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06 November 2024

Four public primary schools have been recognised in the WA Education Awards for their commitment to providing students with robust learning opportunities.

WA Education Awards 2024 winners announced
Reward and recognition Public school life

11 November 2024

Six outstanding schools from across the state are celebrating today after being named winners in the WA Education Awards 2024.

Students to travel to Japan for Anzac tour
Events and initiatives Public school life

11 November 2024

Ten students have been selected for a once-in-a-lifetime tour to deepen their understanding of the Anzac legacy.

Crucial partnerships making a difference
Events and initiatives Public school life

05 December 2023

Yousra Abou Ras’s story is one that highlights the success of important partnerships such as the one offered by Shenton College Deaf Education Centre. 

15 December 2023

Budding environmental researchers from Brentwood Primary School have unveiled their interactive signs around Blue Gum Lake Reserve.

15 December 2023

Rocks & Rhubarb, the winner of John Curtin College of the Arts’ battle of the bands competition, recently performed at the annual Fremantle Long Table Dinner. 

Top of the crop
Reward and recognition

19 December 2023

Many Year 12 graduates have been waiting with bated breath in anticipation of their ATAR results being released, and over the weekend, nine public school students celebrated with the highest possible score.

Chief Psych recognised for career of significance
Events and initiatives Reward and recognition

09 January 2024

Recently retired Chris Gostelow has been recognised by the Australian Psychological Society for the impact he made in psychology over his 39-year career with the Department.

07 December 2023

A trio of Margaret River Senior High School (MRSHS) students recently represented Australia at the 2023 New Taipei City MAGIC forum on sustainability, hosted in Taiwan.

Reconciliation recognised
Reward and recognition

23 August 2023

A Perth school’s commitment to reconciliation has earned recognition at the national level.

Connecting through art
Public school life

19 December 2023

Southwest students have taken part in a festive intergenerational arts and crafts project with a local social club.

21 December 2023

A Great Southern graduate is celebrating after taking out the title of Western Australia’s best all-rounder.

Love of languages
Reward and recognition

21 December 2023

Five graduates of the Aboriginal Languages Teacher Training program will head to schools across the state to inspire the next generation to learn their local Aboriginal language.

Journey through light and sound
Events and initiatives In the news

22 December 2023

Two Perth schools have put on a stunning multi-sensory art display that explores the connection to the Swan River.

Young minds providing innovative solutions
Events and initiatives Reward and recognition

03 January 2024

An app developed by a team of Year 8 students from Bob Hawke College took out the Minister’s Innovation Challenge 2023.

11 January 2024

This year, 22,930 kids are expected to start Kindergarten in public schools across Western Australia.

Teachers welcomed from around the world
In the news Public school life

16 January 2024

While most teachers are setting up new classrooms ahead of the 2024 school year, 100 international teachers are setting up new lives in Western Australia.

Boy swallows success
In the news Public school life

18 January 2024

A graduate from WA’s only selective arts college is starring in one of Australia’s most popular TV shows.

19 January 2024

As the final date for submitting applications for the Bob Hawke Aboriginal Teacher Scholarship nears, the most recent recipients have provided some insight into what is motivating their career paths.

From beakers to books
Public school life

29 August 2024

A school lab tech has swapped her safety goggles for reading glasses as she enters the world of book publishing.

From Kelmscott to Canberra
Events and initiatives Public school life

01 August 2024

Six Kelmscott Senior High School students are taking part in a summit to strengthen collaboration between young people in Australia and Southeast Asia.

Paw-some authors share language and culture
In the news Public school life

05 September 2024

Students living in one of Australia’s most remote communities have written and illustrated a bilingual picture book that was launched at the iconic Sydney Opera House.

11 September 2024

It’s usually a cause of concern when any emergency services show up to a school. But that was certainly not the case when they appeared recently at Eaton Community College (ECC).

Geography students on top of the world
Events and initiatives Reward and recognition

16 September 2024

Seven public school students have solidified themselves as the best in the state for their respective year groups in this year’s Australian Geography Competition.

WA schools up for national award
Reward and recognition

31 May 2024

Two West Australian schools have been acclaimed nationally among top-performing schools across Australia.

Play to win
Reward and recognition

04 June 2024

A regional WA school has taken out a national award for the way it engages students in play-based learning.

Sustainable champions
Reward and recognition

12 June 2024

South Coogee Primary School has been rewarded for its commitment to land care and dedication to ensuring a whole school approach to sustainability.

27 June 2024

A generous program that provides essential school supplies to students in need has been recognised by a global body.

08 July 2024

An Aboriginal educator in the Pilbara who inspires young Indigenous students through health and fitness was named a finalist in the 2024 National NAIDOC Week Awards.

Challenge off and running
Events and initiatives

16 July 2024

The Education Minister’s Running Challenge started this week and Simon Reid, Principal of Coolbinia Primary School, is already well placed to lead his school into it.

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