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03 October 2023

Joshua Lo is only nine years old, but he’s already a published author and illustrator.

04 August 2023

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

Emerging perspectives from Year 12 artists
Events and initiatives Public school life

07 July 2023

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

Passionate librarian recognised
Reward and recognition

01 August 2023

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.

Celebrating our volunteers
Events and initiatives Public school life

18 May 2023

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

18 March 2024

A Fremantle program coordinator, focussed on achieving stronger academic outcomes for disengaged students, has been awarded the Department’s 2024 Women of Achievement Award.

Classroom to creek
Events and initiatives

07 June 2024

Students at a Great Southern primary school are taking a hands-on approach to learning more about the local environment.

10 June 2024

An Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer (AIEO) from a remote Kimberley school has received a Public Service Medal for being a system-wide voice and advocate for Ngarinyin culture.

Footy and fellowship
Public school life

26 June 2024

A football excursion to Meekatharra has ignited excitement and community spirit.

27 June 2024

Rostrata Primary School students and families have dug deep into their wallets and donated winter items to people in need.

Musical magic
Events and initiatives Public school life

28 June 2024

The extraordinary talent of young musicians was on display at the annual Opus concert where audience members were treated to a night of creativity and joy.

28 June 2024

A new category has been added to the Education Awards for 2024 that will allow incredible work and achievements in the wellbeing and learning area to be recognised.

Clean up on aisle nature
Events and initiatives Public school life

01 July 2024

A student Environment Action Team has taken to the beach in Broome to clean up marine litter with the aim of protecting the ocean.

01 July 2024

A class of innovative Year 12 students have showcased their creativity and craftsmanship by building desk lamps out of recycled wood.

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.

30 November 2023

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

20 November 2023

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

WA Education Awards finalists: excellence in school leadership
Events and initiatives Reward and recognition

24 November 2023

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

04 December 2023

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

Future leaders appointed
Public school life

13 December 2023

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.

Future software engineer wins Beazley Medal
In the news Reward and recognition

20 December 2023

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

Robotics success on the big stage
In the news Reward and recognition

13 April 2023

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.

Immersive high-tech Anzac app
In the news Public school life

21 April 2023

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

05 May 2023

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

Shining a light on maths
Events and initiatives Public school life

15 May 2023

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

Star-studded cheer squad supports challenge
Events and initiatives In the news

08 May 2023

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

Outstanding women recognised
Reward and recognition

22 February 2023

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

30 August 2022

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

Student shellfish researchers
In the news Public school life

12 September 2022

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

Bull Creek’s spelling superstar
Reward and recognition Public school life

15 September 2022

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

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