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Ever wondered what National Certification is all about? Well here’s your opportunity.Join us for an informative webinar designed for teachers aspiring to achieve Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher (HALT) status. This session will unpack the purpose and process of national certification, highlighting how it recognises expert teaching and supports career progression. Learn about eligibility, evidence requirements, and the professional standards for teachers (AITSL) that underpin certification. We...

Join our comprehensive full-day session, designed for new Business Managers and senior finance staff stepping into the world of school finance and compliance. You'll gain essential insights on Commonwealth and State school funding, the latest Education Acts and Regulations, financial governance, and details on compliance dates. We’ll also unpack ACNC requirements, reporting for school leadership and boards, as well as compliance considerations and industrial relations responsibilities. The sessi...

Join our comprehensive full-day session, designed for new Business Managers and senior finance staff stepping into the world of school finance and compliance. You'll gain essential insights on Commonwealth and State school funding, the latest Education Acts and Regulations, financial governance, and details on compliance dates. We’ll also unpack ACNC requirements, reporting for school leadership and boards, as well as compliance considerations and industrial relations responsibilities. The sessi...

Literacy Bites is a series of practical workshops focused on strengthening literacy teaching in K–6 classrooms, delivered by experts in the field. Each session explores a different aspect of literacy, allowing educators to engage with targeted content relevant to their practice. The workshops are fully stand-alone, giving participants the flexibility to attend one, several, or the entire series based on their interests and needs.The first session features Dylan Collard from Kalyakoorl, who will ...

The Inclusive Education symposium provides unique opportunities for learning support teachers and coordinators to meet and engage in Professional Learning as well as network with peers. This event is specifically designed to address the practical and strategic needs in educating students with disability, recognising the importance of inclusive practices and aligning with current policy. The February symposium will have a dedicated funding focus, exploring state grants. A dedicated Nationally Con...

The Inclusive Education symposium provides unique opportunities for learning support teachers and coordinators to meet and engage in Professional Learning as well as network with peers. This event is specifically designed to address the practical and strategic needs in educating students with disability, recognising the importance of inclusive practices and aligning with current policy. The February symposium will have a dedicated funding focus, exploring state grants. A dedicated Nationally Con...

This year-long project, delivered in partnership with the Reggio Emilia Australia Information Exchange and led by Kirsty Liljegren, is designed for educators who have had limited exposure to professional learning on the educational project of Reggio Emilia. The program supports participants to explore key connections between the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the principles that underpin Reggio-inspired practice. Throughout the project, educators will be introduced to foundational Reg...

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...

We are inviting schools to take part in an exciting design-based research project exploring how digital technologies can strengthen connections between families, children, and teachers during the critical early years of schooling. Building on five years of research with AISWA and using a Funds of Knowledge strengths-based approach, this project will work with Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten teachers, principals, education assistants, and families to:Examine current digital practices in support...

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...

Join us for a 30 minute information webinar introducing AISWA’s exclusive 2026 Study Tour to London and Barcelona. This session, hosted by Helen Aguiar (Director, School Programs and Services) and Kris Stafford (Director, Curriculum and Pedagogy), will walk you through the tour’s unique professional learning opportunities, including a three day leadership intensive at University College London and a two day immersive experience at Learnlife in Barcelona. Discover what’s included, understand the ...

Join renowned educator and author Lisa Burman for an inspiring afternoon webinar focused on creating learning environments that honour children’s identities, promote deep engagement, and reflect a pedagogy of listening and learner agency. This session invites educators to rethink how physical and relational spaces influence learning, relationships, and curriculum design. Through rich provocation and practical examples, participants will explore how intentional environmental choices can support c...

Join us for a comprehensive full-day professional learning program tailored for school leaders and educators keen to embed sustainable data-use practices that truly drive school improvement. Throughout the day, participants will strengthen their data literacy, evaluate current approaches, and develop practical skills in collecting and analysing meaningful data. Learn how to turn insights into focused strategies and actions that make a genuine difference for your school community. The program pla...

Discover effective evidence-based teaching strategies in this three-part webinar series (3 x 3 hours) led by Dr Jared Cooney Horvath, an acclaimed cognitive neuroscientist, educator, and author. This series takes participants on a journey from surface to deep learning, addressing the complexities of knowledge transfer. Each session offers practical insights into aligning feedback and assessment with stages of learning, promoting authentic engagement, and strengthening teacher–student relationshi...

Dr. Sarah Aiono is a leading voice in play pedagogy and CEO of Longworth Education. A former classroom teacher and educational researcher, Sarah specialises in developmentally appropriate, culturally sustaining teaching practices. Through her work across Aotearoa, Australia and internationally, she supports educators to integrate meaningful play into curriculum design, coaching, and leadership. Sarah is also the creator of the Play-Based Learning Observation Tool (P-BLOT™) and a developer o...

Dr. Sarah Aiono is a leading voice in play pedagogy and CEO of Longworth Education. A former classroom teacher and educational researcher, Sarah specialises in developmentally appropriate, culturally sustaining teaching practices. Through her work across Aotearoa, Australia and internationally, she supports educators to integrate meaningful play into curriculum design, coaching, and leadership. Sarah is also the creator of the Play-Based Learning Observation Tool (P-BLOT™) and a developer o...

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 specific demands of English Foundation and English General are targeted in the PL featured at these meetings.  The day may also feature ...

The 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 children and young people with the skills and attitudes to build and maintain healthy, equal and safe relationships throughout thei...

Join us for a practical workshop tailored for board members of Independent schools. Serving on a school board is a rewarding but demanding role, requiring a strong sense of responsibility and accountability. This session will help you clearly distinguish between the board’s strategic oversight and the principal’s day-to-day management. You’ll explore how to meet Non-Government School Registrar requirements and implement best-practice governance. Learn strategies for supporting your principal wit...

We invite you to be part of the AISWA Early Childhood Network Hubs in 2026. Choose the hub that best suits your location—metro hubs are available across Perth, and to support our regional members, Term 3 meetings will be hosted in the Mid-West and Great Southern. Each term will spotlight a key aspect of early childhood education, with Term 1 focusing on Play-based Learning with Intentionality. Each session will include afternoon tea & networking, a school tour and a presentation.

This 3-day course delivered over two terms rethinks languages education in light of two major shifts: the ecological view of language learning and the growing impact of generative AI. Traditional approaches that focus on macro skills and the learning of language as code no longer work. They are also inappropriate in our contemporary world.The sessions will explore how language learning takes place across interconnected ecosystems of pedagogy, curriculum and technology, with a focus on the areas ...

This project is specifically designed for K–2 educators who are eager to integrate inquiry-based learning into their teaching practice. Guided by Kath Murdoch, an internationally recognised consultant renowned for her expertise in inquiry, participants will be supported throughout the journey. The focus of the project is on enhancing pedagogy and empowering children to be capable, curious, and actively engaged learners. Educators will delve into practical strategies and collaboratively design ex...

This workshop, presented by Kath Murdoch is designed for K-2 educators. One of the core elements of an inquiry based approach is the use of a ‘cycle of inquiry’ to support and scaffold both planning and teaching. This collaborative process is creative and dynamic and can be a powerful professional learning experience in itself. In this workshop we will explore practical approaches to designing inquiry journeys with and for our learners with an emphasis on striking a balance between forward mappi...

We invite you to be part of the AISWA Early Childhood Network Hubs in 2026. Choose the hub that best suits your location—metro hubs are available across Perth, and to support our regional members, Term 3 meetings will be hosted in the Mid-West and Great Southern. Each term will spotlight a key aspect of early childhood education, with Term 1 focusing on Play-based Learning with Intentionality. Each session will include afternoon tea & networking, a school tour and a presentation.

Starting a teaching career can be a daunting experience. The AISWA Early Career Teacher program is crafted to empower educators commencing their professional teaching journey. Spanning two days, the program offers early career teachers a chance to foster meaningful connections with peers, while deepening their understanding of key pedagogical strategies and classroom practices. Participants will engage with a variety of resources tailored specifically for early career teachers, enabling them to ...