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Each school determines its hours to suit the local needs of the community and to meet legislation requirements.

Outcomes from the community consultation on public schooling in the Cannington and Maddington area.

Have your say and help inform decisions about public schooling.

Learn more about why STEM plays a role in the development of important skill sets for our students in this interactive, self-paced professional learning modules for secondary schooling.

This online Professional Learning Module (PLM) is designed to support teachers as they enrich STEM teaching and learning in their classroom.

This online Professional Learning Module (PLM) is designed to support teachers as they enrich STEM teaching and learning in their classroom.

This online Professional Learning Module (PLM) is designed to support teachers as they enrich STEM teaching and learning in their classroom.

This online Professional Learning Module (PLM) is designed to support teachers as they enrich STEM teaching and learning in their classroom.

The State Government has announced a $319 million Building Schools package to be delivered as part of the WA Recovery Plan.

The PEAC program is a part-time withdrawal program for Year 5 and 6 students in public schools.

Perth students are bringing joy to local aged care residents through the gift of art.

No one understands the impact of the WA Massed Choir Festival better than Kate Humphreys.

A message from the Director General for World Teachers' Day

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’.  

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

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.

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

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

Two WA top-performing Aboriginal public school graduates have been named recipients of the 2023 Rob Riley Memorial Prize.

As a teacher in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields, Donna Buckley’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of traditional education has propelled her into the spotlight as a finalist for the Women of Achievement Award.

Lee Musumeci, Principal of Challis Community Primary School, has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Curtin University.  

Patricia Konigsberg is a linguist and educator and is a leading advocate for two-way learning.

Girls from Oz promises to provide programs that are designed to engage and inspire females living in some of the most remote at-risk communities in Australia.

Lathlain Primary School’s Bike Bus is no regular bus.

A $75,000 grant is allowing 13 WA public schools to come together and share their interest and love for robotics.

Ranford Primary School recently unveiled its latest playground addition – a new shade structure.  

Homework and study gets your children thinking and applying what they learn in different ways, developing them into independent learners.

Perth student robotics stars have been invited to compete against teams from across the world in a robotics championship in Houston, Texas after shining at the national level.

Provides skills and knowledge that is required to perform effectively in the workplace.

You can make a difference by talking with your kids.

Comet Bay College will bring Anzac stories to life through a new augmented reality (AR) app to be launched on Anzac Day.

WA public school students are playing a starring role in the historic King’s Coronation.

An innovative Scitech program is helping change the way our students think about mathematics.

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

Narrogin Senior High School students in Years 8 to 10 recently squared off against the local law enforcers in a game of hockey. 

Teams of brilliant students from both Poynter Primary School and Esperance Primary School recently won in their respective categories at the Tournament of Minds International Finals in Melbourne.

Education support assistant by day, supporting rock legends Coldplay by night. 

Perth primary school students are winners in a sports competition with a difference.

Corporate Information Services pair, Cassandra Reagan and Carolyn Atkinson, have each claimed national honours at the Records and Information Management Professional Association (RIMPA) Awards.  

All children of compulsory school age must be enrolled in school and attend every day.

Primary school principals are dedicated leaders who make a remarkable difference to the education and lives of young students and school staff.

Thought-provoking artworks from some talented recent Year 12 graduates are being showcased in The West Australian Pulse Exhibition.

Melissa Pettit has been acknowledged for making a difference in her field, honoured with the F A Sharr Award at the library and information week award ceremony.

Volunteers like Val Tilbrook and Jacqui Archdale embody the spirit of our school communities.

Public schools follow the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline which lays out the Kindergarten to Year 10 curriculum for all Western Australian children.

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

Girrawheen Senior High School receives the Excellence in Teaching and Learning (Secondary) Award for 2022.

Shenton College receives the Excellence in School Leadership Award for 2022.

Four schools have been recognised for their innovative approaches to inclusivity as part of a new category in this year’s education awards.

Four public primary schools have been acknowledged in the WA Education Awards for their dedication to providing students with the best learning experience.

Four West Australian public schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for their approach to leadership across the whole school.

Today, five public schools were recognised for their excellence in the areas of leadership, disability and inclusion, teaching and learning, and cultural responsiveness.

Secondary school students from across WA will have the chance to share their views and inform education policy after being appointed to the WA Student Council.

Tasmin Drummond, Vasse Primary School

Lisa Ledger, Baynton West Primary School

Benefits and tips for physical activity, safe exercise and sports, healthy eating, sleep and other topics related to healthy lifestyles.

Every day children and young people are interacting with the road and traffic system either as a passenger, pedestrian, cyclist or driver.

The Department of Education’s Policies website is the repository for all our policies and delegations.

When your child begins Pre-primary, the teacher will assess their knowledge and skills to inform the learning program.

The online complaint form is an easy way to make a complaint, and will guide you through the information required.

Information for students considering options their future

Strong partnerships and collaboration between schools and their communities provide better outcomes for our students.

Perth and Peel regions return to pre-lock down life.

Students may be interested in university study, have a specific career in mind that will involve further education and training, or intend to enter the workforce after leaving school.

Information on equipment and expenses.

Our environmental strategy and plans have been implemented to offset the clearing of native vegetation and properly manage the future of the vegetation and fauna surrounding Wellard Village Primary School.

Explore the story behind the artwork in our strategic directions for public education in Western Australia.

Five female finalists who have made outstanding contributions to education have been named in the Department of Education’s Women of Achievement Award.

Rob Nail, Cape Naturaliste College

The students (and cattle!) of Denmark’s College of Agriculture shone at the recent Beverley Show, with the girls leading the way.

John Tonkin College students are becoming marine researchers to help develop a shellfish reef.

Bull Creek Primary School student Joanne Lee shone at the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee, winning the Years 3 to 4 category.

Lee Musumeci, Principal of Challis Community Primary School, has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Curtin University.  

Patricia Konigsberg is a linguist and educator and is a leading advocate for two-way learning.

Girls from Oz promises to provide programs that are designed to engage and inspire females living in some of the most remote at-risk communities in Australia.