St Paul of the Cross Catholic Primary School Dulwich Hill has been ranked second in NSW for overall student growth averages among schools in the top ICSEA quartile, according to an independent analysis of 2025 NAPLAN data published by the Sydney Morning Herald.
At Sydney Catholic Schools, play is recognised as an important part of educating the whole child, supporting students’ academic, social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth while helping them develop the confidence, resilience and skills needed to flourish. …
For many parents, choosing a school is less about labels and more about a quiet but important question: Where will my child flourish?
Increasingly, families …
As National Reconciliation Week draws to a close, St Aloysius College Cronulla student Matilda Thearle has made history as the first Allied Health school-based Aboriginal trainee at Sydney Local Health District.
The Year 12 student is completing a …
Sydney Catholic Schools’ gifted and talented visual arts students stepped into a world of creativity, history and faith during a two-day immersive arts experience inspired by one of the world’s most iconic artistic masterpieces.
As a result of Pope Leo XIV recently naming Bishop Danny Meagher as the eleventh bishop of the Diocese of Rockhampton, Sydney Catholic Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Mark Lennon as Interim Chair of the Syd …
Freedom is months away. One Shakespeare unit stands between Year 12 and the rest of their lives. And the teacher covering the class? A PE sub who absolutely did not sign up for this.
This was the premise of The Shakespeare Project — a wholly original musical devised by 28 stu …
The search for the next generation of Catholic educators has begun, with Sydney Catholic Schools opening applications for its 2026 Teacher Scholarship Programs.
Eligible Year 12 students can now apply for one of two pathways into a rewarding career in Catholic education, with up to $22,000 …
The votes are in, the portraits are hanging, and the winners of Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) 2026 Portrait Prize have been announced.
Now in its fifth year, the SCS Portrait Prize serves as a powerful platform to recognise and celebrate outstanding Visual Arts students, setting …
On the wall of Freeman Catholic College Bonnyrigg Heights, a timber model of Wall-E stands quietly on display. It has been there for years — a relic of one student’s ambition, now watching over a new generation finding theirs.
That model was built by Alessandrio Lettieri in 2016, a former Fre …
Students and families at Eileen O’Connor Catholic College came together on Monday 20 April for the College’s first-ever Post-School Provider Expo – an initiative designed to open doors and spark meaningful conversations about what life after school can look like.< ...
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Pope Leo XIV has named Bishop Daniel Meagher, until now …
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School Mt Pritchard recently showed the whole of Australia that maths can be prime time!
The school took their love of maths to the next level for 2026 World Math …
A Year 6 student from St Bernard’s Catholic Primary School Botany has achieved a remarkable milestone at the Sydney Catholic Schools Swimming Championships, rewriting the record books in a way rarely seen in school sport.
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A new generation of teachers and school leaders has been formally welcomed into the mission of Catholic education at the 2026 Sydney Catholic Schools Commissioning Mass, held at St Mary’s Cathedral.
Celebrated by Archbisho …
A group of Sydney Catholic Schools students will take to the stage at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) this May to premiere an original musical inspired by the works of William Shakespeare.
The production, The Shakespeare Project, is the result of a unique collaboration between S …
More than 200 high-achieving students from the Sydney Catholic Schools Class of 2025 have been honoured at the annual Executive Director’s Awards for Excellence in HSC and VET.
Held at Sydney Town Hall on Tuesday 24 March, …
St Francis Xavier’s Catholic Primary School Lurnea is celebrating an exciting new chapter with the completion of significant upgrades to its learning facilities and the introduction of a refreshed school identity.
The project includes a brand new nine-classroom building, dedicated art and mus …
A passion for helping gifted students reach their full potential has led St Anthony’s Catholic Primary School Marsfield teacher Lauren Marnezos to one of the University of New South Wales (UNSW)’s highest academic honours.
Lauren has been named on the 2025 Dean’s List for her outsta …
When school results are released, the focus quickly turns to statistics. HSC results, NAPLAN scores, rankings and ATARs often dominate the conversation.
Achievement matters. Data is important. Schools want students to do w …
Sydney Catholic Schools this week welcomed researchers from Boston College’s Roche Center for Catholic Education to bring global insight into how Catholic education can enrich spiritual life, strengthen community, and foster whole-person growth.
A visit from the leadership team at Boston College’s Roche Center for Catholic Education highlighted how Sydney Catholic Schools is bringing its vision for whole-person formation to life across its school communities.
On Wednesday, the Roche Center’s Executive Director Dr. Melodie Wytte …
“Education must always begin with the human person and their wholeness.”
That was the core message as Sydney Catholic Schools Principals, Assistant Principals and Religious Education Coordinators came together …
Sydney Catholic Schools have welcomed distinguished visitors from Boston College’s Roche Center for Catholic Education to mark the beginning of a week of faith formation and professional collaboration.
Dr. Melodie Wyttenb …
Every year, families hear about NAPLAN, and it’s natural to have a few questions. This guide is here to provide some clear, simple information about what NAPLAN is and how it fits into your child’s learning.
Sydney Catholic Schools has announced the 2026 recipients of the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF) Teaching Scholarship, with record application numbers highlighting strong interest in teaching within Catholic schools.
Following a competitiv …
As the world turns its attention to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, Sydney Catholic Schools is cheering on current and former students as they take to the slopes for the Australian team.
Classrooms are humming, corridor …
Sydney Catholic Schools is setting the vision for its next chapter with the launch of Magis 2033, an ambitious plan that reaffirms a commitment to forming young people not only for a …
Choosing a school is one of the most significant decisions you’ll make for your child — and it can feel overwhelming. Websites look impressive. Prospectuses say all the right things. Test scores reveal part of the picture.
But none of that captures how a school truly feels.
Is it …
Sydney Catholic Schools is celebrating an outstanding year of achievement with the Class of 2025 delivering some of the strongest HSC results in the system’s history.
Nearly 4,500 SCS students completed HSC exams this year …
Bethany College Hurstville has emerged as a standout performer in this year’s Higher School Certificate (HSC), with five students achieving First in Course honours – including two who placed equal first in Design and Technology.
From 10 December 2025, new national legislation comes into effect, introducing a minimum age of 16 for social media accounts in Australia.
This applies to major platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, X, Facebook, YouTube, Reddit, and Kick.
Guidance from Pope Leo …
Four Sydney Catholic schools in south-western Sydney are celebrating a major achievement, earning a place among the top 20 NSW schools for outstanding student growth in literacy and numeracy.
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary …
If you’ve been hearing the buzz about flag football and wondering what all the excitement is about, you’re in the right place. This fast-growing sport mixes the strategy of traditional American football with the speed and safety of a no-tackle game.
The Christmas Story Art Exhibition and Competition celebrated its 20th year with the opening of a special anniversary exhibition at the University of Notre Dame on Sunday.
This year, more than 500 artworks were submitted …
Whether your HSC results bring celebration, surprise, or uncertainty, one thing is true for every Year 12 student: you still have plenty of options – more than you probably realise!
To help you make confident decisions abo …
Marist Catholic College North Shore has marked a significant milestone in its long history of education in North Sydney, with the blessing and official opening of the new Carlow Street Building on Wednesday.
Led by Bishop …
As Sydney Catholic Schools celebrate World Kindness Day, St Kevin’s Catholic Primary School Eastwood has marked the occasion in a joyf …
From backyard catches to international stadiums, Damien Wilson’s baseball journey is a story of hard work meeting opportunity. At just 17, the De La Salle Caringbah Year 12 student and Baulkham Hills Baseball Club left-handed pitcher is heading to the United State …
For more than five decades, Villa Maria Catholic Primary School Hunters Hill has been at the heart of Marea De Angelis’ life.
This World Teachers’ Day, Sydney Catholic Schools celebrates a …
So the big day is fast approaching: starting Kindergarten. Your little one is about to step into the brave new world of uniforms, bells and assemblies, snack-time negotiations, learning to read and write, and (gulp) homework.
Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) is pleased to announce that 49 Year 11 students from 22 different schools have been awarded funded places in the 2025/26 Step Up Into Teaching (SUIT) program.
SUIT is an early entry universit …
As 2025 winds down and with Christmas on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to take a deep breath and look back on the year that’s been.
The end of term can feel like a blur of concerts, assemblies and lunchbox leftovers b …
Almost 4500 Sydney Catholic Schools students from 35 secondary schools are set to commence HSC written examinations this week, marking the culmination of 13 years of study, perseverance and personal growth for students across the system.
The HSC is around the corner, and it’s completely normal to feel stressed, nervous or even pumped to finally show what you know! While study and preparation are important, looking after your wellbeing is just as vital during this busy time. Here are five simple ti …
As thousands of high school students prepare for their HSC exams, new research reveals Australian teens aren’t reaping the same stress-relieving benefits of exercise as their global peers.
The study involving more than 600 …
So, your child is about to start big school. Deep breath. This is the moment you’ve probably been equal parts dreading and dreaming about – the leap from preschool to primary. But before the uniforms are ironed and the lunchboxes are packed, there’s a magical time …
With a Wests Tigers scholarship in hand and a family name synonymous with rugby league, Monson Hopoate already has the rugby league world watching.
At just 15, the powerful outside back has achieved great success with his …
When 16-year-old Aryan Narayan was first introduced to goalball at a school gala day in Year 7, he could hardly have imagined the speed of his progression.
Within months, Aryan was representing New South Wales at the nati …
Every child has that moment: the first time they sink a basket, score a goal, or nail a dance routine. Their eyes light up, their grin stretches ear to ear, and suddenly they stand a little taller. That’s the magic of sport. Here’s why sport builds confidence in w …
