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Join mathematics consultant Sheila Griffin for a full-day, hands-on workshop tailored for teachers keen to boost their confidence in delivering the WA Maths Curriculum. This interactive session will dive into key areas: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, and Financial Mathematics. Participants will engage with Concrete Representational Abstract (CRA) tasks, learning practical strategies for differentiation and assessment to suit a range of student needs. The workshop places a speci...

Join colleagues from across WA for a dynamic and collaborative Secondary Science Network Day, designed specifically for teachers and coordinators of Science. This professional learning opportunity provides time and space to share resources, exchange ideas, explore current issues in Science education, and engage in meaningful professional dialogue. The day will include insights from SCSA where participants will explore key messages from recent ATAR examination reports to better understand common ...

AISWA is excited to partner with the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER), one of the world's leading independent educational research organisations, in delivering an evidence-informed professional learning program for school improvement. This 2-day program is designed to introduce school leaders to an evidence-informed approach to school improvement, drawing upon the expertise of the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). The program will provide participants with an ...

Elevate your school’s leadership with the Middle Leader Masterclass Series, a comprehensive bundle featuring six expertly designed courses for educators stepping into or strengthening their middle leadership roles. This package provides targeted professional development covering key areas essential for today’s educational leaders.Leading Educator Wellbeing and Resilience - 5 May 2026 Leading Pastoral Practice with Insight - 12 June 2026 Facilitation and Presentation Skills Including Ru...

Teaching is both rewarding and challenging, with heavy workloads, complex student issues and high expectations from parents often placing considerable demands on classroom teachers. It is essential for middle leaders to recognise workplace pressures and develop a toolkit of strategies to lead psychological safety within the team and support teachers’ wellbeing and resilience.This professional learning workshop will equip middle leaders with evidence-based strategies to lead and strengthen staff ...

AISWA is excited to partner with the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER), one of the world's leading independent educational research organisations, in delivering an evidence-informed professional learning program for school improvement. This 2-day program is designed to introduce school leaders to an evidence-informed approach to school improvement, drawing upon the expertise of the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). The program will provide participants with an ...

AISWA, in partnership with AITSL, will conduct an implementation pilot of the Professional Standards for Middle Leaders in 2026. The purpose of this pilot is to strengthen the leadership capabilities of middle leaders, amplifying their impact as key agents of school improvement. Through a series of structured activities, participants will unpack the Middle Leader Standards to develop the dispositions, knowledge, and skills required for effective leadership. Participants will explore the capabili...

Literacy Bites is a series of workshops led by literacy specialists, each exploring a different aspect of K–6 literacy teaching. The sessions are completely stand-alone, giving educators the flexibility to attend one, several, or the full series depending on their interests and needs.This webinar focuses on practical, engaging strategies that support language and literacy development through classroom-based play. Participants will explore simple techniques that can be easily embedded into everyd...

We invite you to join the AISWA early childhood network for the South West which will be hosted by Georgiana Molloy Anglican School. The focus of the first meeting will be on the important role of play within schools. An AISWA consultant will facilitate the session and provide provocations for discussion. All attendees will receive a Padlet containing valuable resources, research and evidence. The network meeting is open to all PK–2 educators in your community, including Education Assistants.

Join us for the Keeping Safe: Child Protection Curriculum (KS:CPC) two-day program, designed for educators in AISWA member schools.Day 1 features the KS:CPC Educator Course, equipping teachers with strategies and resources to teach children and young people (ages 3-17+) about safety, respectful relationships, recognising and reporting abuse, and protective measures. Participants receive a comprehensive course handbook and guidance on implementation, resource access, and parent/carer engagement.D...

AISWA Early Childhood is thrilled to offer this opportunity to work with Robyn Collard, AISWA Aboriginal Education Consultant Kristy Ninyette and AISWA Early Childhood team. This targeted project is open to a small number of invited schools, selected based on their Expression of Interest. The project aims to achieve two goals: To broaden participants' cultural education and to develop strategies to embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into their classrooms. The primary emphas...

Join us for the Keeping Safe: Child Protection Curriculum (KS:CPC) two-day program, designed for educators in AISWA member schools.Day 1 features the KS:CPC Educator Course, equipping teachers with strategies and resources to teach children and young people (ages 3-17+) about safety, respectful relationships, recognising and reporting abuse, and protective measures. Participants receive a comprehensive course handbook and guidance on implementation, resource access, and parent/carer engagement.D...

Network days provide opportunities for teachers to meet and engage in Professional Learning throughout the academic year. The Network Days are designed to meet the specific needs of teachers engaged in the various English courses. A range of presenters and activities are sourced for these events to address the demands of each of the courses.The focus is broad and includes the 7-10 syllabus, as well as all the Senior Secondary courses.  This PL is run in conjunction with CEWA.8:30am Registra...

This project is led by Dr Amie Fabry and is a repeat of our highly successful 2025 project. Participants will be introduced to the Early Years Leadership Framework. The Leadership Framework is designed to develop early childhood leaders' understanding of their role and equip leaders with strategies to lead ongoing improvement and change. During the program, early childhood leaders will use the Framework to identify an aspect of pedagogy that requires improvement, develop a plan for leading impro...

The AISWA Teaching Innovation Fellowship is a hands-on professional learning program that supports teachers to design, test and refine an innovation that improves learning in their classrooms. Across four in-person workshop days and two online Community of Practice sessions, Fellows move through an innovation cycle—Imagine, Design, Experiment and Evolve—working collaboratively to explore evidence, prototype new ideas and reflect on impact. Facilitated by Professor Glenn Savage, the Fellowship em...

Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking event designed for school leaders committed to building safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environments.We are delighted to welcome Dr Alec O’Connell, a highly respected educational leader from Scotch College WA, as our keynote speaker. With extensive experience in leading high-performing school communities, Dr O’Connell brings a deeply authentic and practical perspective on leadership, wellbeing, and the realities of modern school life. Known...

Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking event designed for school leaders committed to building safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environments.We are delighted to welcome Dr Alec O’Connell, a highly respected educational leader from Scotch College WA, as our keynote speaker. With extensive experience in leading high-performing school communities, Dr O’Connell brings a deeply authentic and practical perspective on leadership, wellbeing, and the realities of modern school life. Known...

Telecommunications are changing rapidly and now AI is accelerating the demand for faster, more reliable networks, greater redundancy, smarter devices, and better data handling. In this session, Telair will unpack the core internet and phone options in simple language, highlight new AI‑driven network requirements, and show you exactly how to check whether your school is equipped for today and tomorrow.You will walk away with a clear list of actions to reduce costs, improve reliability, and p...

School-based psychologist network meetings are held biannually at AISWA, one in Term 2 and one in Term 4. The meetings allow psychologists in Independent schools to meet with their peers. Each meeting focuses on a topical psychology issue. Details will be provided closer to the date of the meeting.Please note, this event is open to School-Based Psychologists ONLY.

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...

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? The Aspiring Leaders Program is a vibrant two-day professional development opportunity designed for educators in both primary and secondary schools keen to pursue leadership roles. This engaging program combines hands-on workshops, reflective exercises, and collaborative activities to support participants in discovering their leadership strengths and developing the skills needed for educational leadership. Throughout the progra...

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? The Aspiring Leaders Program is a vibrant two-day professional development opportunity designed for educators in both primary and secondary schools keen to pursue leadership roles. This engaging program combines hands-on workshops, reflective exercises, and collaborative activities to support participants in discovering their leadership strengths and developing the skills needed for educational leadership. Throughout the progra...

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 ...

Educational Leadership Beyond the Horizon Join us at Optus Stadium on Monday 18 May, for the 2026 AISWA Leaders Conference, where School Leaders, Principals, and Board Members will gather for an inspiring and transformative day. This year’s theme, Educational Leadership Beyond the Horizon, will feature thought-provoking sessions reflecting our commitment to preparing educational leaders for the evolving challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. In an era of rapid change, this event will ...

Educational Leadership Beyond the HorizonJoin us at Optus Stadium on Monday 18 May, for the 2026 AISWA Leaders Conference, where School Leaders, Principals, and Board Members will gather for an inspiring and transformative day. This year’s theme, Educational Leadership Beyond the Horizon, will feature thought-provoking sessions reflecting our commitment to preparing educational leaders for the evolving challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. In an era of rapid change, this event will provid...