Home Schooling

In Western Australia, homeschooling is regulated by the School Education Act 1999 and the School Education Regulations 2000. Parents must register with the Department of Education.

This is your primary source of information.

This page provides details on:

• The registration process.
• The role of the home education moderator.
• Reporting requirements (including the need for a learning plan).
• Curriculum guidelines (WA follows the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline).
• Contact information for the Home Education team.

Notification of Intent: You must notify the Department of Education of your intention to homeschool.
Moderation: A home education moderator will be assigned to your family. They will review your educational program and provide support.
Educational Program: You need to develop an educational program that aligns with the Western Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline, demonstrating how you will cover the eight learning areas: English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, The Arts, Technologies, Health and Physical Education, and Languages.
Annual Reporting: You are required to submit an annual report demonstrating your child’s progress.

This is the foundation for curriculum planning in WA.

School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA): This website provides detailed information on the curriculum for each year level and learning area.

These providers are generally used nationally, but it’s important to ensure they align with the WA Curriculum.

Euka Future Learning: Offers alignment with the Australian Curriculum, which can be adapted to meet WA requirements.

Complete Education Australia (CEA): Provides various curriculum options; check for WA alignment.

Australian Christian Homeschooling (ACH): Christian-based curriculum; check for WA alignment.

Simply Homeschool: Family-centered approach; adapt to WA requirements.

Always check alignment with the WA Curriculum and Assessment Outline.

Khan Academy: Free online resource; excellent for supplementation.

Time4Learning: US-based; check for WA alignment.

IXL: Offers practice aligned with the Australian Curriculum, which is a good starting point for WA.

Reading Eggs / Mathseeds: Popular for early literacy and numeracy.

Studyladder: Covers various subjects; check for WA alignment.

Outschool: Live online classes; supplement your core curriculum.

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Home Education Western Australia (HEWA) This used to be the Home Based Learning Network. It is a significant support network for WA homeschoolers. Provides information, advocacy, and connects families.

Search for groups like “Homeschooling in WA,” “Perth Homeschoolers,” and other regional groups. These are excellent for local advice, meetups, and resource sharing.

Many local groups exist throughout WA. Use the Facebook groups and HEWA to find groups in your area. These often organize activities, excursions, and co-ops.

Home Education Australia (HEA)

While national, HEA provides valuable general information and advocacy.

The Educating Parent

Beverley Paine’s website is a treasure trove of articles, resources, and support for Australian home educators, with a focus on natural learning.

Consider a deschooling period if transitioning from traditional school.

Understand your child’s learning style.

Homeschooling offers flexibility; adapt as needed.

Plan for regular social interaction.

Maintain thorough records as required by the WA Department of Education. This includes your educational program, samples of work, and evidence of progress.

Utilize your local library and the State Library of Western Australia for resources, programs, and online databases.

Many museums offer education programs.