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Independent Public Schools
64 schools in second intake
Announcement of schools to start operating as Independent Public Schools in 2011.
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Term Dates
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Education

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Teaching WA

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About the Department

We provide a quality lifelong learning environment to ensure an educated and skilled future for all Western Australians. Across the state, learning opportunities are never out of reach. Our aim is for everyone to have the opportunity to reach their learning and skills potential and contribute to society.