The Western Cape Education Department seeks to ensure that all learners of the Western Cape acquire the knowledge, skills and values they need to lead fulfilling lives, and to contribute to the development of the province and the country.

The department divides the Western Cape into seven districts, and educates close on 900 000 learners in a year, with a staff of around 30 000 educators.

The department is responsible for education at all levels including:

• Early childhood development.
• General education and training.
• Further education and training.
• Adult basic education and training.

The Western Cape Education Department maintains a comprehensive education website that contains up-to-date information and online services including:

• The online "Find-a-School" search facility.
• A database of media releases.
• Curriculum news.
• Educational resource materials.
• Circulars and minutes.
• A database of education-related legislation.