Gifted and Talented Program Information

Gifted and Talented Program Information

Dear Class 5 Parents and Caregivers,

Students in Gifted and Talented programs in public high schools follow an enriched curriculum designed for their needs, delivered by teachers with expert skills and knowledge. Access is provided to universities, industry bodies and mentoring programs with opportunities to take part in national and international competitions.

The selection process starts when students are in Year 5, testing in Year 6, with placement starting from Year 7. Limited vacancies may also be available for entry into Years 9, 10 and 11.

These Gifted and Talented academic, arts and languages programs are available at 24 select public secondary schools.

Applications for the 2027 intake open Tuesday 14 October 2025 and close 6pm Friday 6 February 2026. To be notified when they open, and learn more about parent information sessions and the programs offered click here.

Balcatta Senior High School have asked us to share information regarding their Gifted and Talented Visual Art Program with you. It is a scholarship program offered to students identified as Gifted and Talented in the Visual Arts, usually in Year 6 for entry into Year 7. The program was established at Balcatta Senior High School in 1979 and WCSS has had several graduates accepted into the program over the years. You can read more about the program by visiting their website here.

Warm regards,

WCSS Administration