Mount Lawley SHS, founded in 1955, is one of the premier public schools in WA catering for Years 8 to 12 in Middle and Senior school components. Within 5km of the CBD, it has a rich history of student success. The school's Alumni is extensive and impressive in terms of the contribution to WA. Former students play leading roles in business, commerce, the arts, the professions and sport. Mount Lawley SHS has been a recipient of many accolades including inaugural Middle School of the Year and Science Teacher of the Year. Most students undertake further education or training after Year 12 and we are committed to the provision of programs for all post-school destinations, including university, TAFE and employment. Students attending represent over 50 nationalities and 40 languages. It is a multi-cultural community and with its strong supporting structures, meets the needs of this diverse student group. It has strong partnerships with parents and the broader community. The school has undergone an extensive re-build resulting in outstanding facilities to support learning. It benefits from an ITC backbone and computing facilities are located throughout the school providing students with the tools to learn through technology. The school has a Memorandum of Understanding with Edith Cowan University which has resulted in shared programs. It is the only school in WA to offer the Certificate IV in Music through the WA Academy of Performing Arts. The Vision, 'Inspire to Aspire' underpins a philosophy of providing students with a rich learning experience focusing on rigour, growth and relationships. Mount Lawley SHS values Achievement, Excellence, Tolerance, Respect, Perseverance and Learning. The school's goal is the development of well rounded students achieved through engaging in programs such as community service, Interact and support to charities. The school offers an extensive array of courses. An example is the rich selection of languages. Students may choose Italian, Chinese, Indonesian, French or German. Mount Lawley..