International School of Western Australia

193 St Brigids Terrace, Doubleview, WA 6018, Australia. It sits in the coastal suburb of Doubleview, about 13 km west of Perth city centre, with Early Years through Senior Years on a single campus.

Early Years (K-2); Primary Years (3-6) PYP; Middle Years (7-10) MYP; Senior Years (11-12) DP.

Leading co-educational, non-denominational, independent international school.

The school has 60+ nationalities represented; 44% citizens and 56% international students; top populations include Australian, American, British, Italian, German and Japanese; more than 16 first languages spoken.

Learning Support; English as an Additional Language (EAL); School Counsellor; School Psychologist; Wellbeing Space.

Non-denominational.

Mon–Fri: 8:00–16:00.

ISWA follows the Western Australian curriculum from Kindergarten to Year 10 and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) in Years 11–12. The school also provides Advanced Placement (AP) courses as senior options. DP subjects include Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Environmental Systems & Societies, French ab initio, French B, History, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Mathematics Analysis, Mathematics Applications, Physics, Spanish ab initio, Spanish B, Theatre Arts, and Visual Arts. AP subjects include Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Economics, and US History.

Graduation Statistics May 2023: 29 students; 100% high school graduation; 100% ATAR equivalent of 70+; 92% ATAR 80+; 54% ATAR 90+. AP: 11 students (plus 1 High School student); ISWA highest ATAR equivalent 99.95; 100% ATAR 70+; 100% ATAR 80+; 80% ATAR 99+ (approximate). IB Diploma Programme: 16 students (plus 3 DP Courses students); ISWA highest IB DP score 39; IB DP average 31; world average 30.24; ISWA DP passing rate 100%; world DP passing rate 79.35%. National Testing: 2018-2019, 95% above national average in numeracy, reading, writing, spelling, grammar and punctuation; 2019-2020 NAPLAN not assessed due to COVID-19 restrictions.

ISWA offers multiple pathways to university. The majority of Years 11–12 students choose the IB Diploma Programme, and ISWA is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Graduates have gained admission to universities worldwide, including Baylor University, University of Washington, UC Berkeley, American University of Paris, University of Glasgow, University of British Columbia, University of Western Australia, Edith Cowan University, University of Melbourne, and University of Sydney. ISWA is a SAT and PSAT test centre and provides the U.S. high-school diploma pathway, supporting global university applications.

The IB programme provides an ideal environment for gifted and talented learners to flourish.

ISWA uses Visible Wellbeing (VWB), an evidence-based whole-school framework for wellbeing that underpins learning. All staff are trained in VWB and apply it across daily teaching and interactions. The framework centers on the SEARCH pathways—Strengths, Emotional management, Attention and awareness, Relationships, Coping, and Habits and goals—to provide a shared language for wellbeing. A dedicated Wellbeing Space houses the Counsellor and School Psychologist, who offer individual and small-group support and collaborate with families. The school believes wellbeing strengthens engagement, resilience and belonging, helping students develop curiosity, purpose and social-emotional skills across the IB continuum.

ISWA's Learning Support programme helps students with diverse learning needs access the IB curriculum. The team differentiates instruction and provides targeted small-group or individual intervention. Personalised support plans are developed to reflect each student's strengths, needs and goals. The programme uses evidence-based strategies to improve access, agency and achievement and engages families while collaborating with external specialists when needed.

ISWA supports students developing English as an Additional Language. The EAL programme provides targeted instruction in academic English, small-group and in-class support, and strategies to access all subject areas. Language development is monitored with ongoing assessment across the IB continuum and during transitions into a new linguistic and cultural environment. ISWA's EAL support continues into the Diploma Programme to help students meet academic language demands and assessments. There is an annual review with families to ensure progress.

Mental wellbeing is central to ISWA's learning approach. The School Counsellor provides individual and group support for personal, social, and emotional concerns and collaborates with teachers to promote positive classroom climates. The School Psychologist conducts educational, cognitive and behavioural assessments and offers evidence-informed recommendations and referrals as needed. A dedicated Wellbeing Space supports reflection and access to wellbeing professionals, contributing to a safe, caring environment and a sense of belonging. The school emphasises ongoing staff development in wellbeing to support student flourishing.

ISWA maintains a Child Protection Policy and related safeguarding policies. Other key policies include the Behaviour Policy, Diversity & Anti-Discrimination Policy and a Complaints Handling Policy. These policies guide safeguarding, inclusion and responsive support for students and families.

1. Complete an online application form, upload the required supporting documents, and submit a $150 registration fee per child. All documents must be in English; if any are in another language, include a certified English translation. 2. Enrolment admissions are accepted throughout the school year, and the minimum duration of enrolment is ten weeks. 3. After submission, the enrolment panel reviews the application; an interview, additional information, or a meeting with the Student Support Services team may be requested to understand how best to support the child's learning journey. Offers of enrolment are made subject to class availability. 4. If an offer is approved, an official Offer of Enrolment is issued along with a Confirming Fee invoice; the place is secured only after the fee is paid. 5. ISWA does not process visas; a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) can be provided to assist with a CRICOS international student visa, produced after the Enrolment Package is received and approved. CRICOS Provider Code: 02674 G. 6. For more information or questions, start an Enrolment Enquiry with the Admissions Officer via the Enrolment Enquiry Form.

The Global Achiever Scholarship offers applicants the opportunity to complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and is a merit-based award recognizing outstanding students. It provides a tuition-fee reduction of 15–50% as determined by the Principal after considering the family's ability to contribute. Eligibility applies to students entering Year 7 to 11 in July 2027 (for those not already enrolled) and current ISWA students entering Year 7 in July 2027 or 2028; the scholarship begins when the student starts Year 7. Applications must include an Application Form and a portfolio with academic transcripts (past two years), two letters of recommendation, a written essay (300–500 words), and evidence of extracurricular involvement. A dedicated scholarship committee reviews applications; shortlisted candidates are invited to an aptitude test, interview, and team activities. Timeline for 2026: applications must be submitted by September 7, 2026. Benefits include a tuition reduction of 15–50% for the duration of the student's ISWA tenure, subject to progress and periodic review. Terms and conditions require Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency, maintaining high academic standards and IB Learner Profile attributes, and recognition that the scholarship may be withdrawn if terms are not met; scholarships start in July and cover tuition only (not uniforms, trips, or other costs). Decisions are made at the Principal's discretion and form part of the enrolment contract with parents or guardians at ISWA. A citation: turn2view0 turn3view0