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Double the fun for day one
Public school life

31 January 2024

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.

Wheelie good idea
Public school life

02 February 2024

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

Students make their mark
Public school life

05 February 2024

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

Rob Riley prize winners announced
Reward and recognition Public school life

19 February 2024

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

Creative STEM teacher recognised
Reward and recognition

01 March 2024

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.

Curtin uni awards principal with honorary doctorate
Reward and recognition Public school life

08 March 2024

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

14 March 2024

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

20 March 2024

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.

27 March 2024

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

Wired together, students unite in robotic adventures
Public school life Events and initiatives

03 April 2024

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

08 April 2024

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

Just Dance to victory
In the news Reward and recognition

21 November 2023

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

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.

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.

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.

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