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76 Shenton Road, Swanbourne, WA 6010. Located in the coastal suburb of Swanbourne, the campus covers about 22 hectares. It is less than 100 metres from Swanbourne Station on the Fremantle Train Line, with train, bus, bike and car transport options available.
Early Learning Centre; Junior School; Middle School; Senior School
Independent day and boarding school for boys
Academic support is provided with an open-door tutoring system on weekdays; Heads of Residence coordinate wellbeing and connect students with nurses, psychologists, Chaplain and other support staff as needed.
Australia
Uniting Church
Transperth school bus services are available to Scotch College students; in addition to regular Transperth services, bus costs are charged to Horizons West accounts; check Transperth for up-to-date routes and schedules.
Boarding is offered for boys in Years 7 to 12. The Boarding Houses are Robinson Residence (Middle School) and Syme Residence (Senior School). Boarding Houses house around 10% of the student population, supported by a dedicated team of boarding and academic staff; six families live onsite to provide daily care and guidance. The Head of Residence lives onsite and oversees student wellbeing, with a Housemother assigned to each Boarding House. Scotch runs a Taigh Programme to help first-time boarders build friendships and confidence, including weekly online meetings and in-person orientation camps. An open-door tutoring system operates on weekday evenings to support homework and study.
Senior School summer uniform features khaki shorts, a khaki short-sleeved shirt, a house tie, short khaki socks with school tops, plain black lace-up leather shoes, and an optional school pullover. Winter uniform (Years 8–11) includes grey melange trousers, a black leather belt, a Scotch maroon blazer, a long-sleeved white shirt, a house tie, grey socks, plain black lace-up leather shoes, and an optional school pullover; Year 12 students wear a striped blazer. Summer and winter uniforms are worn according to term and year level.
Catering is provided by Chartwells. Outside of school hours, meals are eaten in the College Dining Room; during the school day, morning tea and lunch are prepared in the Dining Room and served at the Middle School or Senior School Canteens. Dining is generally alfresco, with meals selected from the servery. The evening meal includes two protein options, a vegetarian option, vegetables and salads, plus dessert. Fresh fruit is available in the Dining Room, Canteen and Residences and is replenished regularly. Weekly menus are published in the Boarding Newsletter. FlexiSchools is used for online canteen ordering.
In Senior School, pastoral care operates within a vertical House system, with every student placed in a House led by a House Head and supported by mentor teachers. A daily mentor group exists to foster cross-year relationships, giving younger students role models and older students leadership opportunities.
Scotch College is incorporated under the Uniting Church in Australia Act 1976 (WA). Governance rests with three bodies: the Executive Team, the College Council and the Scotch College Foundation. The College Council governs the School and appoints the Headmaster to lead operations. The Scotch College Foundation, established in 1985, manages endowment funds and gifts, supports scholarships and capital works, and is governed by a Foundation Board.
Junior School teaches the Western Australian Curriculum within the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). The PYP framework encourages curiosity about the world and promotes inquiry-based learning, with inclusive education and an Enrichment Programme for academically talented students. Primary Years (Years 3–5) combine traditional teaching with IB inquiry approaches and learning beyond the classroom. Middle School delivers the Western Australian National Curriculum through an inquiry-based learning framework with opportunities across the Arts, Design and Technology, Languages, Outdoor Education, Sport and STEM. Inclusive education and the Enrichment Programme support students with diverse needs and abilities across the middle years. Senior School delivers a curriculum within the IB Programme framework, the WA Curriculum and the Australian Curriculum with self-driven, inquiry-based learning; students can undertake the IB Diploma, WACE or VET pathways.
In 2021 Scotch College had 1,431 students and 167 teaching staff, giving a student–teacher ratio of approximately 8.6 to 1. This ratio reflects combined across the College in that year, with the school noting a majority of teaching staff as female (about 40:60).
ATAR median was 85.95 in 2021 for Scotch College (132 students), with 176 candidates and 100% WACE graduation. Graduation rate was 88.90% and 99.70% of leavers gained access to at least one WA university. WA university destinations were distributed as follows: 63% University of Western Australia, 14% interstate, 9% overseas, 7% Curtin, 5% Notre Dame, and 2% Murdoch. In 2021, 79% of leavers went to university.
In 2021, 79% of leavers went to university. Within WA, 63% of those pursuing WA higher education attended the University of Western Australia, with 14% going to interstate universities and 9% to overseas universities. Other WA universities included Curtin (7%), Notre Dame (5%), and Murdoch (2%). Some leavers pursued employment, apprenticeships, TAFE, or a gap year.
The Enrichment Programme provides opportunities for academically able students with depth and breadth beyond the mainstream curriculum. The programme aligns with current best practices in gifted and talented education and involves collaborations across sub-schools and with Presbyterian Ladies' College. Some opportunities are by invitation based on outstanding performance in a subject domain; others are by aptitude, application, or interest, including clubs, broadening initiatives, competitions, and tailored outreach programmes.
The school builds empathy, resilience, mindfulness and gratitude; teaches students to recognise emotions in themselves and others and regulate their own emotions; wellbeing is implicit in all areas of life at Scotch, including the Pastoral Care program, academics, sport and service.
Counselling and psychological services are available; three psychologists provide support across Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12; a full-time Chaplain/psychologist, Deans of Pastoral Care in each sub-school, and House Heads monitor and support students across academic and personal areas.
International students must be proficient in English to be eligible for a place; language programmes include French, Indonesian and Spanish.
Counselling and psychology services are provided by three psychologists; a full-time Chaplain; Deans of Pastoral Care and House Heads monitor wellbeing; wellbeing programmes include Friendly Schools Plus (Junior), Aussie Optimism (Middle), SenseAbility (Senior), plus mindfulness initiatives such as Brain Reset and Smiling Mind resources.
The College has a Child Safety Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct, a Complaints Handling Policy, a Managing Child Safety Incidents or Concerns Procedure, and related privacy policies.
Step 1 – Register your interest: If you have visited and decided Scotch is the school for your son, fill in an online application. There is a $200 registration fee for local students, waived for Old Scotch Collegians. The fee can be paid by credit card, cash or cheque.
Step 2 – Confirming your enrolment: If successful, a Letter of Offer is sent by Admissions. Offers are made three years in advance for major intake years (Pre-Primary, Years 4 and 7). To confirm enrolment a confirmation fee is payable, which includes a life membership to the Old Scotch Collegians and a non-refundable Endowment Fee.
Step 3 – Onboarding: The year prior to commencement, students and families are invited to participate in orientation opportunities to ease their transition into the Scotch community.
Step 4 – Intake years, waitlist and contact: Intake years include Early Learning Centre (Pre Kindergarten and Kindergarten), Junior School Pre Primary, Middle School Year 6 and Year 7, and Boarding Year 7. If you require an alternate entry year, contact Admissions to discuss availability. For the latest information on places in your preferred year, contact Admissions at +61 8 9383 6800 or [email protected]. Applications for a year level that is full are placed on a waitlist for review should a place become available; there is no set waitlist review period. Communication regarding Year 7 intake occurs each term in the year prior to entry. If you defer your offer, your child remains on the waitlist for the next intake year.
Step 5 – International students and language: Scotch welcomes students from across Australia and around the world, and all students must be proficient in English in order to be eligible for a place. An International Students Handbook is available for life at the College. The Australian Government requires full fee paying students to contribute to Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
Step 6 – Languages and IB context: The language programme includes French, Indonesian and Spanish; French is taught from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6 and in Years 7–12 students can choose French or Indonesian, with Spanish available to International Baccalaureate Diploma students in Years 11 and 12.
The College offers scholarships for academic and musical excellence, as well as Boarding and Indigenous Scholarships supported by MADALAH. Scholarships are available from Year 7 and are open to both current and prospective students.
Applications for a year level that is full are placed on a waitlist for review should a place become available; there is no set waitlist review period. The College Admissions team processes waitlist applications carefully and aims to find enrolment places for students. Communication regarding Year 7 intake is sent each term in the year prior to entry. If a parent defers an offer, the child remains on the waitlist for the next intake year, retaining their original application date.
6 Morrison Street, Como, WA 6152, Australia. The College campus sits on eight hectares; the main entrance is on Morrison Street, with additional entry points on Thelma Street and Murray Street. The school is located in Como, a southern suburb of Perth in Western Australia. Bus services to Penrhos College are operated by Transperth and Horizons West, with Student SmartRider access for eligible routes.
Early Learning Centre (Pre-K to Year 2); Junior School (Year 3 to Year 6); Secondary School (Year 7 to Year 12).
Independent girls' school; day school with on-site boarding through Menai Boarding House for Year 7–12.
Inclusive Education provides individualized support for students with diagnosed disabilities or additional needs; a team of specialist teachers and education assistants delivers in-class differentiation, modified programs, targeted literacy and numeracy support, and one-on-one or small-group instruction; Gifted education and enrichment opportunities are offered.
Australia
Uniting Church of Australia
Bus services are operated by Transperth and Horizons West; students use a SmartRider; morning and afternoon routes connect Penrhos with Applecross, Booragoon, South Perth, Bicton, Harrisdale/Rossmoyne and Perth Hills; some routes are scheduled as public routes and operate in gazetted school terms; check journey planner for current schedules.
Boarding is provided at Penrhos College through the Menai Boarding House. The House houses 100 girls from Years 7 to 12 on campus, with on-site residential staff around the clock and a Year 12 boarding buddy for new boarders. Boarders have individual rooms, kitchens on each floor and shared spaces, with a program of weekend activities to support social and academic life.
All uniform items are available from the Penrhos College Uniform Shop, and uniform fittings for new students must be booked in advance. School shoes are not sold at the Uniform Shop.
Meals are included as part of boarding, as described in the Boarding Prospectus. The Menai Boarding House contains kitchens on each floor to support meal preparation.
Penrhos uses a house system with inter-house events and a House points tally, including the Interhouse Music Eisteddfod.
Penrhos College is a Uniting Church school. The school's community is strengthened by the Penrhos College Foundation, plus Parent Support Groups and an Alumni Committee.
Penrhos College Secondary School provides a dynamic academic program for Year 7 to Year 12, supported by a dedicated Pastoral Curriculum. Pastoral Programs include Learn, Lead, Unite (Years 7–9); MyEducation (Years 10–12); Wellbeing Framework (Penrhos CONNECT); Community Service; Ngala Maya; and Global experiences, with leadership opportunities integrated across year levels.
Year 12 2024: Cohort size 136; 134 achieved WA Certificate of Education (WACE); 98.5% of students achieved WACE; 98% of students who applied for university entry via Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) were eligible for entry; five of 26 ATAR courses were in the Top 15 WA Schools.
In 2024, 104 Penrhos Year 12 graduates pursued university study; 5 pursued TAFE or other training, 11 deferred, 9 working and 5 apprenticeships. Destinations include Curtin University among universities attended by graduates.
Gifted Education Specialist oversees enrichment and extension opportunities; differentiated programming is delivered within the classroom and through targeted activities to challenge high-potential students. Enrichment and co-curricular opportunities include music ensembles and drama performances, sporting teams and academic clubs such as Future Problem Solving, Philosophy Club, Chess, Debating, Maths Mentor and STEM.
The school prioritizes wellbeing and positive relationships as foundations for growth. The Wellbeing Framework – CONNECT – centers on six themes: relationships, emotions, health, engagement, meaning and accomplishment. The pastoral curriculum provides explicit teaching of social-emotional skills and real-life opportunities to practice them. The school works in close partnership with families; psychologists and pastoral care staff collaborate with staff and parents for early intervention and tailored support. Evidence-based programs such as Kimochis, PATHS and Keeping Safe Protective Behaviours foster emotional literacy, empathy and resilience from the early years.
The Inclusive Education program is grounded in inclusion and individualized learning. A dedicated team of specialist teachers and education assistants supports students with diagnosed disabilities, learning difficulties, additional needs or educational risk across all year levels. They provide individualized programs and strategies to engage with the curriculum in a way that suits learning needs, strengths and learning style, including in-class differentiation, curriculum adjustments and modified programs where required. Targeted literacy and numeracy support, one-on-one and small-group instruction, and collaboration with classroom teachers and parents ensure learning alongside peers with dignity and confidence. English and Mathematics enhancement, gifted education and enrichment opportunities broaden access to full Penrhos experiences.
The school supports mental wellbeing through a proactive pastoral approach with a dedicated wellbeing team. The Wellbeing Framework – CONNECT – shapes the pastoral curriculum, focusing on relationships, emotions, health, engagement, meaning and accomplishment to support mental and emotional wellbeing. Psychologists and pastoral care staff partner with families to identify early intervention strategies and tailor support for each student. Evidence-based, age-appropriate programs like Kimochis, PATHS and Keeping Safe Protective Behaviours promote emotional literacy and resilience. The warm, inclusive environment helps students feel safe, valued and empowered to flourish.
Safeguarding is embedded in the wellbeing framework and pastoral care. The early years curriculum embeds Keeping Safe Protective Behaviours to promote personal safety, healthy boundaries and safe relationships. A culture of care and belonging supports safe and respectful interactions across the school community. The wellbeing team, including psychologists and pastoral staff, collaborates with families to identify safeguarding concerns early and provide tailored support. The school also emphasizes a safe environment through staff training and policies integrated within the pastoral framework.
1. Penrhos College accepts applications at any time and processes them in order of receipt; entry in Pre-Kindy, Kindergarten, Year 5 and Year 7 is in particular demand. 2. Applications require: a copy of the birth certificate, current immunisation record, two most recent school reports (Years 1–12), NAPLAN results (if applicable), and passport and family visa documents (if applicable); there is an application fee of 150 AUD (GST inclusive). 3. After submission, the Enrolments Team processes the application in order of receipt and you will receive written confirmation of receipt; your place on the waitlist is based on the date of the original application, so earlier submissions improve your position; preference on the waitlist is given to siblings of current students, to daughters/granddaughters/nieces of past students, and to siblings of Wesley College. 4. Enrolment offers begin two years before a student's anticipated start date; if the application is received within two years of commencement, the Enrolments Team will be in touch sooner; Penrhos accepts students at any time depending on availability and capacity; the offer process starts with an invitation to attend an interview with the Head of Junior School or the Head of Secondary School, and after a successful interview the Enrolments Team guides the family through the formal Offer and Acceptance process. 5. The Family Confirming Fee is a one‑off, non‑refundable, family-based fee that confirms each student's acceptance; the fee is paid to the Penrhos College Foundation and is not deductible from tuition; early registration is encouraged though vacancies do occur and the Enrolments Team can advise on availability.
Red Dragon – Year 10 2027 Scholarship provides 50% remission of tuition for the remainder of Secondary Studies at Penrhos; additional remission of boarding fees may be considered based on need and boarding house availability; age: entering Year 10 in 2027; eligibility: Australian citizens or Permanent Residents residing in Western Australia who are not already enrolled at the College; applications close on Friday, 6 March 2026 at 12pm AWST. MADALAH Indigenous Scholarship provides a grant payment for the remainder of Secondary School studies at Penrhos; administered by MADALAH on behalf of the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA); age: Year 7–9 (day students) or Year 7 (boarding) in 2027; eligibility: Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and proof of descent, ABSTUDY eligibility or meet any gap payments, good school attendance and behaviour, home location in Western Australia; applications close on Friday, 26 June 2026. Penrhos offers a broad range of scholarships to celebrate students for their academic and/or extra-curricular strengths; more information is available on the Scholarships page.
A waitlist is used and places are allocated based on the date of the original application; earlier submissions improve position; priority on the waitlist is given to siblings of current students, to daughters/granddaughters/nieces of past students, and to siblings of Penrhos' brother school, Wesley College.
Visit Us: 14 McNeil Street, Peppermint Grove, Western Australia 6011. Main Reception (08) 9424 6444. The campus is located in Peppermint Grove, a western suburb of Perth, Western Australia.
Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12; Junior School and Senior School share one campus.
Day and boarding school.
Australia
Uniting Church in Australia
Senior School: Start 8:55 am; end 3:25 pm with six periods (8:55–9:45; 9:55–10:45; 11:05–11:55; 12:05–12:55; 1:35–2:25; 2:35–3:25); recess 10:45–11:05; lunch 12:55–1:35. Junior School: Class time 8:35–8:45; Periods 8:45–9:45; 9:45–10:45; 11:05–12:00; 12:00–12:55; lunch 12:55–1:35; Period 5 1:35–2:30; Period 6 ends with staggered finish (Pre-K & K 2:50 pm; PP & Year 1 3:10 pm; Years 2–3 3:20 pm; Years 3–6 3:30 pm).
Dedicated Horizons West buses; Transperth services; From 2 February 2026, 705 school special route from Fremantle Train Station to PLC in the morning and afternoon; PLC is well serviced by Transperth stops including along Stirling Highway and near Cottesloe Train Station.
Boarding is offered in a Boarding House with the ABC@PLC transition program starting in Term 3 before entry, including Boarding Orientation, Technology Induction, and Weekly Online Classes. The Boarding House provides a holistic recreation programme, a Boarding House Tutoring Programme, weekly wellbeing activities, and a Buddy Programme to help new boarders settle in. Dormitories house Years 7–11 in rooms with 1–4 beds, while Year 12 boarders have single rooms (most with doubles); each room includes a wardrobe, chest of drawers, bed and a safe.
Uniform Shop is PLC Lighthouse, 2 McNeil Street, Peppermint Grove WA 6011. Hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30 pm–4:30 pm, Wednesdays 8:00 am–1:30 pm, and on the Monday before term starts. Categories include dresses, jackets, hats, pants/shorts, shirts, skirts, socks/stockings, sportswear, swimwear.
The Dining Room seats about 140 with outdoor seating for 25. The on-site catering team provides meals and snacks that are seasonal and nutritious.
The school has a House System in the Senior School; The Black Watch is one of the houses.
The school is a College of the Uniting Church in Australia. Governance is provided by the PLC Council and the Senior Leadership Team.
Three distinct pathways help pupils achieve the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE): the ATAR pathway for university entry, the General/VET pathway for hands-on industry experience, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The Years 10 to 12 program is designed to challenge and prepare students for their next steps, whether that is university, vocational training, or the workplace. In Year 10, students follow a broad curriculum while building essential future-ready skills. In Years 11 and 12, the three pathways offer flexibility and depth, and cross-campus classes expand subject choices through Scotch College. Academic Support and Academic Extension provide targeted learning support and enrichment, with the Academic Extension programme described as Gifted and Talented.
Graduates are prepared for university and tertiary education.
Academic Extension (Gifted and Talented) challenges high-ability learners through flexible, cross-year groupings and personalised learning experiences. Competitions and challenges include RAC Imagine Programme, Future Problem-Solvers, Solar Panel Car Challenge, AMT Maths Challenge, AMC Mathematics Competition, ICAS Assessments, and Writing Competitions.
Pastoral care is at PLC Perth's core and supports holistic student development. Senior School cohorts have dedicated House Tutor Groups with a Pastoral and Academic Care Co-ordinator who tracks academic and personal growth. Deans of Wellbeing provide strategic leadership and proactive wellbeing strategies and interventions. Wellbeing is woven into College life through structured programmes and everyday interactions, teaching students to regulate emotions, manage stress, build positive relationships, and find joy and purpose. From Junior School to Year 12, the goal is to help every student build confidence, self-awareness, and inner resources to flourish in school, community and beyond. The PLC Lighthouse is integral to this approach, addressing physical, mental, and spiritual health with on-site facilities including psychologists, recharge rooms, and meditation spaces.
PLC uses a consultative, data-informed approach to create tailored support plans for each student. Students with disability, including gifted students with a disability, and English as an Additional Language/Dialect are supported. The Learning Enrichment team works with students and teachers to provide in-class support aligned to each student's personalised education plan, helping create inclusive classrooms. Learning Enrichment classes for Years 7 to 10 provide targeted support in foundational literacy, numeracy, and executive functioning, with enrichment teachers coordinating across subjects to support social, emotional and academic development. The College also partners with on-campus allied health professionals, including an occupational therapist and a speech pathologist, to support students.
English as an Additional Language/Dialect is supported with data-informed support plans tailored to each student. The Learning Enrichment team provides in-class support for EAL students. Learning Enrichment classes offer targeted literacy, numeracy, and executive functioning support for Years 7 to 10. Pastoral and Academic Care Coordinators monitor progress and help support the social and emotional wellbeing of students. For international applicants, AEAS testing assesses English proficiency and may lead to a recommendation for English language support (ELICOS) before entry. Heads of School and Pastoral and Academic Care Coordinators oversee international student social and academic needs.
Mental health is supported on campus through the PLC Lighthouse, a three-storey wellbeing facility. The Lighthouse houses psychologists, recharge rooms, and meditation spaces for relaxation and mental clarity. Wellbeing is woven into College life through structured wellbeing programmes, pastoral care, and everyday interactions that teach emotion regulation, stress management, and relationship skills. Deans of Wellbeing provide strategic leadership and proactive wellbeing strategies to guide cohorts and individuals. Vertical House Tutor Groups and senior mentorship provide ongoing emotional and social support.
The College has a Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing with zero tolerance for child abuse, grooming, and harm. The Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct are available to staff, students, families, volunteers, contractors, and the wider community. The Student Wellbeing policies include counselling services, bullying prevention, and other safety procedures. Counselling Services Policy and Procedures (Students) are part of safeguarding. Concerns and Privacy policies provide guidance and a complaints handling framework to address concerns and protect privacy.
Enrollment is managed through PLC Perth's Enrolling system. The Start Your Journey section presents the enrolment path, with Enrol Now and Book a Tour options to join PLC. A 2026 Schedule of Fees is published for day and boarding students, and a separate 2026 International Students schedule of fees applies. Scholarships and bursaries are offered annually to current and prospective students to recognise achievement and support access. For more information, contact the Admissions Team at (08) 9460 6555. The College address is 14 McNeil Street, Peppermint Grove, Western Australia 6011.
Scholarships and bursaries include First Nations Scholarships for boarding and day students entering Years 7–10 in 2027, with boarding included but not required to board; eligibility requires identification as a First Nations Australian and Abstudy eligibility. Applications open December 2025 and close 17 April 2026; documents required include the First Nations Scholarship Application Form, school reports, Year 3/5/7 NAPLAN results, birth certificate, a sample of written work, a handwritten statement, and a written reference. Selection considers academic progress, study skills, leadership, and contribution to PLC community, with family support and financial contribution required. Foundation Means-Tested Scholarships for Year 7 provide 100% tuition fees from Year 7 to 12; Applications opened 21 November 2025 and closed 30 January 2026, with testing on 12 February 2026 (remote testing available); a Parent Information Session and College Tour were scheduled, and applications require the Foundation Scholarship forms and supporting documents. Other bursaries include Old Collegians' Association Bursaries and Music Bursaries; Academic, General Excellence, and Performing Arts Scholarships have separate application windows and testing processes. For further details, contact Admissions at (08) 9424 6555.
30 Marapana Rd, City Beach, WA 6015, Australia
Elementary and Middle School
Full-time Japanese school; private; recognized by the Japanese government (Ministry of Education) and authorized by the Australian federal government and Western Australian government
Japan
The school is a full-time Japanese school recognized by the Japanese Ministry of Education (MEXT) and privately licensed by the Australian federal government and Western Australian government. Education follows MEXT's guidelines and provides elementary and middle school curricula. Graduates receive recognition equivalent to those in Japan. The School Management Council under the Western Australian Japanese Association operates the school; funding comes from entrance fees and tuition, subsidies from the Japanese government, subsidies from the Australian Government and Western Australian Government, and donations.
The Japanese School in Perth is a full-time school accredited by the Government of Japan and MEXT and is officially recognized as an independent school by the Western Australia Department of Education and the Australian Department of Education. The curriculum is based on the Course of Study prescribed by MEXT and the school runs primary and junior high school programs. The school shares its campus with City Beach Primary School, and some classes and events are conducted jointly with the local school. English education is provided by native English-speaking teachers across all year levels, with classes divided into three ability groups. Enrollment as of June 2024 was 33 students (26 primary, 7 junior high); the teaching staff comprised 14 teachers (9 full-time) and total staff was 17.
Approximately 2.4 students per teaching staff based on 33 students and 14 teachers as of June 2024.
Student outcomes are monitored using the National Curriculum Guidelines, with a sample of subject-level goals and achievement for Years 5 and 6; the Annual Report includes Naplan-like literacy and numeracy evaluations (NAPLAN National Assessment Program – Literacy) to indicate progress and whether goals are achieved.
The Japanese School in Perth provides a caring, supportive and safe learning environment for all students. It implements the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and adheres to the framework of a Child Safe Organisation. The school maintains an environment where children's safety and wellbeing are at the centre of thought, values and actions. It places emphasis on genuine engagement with and valuing of children and young people, and creates conditions to reduce the likelihood of harm. It responds to concerns, disclosures, allegations or suspicions of harm and expects all members of the school community to share this commitment.
English education is provided with instruction led by native English-speaking teachers. English proficiency varies by student and is addressed with level-appropriate classes. Primary 1–2 have three hours of English (ELS) per week; Primary 3–6 have four hours of English (ELS) plus one hour of Australian Learning (ACL) taught in English. Middle School combines four hours of the Japanese curriculum with three hours of English (ELS) plus one hour of ACL. ELS covers reading, writing, speaking and phonics, with three proficiency groups and lessons aligned with the local City Beach Primary School curriculum, on the same site for practical application. ACL adapts Humanities and Social Sciences for Japanese learners and is taught in English by native teachers, covering Australian history, geography, politics and economics. English proficiency tests are offered optionally; 2025 results included Level 2 (two students), Level 3 (four students) and Level 4 (two students).
The school provides a caring, supportive and safe learning environment focused on student wellbeing. It maintains safety and wellbeing at the centre of thought, values and actions and emphasizes genuine engagement with children and young people. It creates conditions to reduce harm and increases the likelihood of identifying harm, and it responds to concerns, disclosures or suspicions of harm. It follows policies related to student safety and wellbeing as core to the school's operations.
The Japanese School in Perth is a Child Safe Organisation, implementing the National Principles and adhering to child safety frameworks. It follows policies including the Child Protection Policy, Staff Code of Conduct, Student Code of Conduct, Complaints Policy, Anti-Bullying Policy and Online Safety Policy. It includes Keeping Safe Curriculum integrated into its curriculum, taught within Japanese subjects, Health & PE and English. A formal concerns and complaints process exists with a child-friendly approach and staff are trained to respond promptly in line with policy. The school enforces a Working With Children Check for all staff, and teachers are registered with the WA Teachers Registration Board; staff from Japan are recruited by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology with oversight. Online safety and ongoing professional development support staff in safeguarding and wellbeing.
1. Enrollment is generally approved after the Principal interviews and screens the applicant, and the decision is reported to the School Governing Board. The admission review is conducted primarily through an on-site interview. Enrollment cannot proceed on a tourist visa. Short-term entry of up to three months may be possible, but dual enrollment at another school is not allowed, so students must withdraw from their current school before enrolling in JSP.
2. On the day of the visit, submit the Enrollment Application and Family Environment Survey (both on the school's designated forms) and participate in the interview and any required assessments. After the Principal approves admission, pay the enrollment fee and tuition.
3. Prepare the documents as specified for admission. For transfers from Japan, provide the Enrollment Application, Family Environment Survey, passport (photo page), visa copy, and a certificate of enrollment from the previous school; for transfers from a local school, provide the Enrollment Application, Family Environment Survey, all passports, visa copy, and the local enrollment certificate or an equivalent document; for new-year primary 1 admissions, provide the Enrollment Application and Family Environment Survey, and the admission guidelines will be announced on this site when recruitment begins. Transfer-related forms can be downloaded here: Enrollment Intent, Family Environment Survey, Enrollment Application.
There is currently no waitlist as enrollment per grade is kept at about 15 students to maintain class size. If enrollment exceeds capacity in a given year, a waitlist may be implemented.
