PUBLIC EDUCATION - DISCOVER A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES
The Department of Education provides high quality
education for children and young people throughout
Western Australia, helping them reach their full potential.
Western Australian public schools are co-educational
- catering for both boys and girls from the year they
turn four until they are 17 years old.
As a State Government agency the Department oversees
the running of more than 760 public schools across
Western Australia - from the bustling city and regional
centres to some in the most remote parts of the world.
From the youngest learners through to the most
senior school students, public schools allow children
to discover a world of opportunities.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
> Our commitment
> Our people
Our commitment is for every child to have a high
quality education - whatever their ability, wherever
they live, what ever their background.
As the largest public sector employer in Western
Australia, our people are our most valuable asset.
We value the wealth of knowledge and experience
that people from different backgrounds bring to the
workplace. Three quarters of our budget is salaries
for school leaders, teachers and support staff. Out
top priority is for every student to be successful
and our people go to great lengths to raise the
standards of achievement.
> Our schools
$1 billion a year goes into building new schools and
developing state-of-the-art facilities for children
to learn in. Modern schools use the latest and
emerging technologies. We open our doors to all
children. Programs prepare children with the skills,
understandings and values to reach their academic
potential and contribute to society.
WHY CHOOSE PUBLIC EDUCATION?
> Government owned and operated
> Study with Australian students
High quality education that is government backed
and guaranteed.
Public schools welcome international students.
Students can experience a system that is designed
for the needs of Australians but which also proudly
supports a truly international education.
> Value for money
High quality learning and support.
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