About Scitech
Scitech is a not-for-profit organisation proudly supported by the Western Australian Government through the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation
Investing in the future of Western Australians
Our dedicated partners enable us to do more, reach more, engage more and inspire more, every day. These partnerships continue to help us bring the very best in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), interactive learning and positive futures to all Western Australians.
With your support, we’re re-inventing STEM engagement and reshaping the delivery of our vision in the digital age.
Our partnerships play an important role in helping to transform lives, empower communities, diversify our economy and develop our future workforce.
We invite you to share in our successes on this journey.
Inspiring Western Australia
Hosted in WA by Scitech, Inspiring WA is a part of a nationwide initiative called Inspiring Australia.
Inspiring Australia is a government program aimed at engaging all Australians with STEM. Through the delivery of National Science Week, the distribution of state-wide grant funding, and the support provided to regional networks the program aims to support STEM events and initiatives in every corner of Western Australia.
Lighthouse Maths
Supported by Chevron.
Lighthouse Maths is a professional learning program that upskills primary school teachers to deliver effective, research-based lessons focused on problem-solving and reason, to boost student engagement and achievement in mathematics. The program provides teachers with learning modules, personalised coaching, and classroom resources to implement the approach of Powerful Problem-Solving.
Alcoa Digital Technologies Enrichment Program
Supported by Alcoa Foundation.
Under the umbrella of the Alcoa Foundation Digital Technologies Enrichment Program, Scitech, in partnership with Alcoa Foundation, are delivering two professional development components for primary school teachers that will enhance students’ capability to learn, understand and be responsible with digital technology and systems.
Mitsui Future Computing Program
Supported by Mitsui Iron Ore Development.
The Mitsui Future Computing Program is a professional learning and student workshop program for Pilbara schools that helps build confidence in teaching physical computing.
Through mentoring, resources and hands-on workshops, teachers gain experience in planning and delivering physical computing lessons and foster enthusiasm for technology-based learning.
STEM Club
Supported by Woodside Energy.
STEM Club is an intensive multi-week after school program for students in years 4-6. Participants dive deep into STEM concepts through imaginative hands-on projects such as designing and building a rubber band car, coding and constructing an animatronic figure, and building and modifying a gravity defying glider.
Aboriginal Education Program (AEP)
These interactive, hands-on workshops have been developed with a cultural awareness of the people and landscapes of our regional and remote Aboriginal communities. Programs include student and professional learning workshops, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy.
DIY Science Kits
Supported by Rio Tinto.
DIY Science Kits are fully self-contained classroom resources – providing teachers with all the equipment and information to run engaging and relevant lessons. The kit content is appropriate to Pre-Primary to Year 6, and is aligned to the Australian Curriculum to meet the sub-strands of Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Earth and Space Sciences. Available to teachers for hire, each kit contains the materials needed to run up to 8 weeks’ worth of themed lessons, experiments and investigations.
Rio Tinto Innovation Central
Supported by Rio Tinto.
Rio Tinto Innovation Central (RTIC) is a 300-square-metre interactive exhibition space within the Discovery Centre. Visitors are encouraged to develop problem-solving skills and explore innovative principles through design, building, testing, and creating. This space is available for school excursions, where students engage in engineering, coding, and robotic challenges that extend STEM learning beyond standard classroom lessons.
Karratha Integrated Digital Technologies
Supported by Woodside Energy.
To meet the growing need for young Australians to use technological expertise in the face of solving complex global challenges, Scitech has partnered with Woodside Energy to deliver the Integrated Digital Technologies program.
Offered to primary schools in the Pilbara region in 2025, 2026 and 2027, this year-long program enhances teachers’ capacity to understand and integrate technology into their everyday teaching practice.
Corporate Partners
