About SPAWA

The School Psychologists’ Association of Western Australia Inc. was established in 1989 by a small group of School Psychologists who were keen to provide professional support for School Psychologists in WA.

SPAWA is affiliated with the Australian Psychologists and Counsellors in Schools (APACS) previously the Australian Guidance and Counsellors Association (AGCA) and is an active Association that is comprised of School Psychologists working in public, Catholic and Independent schools.

Our Association provides opportunities for resource sharing, professional development and regular events that address the complex aspects of working as a psychologist in schools. Our professional events are open to non-members and focus on the practical aspects of working with young people and school systems.

SPAWA meetings occur twice a term, and are supplemented by social and professional learning events.

35 Years of SPAWA

In it’s 35th anniversary year, the 2024 Committee wanted to document and celebrate the dedication, passion and extensive contributions to school psychology made by the School Psychologists Association of WA over the past 35 years. Please see the below link for the final document!

SPAWA Committee 2024-25