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Teaching excellence drives student growth at St Paul of the Cross Dulwich Hill
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 the centre of the school's improvement is a unique concentration of teaching expertise. Approximately 40 per cent of teaching staff are pursuing or have achieved Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher (HALT) accreditation through NESA, a level of professional commitment rarely seen in a primary school setting. For Principal Brooke Watson, the recognition reflects a sustained whole-school commitment to improving outcomes for every student. "I'm...
Supporting life beyond school at Eileen O’Connor Catholic College
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. Held in the Parish Hall in Lewisham, the Expo brought together 26 trusted providers, giving families a clear, accessible and supportive space to explore post-school pathways and connect with the organisations that can help make them a reality. Deborah Bestulic, Principal of Eileen O'Connor Catholic College, said the Expo reflected the College's broader commitment to its students and families....
A new chapter for St Francis Xavier’s Lurnea with upgraded spaces and refreshed identity
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 music rooms, and the refurbishment of all existing classrooms. The upgrades also include a new kiss and drop-off area and an extension to the school hall, allowing the entire school community to gather together in one space. Principal Louise Boerebach said the new facilities have created welcoming spaces designed to support creativity and student wellbeing. “The response...
