- Five public schools named winners in WA
Education Awards 2023
- Awards recognise excellence in leadership,
teaching and learning, cultural responsiveness, and disability and inclusion
Five outstanding schools celebrated
today after the winners of the WA Education Awards 2023 were announced by
Education Minister Dr Tony Buti.
Two Rocks Primary School,
Brabham Primary School, Manea Senior College, Wananami Remote Community School,
and Joondalup Education Support Centre were named winners for providing high
quality, innovative, and diverse learning opportunities for students.
The WA Education Awards
highlight the exceptional achievements of public schools and celebrate the
important way they positively shape the lives of young people.
Two new categories were
included in this year's awards (excellence in cultural responsiveness and excellence
in disability and inclusion), bringing the total number of categories to five.
Winning schools will
receive $20,000 to go towards a project or program of the school's choosing.
The WA Education Awards
2023 are sponsored by Lift Alliance, Edith Cowan University, Beilby Downing
Teal, and Seven West Media.
WA Education Awards 2023 winners:
Excellence in school
leadership
Two Rocks Primary School
At Two Rocks Primary
School, staff at all levels are encouraged to reach their potential and develop
their skills to become leaders. The leadership approach at Two Rocks Primary
School involves the establishment of specific plans, programs, and process to meet
the needs of students and support their schooling success. Teamwork is the
foundation of leadership at the school, and staff work collaboratively to
improve student outcomes. Staff foster their leadership skills through a range
of initiatives including professional learning, planning, committee, and
mentoring opportunities where they can learn, grow, and trial new ideas and
strategies.
Excellence in teaching
and learning (primary)
Brabham Primary School
Since opening in 2021, educators
at Brabham Primary School have put student achievement, engagement, and
well-being at the centre of everything they do. The school is committed to providing
students with rich learning experiences through a successful instructional
teaching model, vibrant arts culture, holistic student services, AUSLAN LOTE, science
and technology, and early childhood education programs. These innovative
learning programs are responsive to the needs of students and families, and the
school is committed to engaging and collaborating with the community. Staff
also regularly take part in professional learning activities to learn new
teaching strategies that enable students to achieve their best.
Excellence in teaching
and learning (secondary)
Manea Senior College
Manea Senior College is the
South West's only dedicated Year 11 and 12 purpose-built senior college. The
school is committed to providing practical, real world learning opportunities
through meaningful education pathways and community partnerships allowing
students to be contributing and impactful citizens. Manea Senior College was
the driving force behind establishing the South West Innovation Academy which
encourages students in the region to develop creative solutions to community
issues. The college also runs WA's only school-based health and medical
specialist program, offering students a pathway to vital health-related
careers.
Excellence in cultural
responsiveness
Wananami Remote Community
School
Located on Mount Barnett
Station in the Kimberley, Wananami Remote Community School students are
encouraged to be strong, smart, proud, and deadly leaders who dream big while
remaining true to their Ngarinyin culture and heritage. The school is proud of
the way it connects, collaborates, and builds relationships with the local
community to provide a culturally safe and engaging learning environment for
students. Wananami Remote Community School recognises Aboriginal ways of
knowing, being and doing, and has a strong two-way science program that
integrates Western Australian curriculum science to traditional Aboriginal
knowledge. It also has a range of culturally responsive learning opportunities for
language, the arts, and culture which ensures students are equipped to succeed
and thrive at school and beyond.
Excellence in
disability and inclusion
Joondalup Education
Support Centre
Joondalup Education
Support Centre offers a range of programs shaped to each child's individual
needs and abilities. The school's specialised and dedicated staff are
passionate about equipping students with disabilities with academic and social
skills to enable them to thrive. Technology plays a significant role at the
school to enhance student learning which is supported by a quality STEM
education program. Joondalup Education Support Centre also runs several
extra-curricular activities specifically for students with disabilities,
including running, gardening, music, breakfast, craft, and sports clubs.
Comments attributed to Education Minister Dr Tony Buti:
"Congratulations to the winners of the WA Education Awards 2023. These
winning schools have demonstrated excellence at the highest level and have
shown their commitment to ensuring students reach their potential.
"It was fantastic to have the excellence in cultural responsiveness and
excellence in disability and inclusion categories included in the awards for
the first time this year. Schools achieve so much in these spaces, so it was
wonderful to celebrate that commitment and dedication.
"I am continuously impressed by the quality of education delivered to
students in our State. Educators and school staff consistently go above and
beyond to empower young people and encourage them to achieve success in all
aspects of their schooling."
