Education for the younger student is just as strong throughout the region with over 20 public and private primary schools, with some 10 public and private high schools. Outside school and work hours, there are superb facilities for sport and recreation. The Bay of Isles Leisure Centre in Esperance also features an indoor swimming pool. Sport and leisure is valued highly throughout the region. All towns offer a range of sporting clubs including local football, tennis, netball , hockey, soccer, and squash, with many having activities such as BMX, skateboarding and scuba diving.
Health services are strong throughout the entire region.
There are major hospitals in Esperance and Kalgoorlie-Boulder with smaller hospitals and nursing posts in most other centres with the RFDS on hand to assist in an emergency. The region is well served with GP's, specialists and ancillary health services. Entertainment ranges from the traditional to the modern. No matter which town you live in there is always something to keep you entertained. The region has many galleries and exhibitions, with the Goldfields Arts Centre offering concerts and shows.