The unique benefits of a Catholic Education
Welcoming school communities
Our 80 caring schools are nurturing communities where students and their families are warmly welcomed. As children grow in faith and learning, they develop a strong sense of belonging that supports wellbeing and connection.
Skilled and caring teachers
Our teachers bring learning to life with passion and creativity. They help students thrive and grow academically and socially through fostering their curiosity and individual talents in partnership with families.
High quality affordable education
We’re committed to keeping school fees as low as possible, with options to support every family to access a Catholic education in the Diocese of Parramatta. No child will be refused enrolment due to a family's inability to pay school fees.
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Sharing faith
Catholic schools welcome students from many backgrounds and beliefs, supporting students to grow in faith and understanding through community and learning. More...
Nurturing friendship and community
Our caring approach sees students develop confidence socially as they forge lifelong friendships. We value connection, compassion and community, and students and their families develop a strong sense of belonging. More...
Meeting the individual needs of every student
We encourage our students to become confident, independent, creative thinkers who take responsibility for their learning. Building on their strengths and interests, we help them to become the best learners they can be. More...
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What we offer
Early Learning Centres
There are five Catholic Early Learning Centres in the Diocese of Parramatta at Blacktown South, Emerton, Greystanes, Marsden Park and Stanhope Gardens, providing quality early learning for children 3 to 5 years.
Primary Schools
Is your little learner ready to start school soon? With schools across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains, there’s a Catholic school in your local community ready to welcome your family.
Out of Hours Care
Many of our primary schools have vibrant, friendly and caring environments for families in need of convenient before and after school care or vacation care onsite or nearby.
Secondary Schools
We have an excellent range of co-education and single-sex secondary school options right across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains. We’d love to show you what our schools can offer your child.
Schools Done Differently
We offer unique opportunities for students pursuing a career in a vocational field or looking to undertake focused study in a specific subject area.
High Support Learning
Students with additional needs and their families are very welcome in our schools. High Support Learning settings are located at Marsden Park (K-12), Dundas (7-12) and Llandilo (7-12).
What's On Latest News
30 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
St Columba's Catholic College, Springwood Year 12 student Siobhan π·ββ joined the Multiplex π§πJump Start Trades Program (Electrical Workshop) at Western Sydney International Airport π©βlast week. Following a site walk of the new terminal, she learned about electrical wiring, π terminating a light fitting π‘and making sure the job was done right by plugging it in and testing it out. β‘ What a great opportunity! ππ€©
30 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
As Reconciliation Week continues, it's lovely to share all these photos of our students and staff who beautifully represented their schools and Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese at the 2023 Indigenous Veterans Commemoration Service at Hyde Park.πΊπππ Guided by members of the Jarara Cultural Centre, students laid wreaths and paid their respects to Indigenous veterans for their incredible sacrifice in serving and protecting our country.π€²ππ€πβ€οΈπππ€ You can see a larger gallery of photos and read the full story here: https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/2023-Students-Remember St John Paul II Catholic College, Schofields & Nirimba Bede Polding College Xavier College CathWest Innovation College Catherine McAuley Westmead St Agnes CHS Rooty Hill St Clare's Catholic High School St Columba's Catholic College, Springwood Caroline Chisholm College Patrician Brothers' College, Blacktown St Andrews College, Marayong (Official)
29 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
St Luke's Catholic College Principal Kelly Bauer describes herself as 'one of those kids who asked a thousand questions' so she loves it when she sees students excited about their learning! π Kelly's own journey of schooling and pathway into teaching was not as straightforward as you would think - read our profile with St Luke's new principal and see why she is passionate about providing opportunities for students today to engage in their interests and identify different career pathways.π©βπ«π§βπ§π©ββοΈπ©βπ¬π¨βπΌ Read the full story: http://parra.catholic.edu.au/2023-KBNP Taking up the role in Term 4 of 2022, Kelly has been a key member of the community since its foundation and is delighted that the school is yet again an awardee and finalist for the Excellence Award for Innovation in Curriculum Design at the Australian Education Awards! π Congratulations! π
29 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
πGilroy Day was celebrated in style at Gilroy Catholic College, Castle Hill last week as the school held the official opening and blessing of the beautiful new facilities! π« The buildings were blessed by Bishop Vincent and the day was well attended by a number of special guests including Hills Shire Council Mayor Peter Gangemi, Councillor Jessica Brazier (representing the State Member for Castle Hill Mark Hodges MP), CSPD Board member Emeritus Professor Marea Nicholson, Deputy Executive Director of Schools and Director Learning Christine Howe OAM, principals from neighbouring schools, architects, builders and parents. Led by Principal Cheryl Merryweather, the event was followed by a whole of school celebration with food stalls and activities including students and staff taking part in a Walkathon to raise money for Jesuit Refugee Services and the St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal. π
29 May 2023
Students remember Indigenous Veterans
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) students, staff and members of the Jarara Culture Centre attended a moving ceremony at the 2023 Indigenous Veterans Commemoration Service at Hyde Park.
29 May 2023
Sacred Heart Primary Mount Druitt selected for Ampol Little Origin
The Ampol Little Origin initiative will see two New T South Wales schools live out their State of Origin dreams when they play on field at half time at Accor Stadium this Ampol State of Origin Series.
29 May 2023
New Principal leads on innovation
Since its foundation in 2017 St Lukeβs Catholic College Marsden Park has been at the forefront of innovative education. Catering to students from preschool through to Year 12 and post school pathways, St Lukeβs was recently named as an awardee and finalist for the Excellence Award for Innovation in Curriculum Design at the Australian Education Awards.
28 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
πNational Simultaneous Storytime is always such fun day for our schools, especially when teachers come in dressed as sloths! π Students from across the Diocese joined 2 million students from around Australia last week as they came together to read the heartwarming book "The Speedy Sloth" by Rebecca Young and Heath McKenzie. We love the message about running your own race, not being afraid to take on new challenges and celebrating everyone who gives things a go π Mary Immaculate Primary School St Angela's Primary School St Oliver's Primary Harris Park St Canice's Primary Katoomba
27 May 2023
From CSPD Facebook
So many Indigenous veterans didn't get the recognitionππ they deserved for their incredible sacrifice in serving and protecting our country.πΊπ It was so moving to see so many Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese students and staff attend and pay their respects at the Indigenous Veterans Commemoration Service at Hyde Park.ππ St Andrews College, Marayong (Official) St Clare's Catholic High School St Columba's Catholic College, Springwood
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