connect for communication

Connect is a learning, support and communication platform developed by the Department of Education WA for staff, students and parent sin public schools.

Connect is our main source of communication.

All important information requiring immediate distribution will be delivered through Connect.

If you are a new parent in 2022, you will have been invited via email to co Connect and given your own unique lo-in. Existing families will continue to use their current log-in. If you have multiple children you will only need one log-in - even if your children attend different public schools.

As well as being able to log-in to Connect on any internet-connected device, you may also receive notices from Connect that will be sent to you as either an email notification on you phone/mobile device. A free app called Connect Now can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store and will let you receive Connect notices as a push notification.

Examples of information you can access in Connect:

  • Class Events

  • Classroom learning activities

  • Notifications from individual teachers

  • Whole school or class notifications

  • Reports

  • Term Planners/Newsletters

frequently asked questions about connect

Will I be notified when a new notice has been published?

Yes. Each time a new notice is published by school staff, an email is automatically sent to your designated email account. The message is included in the email, however, if you wish to access images or files that are attached or add a comment (if the teacher has encouraged you to respond), you will be required to log onto Connect. Alternatively, you may download the free Connect Now app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store to receive notifications on your phone.

Who else sees the class notices?

Only students and parents attached to a teacher’s class are able to access and read class notices.

Where can I get more information?

Additional information is available as flyers at the bottom of the Connect landing page under the heading Connect Help.

What if I don’t really use email?

The Connect Now app enables parents to use their log-in details and stream all of the notices and discussions to their personal mobile device. The app is free and can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.

Can I reply to messages?

The teacher will sometimes invite you to respond to messages. When this happens a Comment button will be visible under the Connect Notice. You can respond either by logging into Connect or through the Connect Now app.

What if I forget my login details?

You are able to set verification questions to reset your own password or if you prefer contact the school if you forget your login details.

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