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Join the Inclusive Education team for the Positive Partnerships two-day professional learning program, designed to enhance understanding and support for young autistic people. This free workshop will cover evidence-informed insights on autism and its impact on learning, practical strategies for maximising student engagement at school and home, and ways to better support students and their families. Funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment, each school mu...

Join this webinar to discover a new cross-sector Generative AI platform designed to reduce teacher workload in lesson planning and the creation of teaching and learning materials. Developed with Western Australian educators and grounded in real classroom practice, the platform aligns with the WA Curriculum Version 9.0 (P–10), supports classroom complexity, and includes built-in differentiation to streamline planning. Independently assessed, secure, and responsibly governed, the conversational AI...

Join the Inclusive Education team for the Positive Partnerships two-day professional learning program, designed to enhance understanding and support for young autistic people. This free workshop will cover evidence-informed insights on autism and its impact on learning, practical strategies for maximising student engagement at school and home, and ways to better support students and their families. Funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment, each school mu...

This program empowers school leaders to drive high-quality teaching and learning across their teams. Participants will explore strategies to lead pedagogy by promoting evidence-based practices, fostering collaborative professional learning, and supporting staff in implementing high-impact approaches. The program also focuses on designing and leading curriculum that is explicit, well-sequenced, and aimed at deepening student knowledge, skills, and understanding. Leaders will learn how to set and ...

Join our comprehensive Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) training, designed specifically for not-for-profit organisations in WA’s education sector. This event covers all the essentials, including calculating and paying FBT, understanding different types of fringe benefits (such as car and entertainment expenses), and navigating exemptions, reductions, and concessions. You’ll also learn about salary sacrifice, reportable fringe benefits, and how to complete the FBT return. Participants will receive an ex...

Join our comprehensive Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) training, designed specifically for not-for-profit organisations in WA’s education sector. This event covers all the essentials, including calculating and paying FBT, understanding different types of fringe benefits (such as car and entertainment expenses), and navigating exemptions, reductions, and concessions. You’ll also learn about salary sacrifice, reportable fringe benefits, and how to complete the FBT return. Participants will receive an ex...

This event is EOI application. Please contact Lucy Sabatini, AISWA Wellbeing Manager, for more information: lsabatini@ais.wa.edu.auThe Consent and Respectful Relationships Education and Wellbeing Pilot School initiative has been designed to support AISWA Member Schools. The vision of the initiative is to facilitate the delivery of evidence-based and age-appropriate wellbeing, consent and respectful relationships education for Independent schools in Western Australia.This initiative will empower ...

AISWA warmly invites member schools to join our School Registration Seminar. This session is an essential event designed to help your school stay compliant and audit-ready. Led by experts from AISWA and NGSR, these sessions explore current Registration Standards, anticipated regulatory changes, and best practice governance. Learn practical risk management strategies and discover how to strengthen principal reporting processes. Attendees will receive up-to-date insights into evolving compliance r...

This Chair Connect session will provide School Chairs with an opportunity to connect, share insights and explore current matters affecting Independent Schools. I will provide an overview of key sector developments, followed by a presentation from Grange Insurance Solutions on emerging risks in schools, including safety and workplace considerations. The session will address evolving governance issues, including emerging risks, social media considerations and school safety - ensuring a fresh and e...

Enhance your leadership capabilities with Dr Simon Breakspear’s People Leader Program—a practical, nine-week online course tailored for educational leaders at any stage of their journey. Over three interactive digital workshops, you’ll develop the skills to foster psychological safety, openness, and strong team support. Learn how to communicate with clarity, strengthen your leadership presence, and provide feedback that drives meaningful improvement. The program offers immediately actionable fra...

Schools are increasingly seeking to understand how they can better support students experiencing school refusal more accurately described as school can’t, where students are unable to attend or engage in school due to underlying needs. As schools look for effective, compassionate and evidence-based ways to respond, this professional learning session, led by Linda Daniel, will support educators to better understand and address this growing challenge.Drawing on over 20 years of experience across I...

Join mathematics consultant Sheila Griffin for a hands-on, practical exploration of mathematics in the early years. This full-day workshop will immerse educators in play-based, inquiry-driven approaches to numeracy that spark curiosity, build confidence, and connect deeply with children’s everyday experiences.Through hands-on provocations, rich discussions, and real-world examples, participants will explore different ways to embed mathematical thinking into play environments, routines, and inten...

This webinar introduces a practical and accessible framework for developing AI literacy in schools, aligned with the Western Australian Curriculum. It is designed for educators who are leading staff capability building in AI or looking to embed AI literacy into their teaching practice. The session will demonstrate how the framework can be woven into existing programs using familiar language, concepts, and learning approaches. Participants will explore strategies that deepen their own understandi...

Please note, this course costs $2,240. The noted fee of $240 is the deposit only. Invoices will be sent directly to your school for deposit and course payments. The HALT program enhances teacher professionalism by recognising excellence in practice and supporting career progression. Aligned with the AITSL National Certification framework and AISWA’s Guide to Certification of Highly Accomplished and Lead Teachers in Western Australia, this program provides a structured pathway for teach...

Join AISWA CEO Chris Massey and Perth USAsia Centre Chief Engagement Officer & Course Coordinator Dr Lisa Cluett for a brief, informative webinar designed to showcase a unique course that strengthens students’ understanding of Australia’s international relations and strategic role. The session will highlight how students can earn a WACE point while completing ATAR or General courses in Year 11 and 12, and gain a certified, university-designed credential to enhance their global awareness and ...

This professional learning network is tailored for Principals who are either at the beginning of their leadership journey or transitioning into independent education settings. Across three half-day sessions, participants will engage in a collegial and collaborative environment to exchange insights, explore contemporary leadership challenges, and consider practical strategies for leading in independent schools. Each session provides opportunities to reflect on diverse leadership perspectives and ...

Join us for the HIPS 2.0 professional learning event, designed to elevate student outcomes through evidence-informed teaching strategies. This engaging program is tailored for educators and school leaders keen to embed practical, research-backed approaches in their classrooms. Drawing on the latest insights from educational neuroscience and leading research, HIPS 2.0 focuses on four key pillars: clarity, engagement, inclusion and effective lesson design. Each module is crafted for immediate clas...

Join us for our first network meeting of 2026. This is an important event for all new VET & Careers leaders to attend, as well as those returning to the role in 2026 to reconnect and network with your peers.Presentations on the day will include:School Curriculum and Standards Authority Key info for 2026Department of Training and Workforce Development - Career Taster Program,   World Skills & WA Training AwardsAgriculture Education ProgramProgrammed Skilled - School Support in Appren...

AISWA Aboriginal Community Schools Conference 2026 – Broome Themed “Every Student, Every Dream.” This annual gathering brings together AICS principals, teachers, and community leaders to strengthen Aboriginal education across Western Australia. Over several days, participants will engage in practical workshops, cultural learning experiences, and collaborative discussions focused on empowering every student to achieve their aspirations. The conference will showcase innovative practices, share suc...

Join our specialised training designed for adults supporting adolescents facing mental health challenges or crises. This course is ideal for anyone working with young people aged 12 to 18, including those providing pastoral care or interested in enhancing their skills. You’ll gain insight into adolescent development, learn to recognise common signs and symptoms of mental health concerns, and discover effective, research-backed support options. Whether you regularly engage with teens or occasiona...

AISWA Aboriginal Community Schools Conference 2026 – Broome Themed “Every Student, Every Dream.” This annual gathering brings together AICS principals, teachers, and community leaders to strengthen Aboriginal education across Western Australia. Over several days, participants will engage in practical workshops, cultural learning experiences, and collaborative discussions focused on empowering every student to achieve their aspirations. The conference will showcase innovative practices, share suc...

Join our specialised training designed for adults supporting adolescents facing mental health challenges or crises. This course is ideal for anyone working with young people aged 12 to 18, including those providing pastoral care or interested in enhancing their skills. You’ll gain insight into adolescent development, learn to recognise common signs and symptoms of mental health concerns, and discover effective, research-backed support options. Whether you regularly engage with teens or occasiona...

AISWA Aboriginal Community Schools Conference 2026 – Broome Themed “Every Student, Every Dream.” This annual gathering brings together AICS principals, teachers, and community leaders to strengthen Aboriginal education across Western Australia. Over several days, participants will engage in practical workshops, cultural learning experiences, and collaborative discussions focused on empowering every student to achieve their aspirations. The conference will showcase innovative practices, share suc...

How do we move beyond compliance and foster genuine student motivation? This practical, evidence-informed webinar series explores what cognitive science tells us about attention, memory and engagement, and how teachers can apply this knowledge immediately in the classroom.Across two interactive sessions, Dr Jared Cooney Horvath will unpack the difference between participation and learning, why many engagement strategies fail, and how teachers can design lessons that sustain effort, curiosity and...

AISWA is thrilled to announce the launch of the East Kimberley First Nations Immersion Program, taking place from 13–17 April 2026! This inaugural initiative will be AISWA’s flagship cultural learning experience, designed to deepen understanding and strengthen connections with Aboriginal communities. The program offers current and aspiring school leaders and educators a unique opportunity to engage directly with the rich traditions, knowledge systems, and lived experiences of First Nations peopl...