The Journey Continues: Good to Great
Mount Lawley Senior High School has long been recognised as one of Western Australia's top public schools. Since 1955, we have earned a strong reputation for academic excellence, creativity, and student success.
Mount Lawley is more than just a place of learning; it is a place where great people are made. Our values live in every corner of the campus: in the inspiring photographs that line the corridors, and along our 'Walk of Fame', which honours our alumni, the Lawley Legends. This celebrated group includes philanthropists, community leaders, high achievers in business, law, politics, entertainment, the military, and international sporting champions.
We are proud of our past, but our focus is firmly on the future. We are on a transformational journey, moving from being a good school to becoming a truly great one. We are the right choice for passionate educators and for young people seeking an inspiring, inclusive and forward-thinking environment in which to learn, develop, innovate and thrive.
Our vibrant school community is big on opportunity, big on creativity, and has a big heart. We celebrate the individuality and strengths of every student, and we are passionate about helping each one explore their potential, expand their horizons, and build a successful future.
We empower students through a dynamic and engaging curriculum, a culture of high expectations, and a campus alive with curiosity and exploration, particularly in languages, music, visual and performing arts, and technology. Our dedicated teaching teams work closely to support each student's needs, both in their learning and in their social and emotional development.
Academic success matters, and our students consistently achieve strong results in standardised and national tests, and university and vocational pathways. But learning at Mount Lawley extends far beyond the classroom. Across our campus, you'll see vocational students applying their skills in engineering and construction, hospitality, sport, and creative industries.
Our three sub-schools: Middle School (Years 7 & 8), Upper School (Years 9 & 10), and Senior School (Years 11 & 12) provide targeted academic programs, personalised support, and specialist pathways that evolve with students as they grow. This structure ensures students feel connected, confident, and well prepared for every stage of their schooling.
Learning is enriched by our partnerships with industry, tertiary institutions, and the broader community. Our renowned Special Visual and Performing Arts Program continues to expand, with exciting developments on the horizon. In 2026, Edith Cowan University relocates to its new city campus, and we will take ownership of the prestigious WAAPA (Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts) facilities, offering our students even greater access to world-class creative opportunities.
Students can choose from five languages, including placement in our selective Gifted and Talented Languages Program, and are encouraged to participate in cultural tours, concerts, sporting competitions, and meaningful community service. Leadership is actively fostered through roles such as prefects, councillors, cadets, and house, music and language captains.
Mount Lawley Senior High School boasts a modern, purpose-built campus that reflects our ongoing commitment to providing a high-quality, future-focused learning environment. Over the past two decades, the school has undergone significant transformation, beginning with the construction of the Middle School and the Mount Lawley Sports and Fitness Centre in 2004, creating a strong and contemporary foundation for student learning and wellbeing.
A major phase of development followed the statewide move to transition Year 7 students into high school, prompting further expansion and investment in facilities. This vision has continued with the addition of our cutting-edge STEM Centre in 2020, designed to foster innovation, collaboration and inquiry-based learning, and our impressive two-storey, 20-room Senior School block, opened in 2024, which offers modern, purpose-designed spaces that support academic excellence and student success in Years 11 and 12.
Wellbeing is at the heart of what we do. While we value performance and achievement, we equally prioritise happiness, connection and belonging. Our staff are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment where every student feels seen, supported, and proud of who they are.
Mount Lawley SHS celebrates cultural diversity and the power of community. Our students represent over 60 nationalities, and our Aboriginal Excellence and Follow the Dream Programs are nurturing a generation of strong, culturally grounded leaders, while bringing the entire school on a meaningful journey through Australia's First Nations history, language, and culture.
With a rich heritage, a thriving present and a bold vision for the future, Mount Lawley Senior High School is a place where students come to learn, grow and lead and where the journey from good to great is already well underway.
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