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Children's University WA

Children's University Western Australia Partnership

The Children’s University Western Australia Partnership (CUWAP) nurtures the aspirations of young children and celebrates their learning beyond the classroom. It aims to inspire a passion for lifelong learning from a young age, strengthen educational engagement, widen participation and support students from diverse backgrounds to access higher education.

The Children’s University (CU) program was first established in Western Australia by Edith Cowan University (ECU) in 2017 and since 2020 is delivered by ECU and the University of Western Australia through the Children’s University Western Australia Partnership (CUWAP).

The CUWAP program encourages and connects families to local learning opportunities offered by community organisations such as public libraries, zoos, parks, museums, art galleries, theatres, sporting and school clubs as well as businesses.

Schools

Schools

Help your students develop and thrive beyond the classroom.

Members and families

Members and Families

Have fun, try out new activities and make friends.

Periodic table at ECU as a learning destination

Learning Destinations

Visit places for family-friendly learning experiences.

News & events

Children's University graduates in their caps and gowns, holding flags and walking in the South West Graduation 2025 Street Parade

ECU South West celebrates graduates across generations

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

ECU South West celebrated both the University and the Children's University graduates from the region in its lively street parade on a day of community togetherness and academic achievement.

An image at the Children's University Graduation of L-R: Mr Colin Pettit, Vice Chancellor of the CUWAP; Hedley Ryder; Professor Clare Pollock, Vice-Chancellor at ECU; Jemima Tomlinson, Principal at Swan View Primary School; Bonnie and Percy Ryder.

Inspiring Children's University graduates celebrate learning beyond the classroom

Friday, 28 November 2025

Proud First Nations Noongar Whadjuk boy and Year 6 student Hedley Ryder celebrated his learning journey to success thanks to the support of ECU's Children’s University program.

Contact us

Please contact the team to learn more about the program and find out how to be involved here at ECU: childrensuniversity@ecu.edu.au

Please note that members of the ECU community, including staff, students or alumni, can work with the Children’s University team to provide outstanding learning activities for primary school students, or volunteer for events such as Children’s University annual graduations.

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The Australian Government, Department of Education and Training’s Higher Education Participation and Partnerships Program (HEPPP) currently fund the program.

The University Department of Rural Health – South West (UDRH-SW) currently fund the program in the South West.

Banner showcasing that the Children's University was The Australian Business Awards Community Contribution Winner 2024 which recognises Australia's Business, Innovation and Technology Leaders.University Department of Rural Health South West (UDRH-SW) Logo

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