for their outstanding approach and responsibility to school leadership.

Four public schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their approach to wellbeing and learning.

​ Caitlin when she was a student at Perth Modern School.  ​Gifted and Talented alumni

Find scholarships to support you to complete your teaching qualification and become a teacher.

The WA Education Awards celebrate the achievements of public schools in Western Australia, delivering positive outcomes for all students.

A beautiful mural painted by Williams Primary School students has been selected as a state finalist for the Paint Australia Beautiful Schools Mural Competition.

Willetton Senior High School science teacher Nathan Curnow has been named STEM Educator of the Year (Schools) at the Premier’s Science Awards, recognising his outstanding impact on science education in Western Australia.

Every year data is collected relating to schools, students and staff throughout the Western Australian education system.

2026 Premier’s Anzac Student Tour ambassadors announced

The Education Minister’s Running Challenge has wrapped up its third year, with a presentation event taking place at Parliament House to celebrate the students and schools who finished ahead of the pack.

Swimming instructors and water safety officers are casual employees and receive a competitive salary.

Grace Sharma, a Year 10 student at Perth Modern School shone at the recent National History Challenge, picking up several awards, including being named 2025 National Young Historian.

Our teaching salaries are among the highest in Australia.

A new cohort of 16 exceptional students has been chosen to join the Western Australia Student Council.