Awarded to a teacher or educator who demonstrates excellence in a field of STEM education in schools (primary, secondary, and/or vocational education in a school setting), and who has made outstanding contributions to enhancing student engagement in STEM.
Now in its 24th year, the Premier's Science Awards recognises and celebrates the outstanding scientific research and engagement taking place in Western Australia.
This year, 4 finalists have been selected for the inaugural STEM Educator of the Year (Schools) category:
Christopher Lambe
Grandis Primary School
Chris Lambe is the Level 3 Science Specialist at Grandis Primary School. He is a leader in STEM learning that includes local indigenous science knowledge and the best in modern Science teaching.
His teaching program focuses on high impact teaching strategies and cooperative learning skills as well as utilising wider community resources to deliver real Science and Technologies in the classroom.
His implementation of 'Einstein First' strategies and commitment to networking with schools and outside agencies earnt him the 'Star Teacher' award from UWA. His online video series has enabled him to share resources to Science specialists across Australia.
Nathan Curnow
Willetton Senior High School
Nathan is a dynamic, indefatigable educator who embodies radical excellence in science education to engage students in science and STEM.
Embracing creativity with an understanding that it is fundamental to developing future leaders in STEM, he connects students with scientists and their stories to inspire them and feed aspiration.
Leading from the front, he brings intersectional experience to lead at the state, local and national levels.
Dr Roslyn London
Balga Senior High School
Dr Roslyn London, the Teacher-in-Charge of STEM at Balga Senior High School, believes ‘STEM skills are life skills’ crucial for a changing world. She advocates for a learning model that first explicitly teaches basic concepts, allowing students to apply this knowledge by solving real-world problems through participation in competitive challenges to build essential STEM and enterprise skills.
Drawing on her background of disrupted education and as an English language learner, she connects with students to inspire, support, and empower them. She actively builds partnerships with external organisations to expand student opportunities in STEM and expose them to diverse career pathways.
Stuart Carr
Applecross Senior High School
Stuart Carr is a Design and Technologies teacher at Applecross Senior High School, where he leads innovative, hands-on STEM programs that inspire students to solve real-world problems.
Stuart’s teaching empowers students of all abilities to engage meaningfully with STEM – through hands-on engineering challenges, inclusive design projects, cross-age primary partnerships and real-world applications that connect learning to life beyond the classroom.
A recipient of the 2024 Best Design and Technology Teacher in WA award, Stuart also supports staff development through workshops on inclusive technologies and digital tools, helping to build a more future-ready, collaborative school community.
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