Days of celebration
Canteen Day WA
Friday 6 November 2026
Canteen Day celebrates school canteens and pays tribute to canteen staff and volunteers for the valuable role they play in schools.
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Contact schools directly for advice on school development days and term dates.
Dates for primary and secondary students in public schools in Western Australia. All dates are inclusive.
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November
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National Recycling Week
Monday 9 to Sunday 15 November 2026
This annual initiative aims to educate and encourage Australians to recycle correctly.
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Transition to High School – Starting Strong webinar
Tuesday 10 November 2026 | 7 pm to 9 pm
Online event
This webinar, for parents and carers of children starting secondary school, will help you prepare your child for the transition to high school.
This workshop will help you teach your child key skills such as developing self-discipline, problem-solving, following school rules, attendance and study habits. This workshop will also cover how to work with your child’s school if you have concerns.
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WA Education Awards 2026 presentation
Monday 16 November 2026
Join us at the WA Education Awards 2026 as we celebrate the achievements of public schools and teachers in Western Australia.
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ATAR written exams end
Thursday 19 November 2026
ATAR written exams finish for 2026.
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Starting School Successfully webinar
Friday 20 November 2026 | 9:30 am to 10:30 am
Online event
This online session is for parents and carers of children starting school for the first time next year. We will cover a range of strategies and topics including supporting independence, learning to use the toilet and separation.
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Triple P: Learning to Use the Toilet webinar
Friday 20 November 2026 | 9:30 am to 10:30 am
Online event
This webinar, for parents and carers of toddlers and pre-schoolers, will help you teach your child to use the toilet independently.
This workshop:
- will provide tips on when your child may be ready
- explains the skills needed to use the toilet
- outlines some common issues with using the toilet
- is suitable for parents of children with neurotypical development
- does not address any medical problems with using the toilet.
Community event
Leavers WA 2026 starts
Monday 23 November 2026
Running until Thursday 26 November, Leavers WA 2026 is a chance for students who have completed their Year 12 studies, or an equivalent qualification in WA, to come together and celebrate the end of their schooling with friends.
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Instrumental Music School Services parent information evenings
Tuesday 24 November to Thursday 3 December 2026
Learn about the Instrumental Music School Services program, meet instrumental music teachers and discover how you can support your child as they begin instrumental music lessons in 2027.
Parent information evenings will be held at locations across metropolitan and regional Western Australia.
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Transition to High School – Starting Strong webinar
Tuesday 24 November 2026 | 7 pm to 9 pm
Online event
This webinar, for parents and carers of children starting secondary school, will help you prepare your child for the transition to high school.
This workshop will help you teach your child key skills such as developing self-discipline, problem-solving, following school rules, attendance and study habits. This workshop will also cover how to work with your child’s school if you have concerns.
October
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Gifted and Talented program parent information evenings
Wednesday 14 October to Thursday 26 November 2026
Book now to learn more about the application, testing and placement process for the 2028 intake.
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Developmental Language Disorder Day
Friday 16 October 2026
The theme for this year’s Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Day is ‘Together for DLD’.
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Starting School Successfully webinar
Friday 16 October 2026 | 9:30 am to 10:30 am
Online event
This online session is for parents and carers of children starting school for the first time next year. We will cover a range of strategies and topics including supporting independence, learning to use the toilet and separation.
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World Food Day
Friday 16 October 2026
World Food Day aims to raise awareness of worldwide hunger and promote action for the future of food, people and the planet.
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Children’s Week starts
Saturday 24 October 2026
Running from 24 October to 1 November, Children’s Week is an opportunity for the community to engage in family-friendly activities that facilitate, support and encourage children and their families to play, learn and grow together.
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Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (OLNA) testing for numeracy and reading starts
Monday 26 October 2026
This OLNA testing runs until 6 November. It's designed for secondary students to successfully meet the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy.
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Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (OLNA) testing for writing starts
Monday 26 October 2026
This OLNA testing runs for 2 days. It's designed for secondary students to successfully meet the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy.
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Understanding ADHD: Strengths, Needs and Practical Support webinar
Monday 26 October 2026 | 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Online event
This webinar, for parents and carers of children aged between 6 and 12 years of age, will help you better understand ADHD and discover practical, strengths-based ways to support your child.
Explore common strengths and challenges and find out how to work with your school. We will cover positive parenting strategies such as realistic expectations, positive learning environments, assertive discipline and caring for yourself.
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ATAR written exams start
Wednesday 28 October 2026
ATAR written exams run from Wednesday 28 October to Thursday 19 November.
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World Teachers’ Day
Friday 30 October 2026
Celebrate and acknowledge the great work our teachers do on World Teachers 'Day. Get involved and find out more information on the World Teachers' Day website.
World Teachers’ Day December
Parent and carer event
Triple P Stepping Stones: Helping Your Child Reach Their Full Potential webinar
Thursday 3 December 2026 | 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Online event
This seminar is for parents and carers of children aged up to 12 years old who are neurodivergent, have a developmental disability or have additional needs. This webinar focuses on how to teach your child new skills and help them thrive.
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Triple P: Learning to Use the Toilet webinar
Friday 4 December 2026 | 9:30 am to 10:30 am
Online event
This webinar, for parents and carers of toddlers and pre-schoolers, will help you teach your child to use the toilet independently.
This workshop:
- will provide tips on when your child may be ready
- explains the skills needed to use the toilet
- outlines some common issues with using the toilet
- is suitable for parents of children with neurotypical development
- does not address any medical problems with using the toilet.
Parent and carer event
Triple P: Developing Bedtime Routines for Toddlers webinar
Thursday 10 December 2026 | 1 pm to 2 pm
Online event
This free webinar explores different problems parents face at bedtime. We will discuss what toddlers need for a good bedtime routine and introduce strategies to encourage children to stay in their own beds.
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Term 4 ends
Thursday 17 December 2026
Contact schools directly for their individual school development days and term dates.
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