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...
Our commitment to every student
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
29 Jun 2022
From CEDP Facebook
It's a HAT-TRICK! Lucinda Boreham last week became the third CathWest Innovation College student in a row to be named School-Based Apprentice of the Year at the NSW Training Awards (Western Sydney & Blue Mountains).🎖🏆🙌🙌🙌 It's a remarkable achievement not only for Lucinda but also CathWest which continues to build on it's wonderful reputation for providing great pathways for students with a strong focus on developing skills for success. Special shout out also to CathWest's 2020 winner Jessica Libreri who was at the 2022 awards as a finalist for Trainee of the Year and continues to do amazing things after school. Read about Lucinda's success here🤩🤩: https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/whats-on/latest-news/2022/06/21/01/28/lucinda-boreham-quotes Find out more about CathWest Innovation College here - it really is school done differently: https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/About-Us
29 Jun 2022
From CEDP Facebook
A reminder that a number of our staff may take part in protected industrial action tomorrow, Thursday 30 June, to progress their claims for a new enterprise agreement. At schools with staff who are taking part in this action tomorrow, supervision will be provided but no classes will be held. Families will have received more information about this from their school. Thank you for your understanding.
28 Jun 2022
From CEDP Facebook
With COVID and bad weather causing quite a few delays, it's not surprising that the students St Nicholas of Myra Primary Penrith were jumping with joy at the opening of their new playground.🤣🙃😝🥳 Some super fun photos even made it into a story in the local Western Weekender newspaper:📰🎉 https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/2022-StNMP The final few weeks of term have been an utter joy and students are loving coming to school to enjoy the new football field🥅⚽️, slide🛝, musical areas🎼🪘, climbing wall🧗♂️ and artistic boards.🎨 Find out more about this caring school community here: https://www.stnicholaspenrith.catholic.edu.au/About-Us/What-We-Offer
28 Jun 2022
From CEDP Facebook
Pyjamas for a cause 😇 LOVE these photos from the Stage Two St John's Primary, Riverstone students who enjoyed a comfy day at school and generously bought in donations for those less fortunate this winter 🙏 You can take a peek inside this caring school with their 360 degree virtual tour. Take the tour here: https://ceo-web.parra.catholic.edu.au/tourstjohnsriverstone
27 Jun 2022
From CEDP Facebook
Fiona Hill, music teacher at Our Lady of the Nativity, Lawson NSW has been crowned WINNER👑⭐ of the prestigious Cipriani Competition for Film Music based in Italy.🤩🤩💜💜 Read the amazing story here👉 https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/2022-BMCipriani Fiona was selected from more than 200 international composers to win the award😍👏 and is dedicated to spreading her passion to young students. 🥰🎶🙌 Professional photo's courtesy of Deep Hill Media
27 Jun 2022
Tell Them From Me Survey closes on Friday!
It's your last chance to complete the Tell Them From Me survey before it closes this Friday 1 July. If you haven’t had a chance to complete it yet we would appreciate it if you could take a few minutes this week to let us know your feedback. Your child’s school has shared a link.
27 Jun 2022
Blue Mountains music teacher claims international award
A passionate educator and an esteemed musician, Our Lady of the Nativity Lawson music teacher Fiona Hill continues to build on her reputation as an emerging Australian composer after being named the inaugural winner of the prestigious Cipriani Film Scoring Competition based in Italy.
26 Jun 2022
From CEDP Facebook
"The satisfaction gained from teaching is indescribable".🤩🤩👏👏 Beautiful words🥰 from St Patrick's Parramatta Principal Bernadette Fabri👩🏫, who recently featured in a story by the Sydney Morning Herald🗞 on her passion for teaching and helping students grow.👩👧👦🌱🌺 Read the inspiring interview with this extraordinary leader here: https://parra.catholic.edu.au/2022-PatsParra-profile
26 Jun 2022
Lawson students brave the cold to support those in need
It was all part of the school's annual Winter Sleep Out, held on June 16 this year, where blankets, beanies, socks, gloves and other items were donated to support St Vincent De Paul's Winter Appeal.
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11 Oct 2022
Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander State Education Conference
The 2022 Conference will provide a unique opportunity for people to explore effective and culturally appropriate strategies and current practices targeted towards 'Closing the Gap' in educational outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young peoples.![event-open-days-thumb]()
22 Feb 2022
Catholic School Open Days
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12 Dec 2021
School Selection Made Simple
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01 Dec 2021
ARTiculate
To showcase the artistic achievement of our 2021 HSC Visual Art students, CEDP has developed the Articulate Online Gallery as a way to celebrate and capture the works of our year 12 students from across the diocese.
Work with us
Whether your passion is to teach children and young people, to work in one of our rewarding school support roles or to join the Catholic Education Office you will be part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team at the forefront of contemporary education.
As one of the largest employers in Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains we are looking for the best people to join our team.
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Upcoming events View full calendar
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Jun 2022
HSC Drama Day Group Performance
30 Jun 2022 09:00 AM - 30 Jun 2022 02:30 PM
HSC Drama Day Group Performance
at Preferred Venue - School venue (TBA)
Team/Service Area: SL CAPTIVATE Course Proposer: Francoise Marrier d'Unienville Format: Professional Learning Delivery mode: Face to Face Expected number of participants/Number of schools if known: 10 Group, eg Primary, Secondary etc: Secondary Principal: NA Assistant Principal: NA REC: NA Coordinator: Mandatory Selected Specialist Teacher: Mandatory Selected Teachers: Mandatory Selected Support/Admin Staff: NA Directors: NA CEDP Head Office Staff: NA Target Audience Comments: Stage 6-Drama teachers and yr 12 students would also attend PL scheduled not meeting the minimum registrations may be cancelled.
Directors Formation ( Planning meeting 2 of 3)
30 Jun 2022 04:30 PM - 30 Jun 2022 07:00 PM
Directors Formation ( Planning meeting 2 of 3)
at Preferred Venue - TBA
Team/Service Area: OED Course Proposer: Christie Shaylor Format: Meeting Delivery mode: Face to Face Expected number of participants/Number of schools if known: 10 Group, eg Primary, Secondary etc: Other Principal: NA Assistant Principal: NA REC: NA Coordinator: NA Specialist Teacher: NA Teachers: NA Support/Admin Staff: NA Directors: Mandatory All CEDP Head Office Staff: Mandatory Selected Target Audience Comments: PL scheduled not meeting the minimum registrations may be cancelled.
220120 Reading Recovery Teacher Training (Thursday Group)
30 Jun 2022 12:30 PM - 30 Jun 2022 03:30 PM
220120 Reading Recovery Teacher Training (Thursday Group)
at CathWest Innovation College
Team/Service Area: Reading Recovery Course Proposer: Rosie von Keisenberg Format: Training Delivery mode: Face to Face Expected number of participants/Number of schools if known: 14 Group, eg Primary, Secondary etc: Primary Teachers: Mandatory Selected Target Audience Comments: Reading Recovery Training Teachers PL scheduled not meeting the minimum registrations may be cancelled.
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Jul 2022
Directors Planning ( Planning meeting 3 of 3)
01 Jul 2022 08:30 AM - 01 Jul 2022 04:30 PM
Directors Planning ( Planning meeting 3 of 3)
at Preferred Venue - TBA
Team/Service Area: OED Course Proposer: Christie Shaylor Format: Meeting Delivery mode: Face to Face Expected number of participants/Number of schools if known: 10 Group, eg Primary, Secondary etc: Other Principal: NA Assistant Principal: NA REC: NA Coordinator: NA Specialist Teacher: NA Teachers: NA Support/Admin Staff: NA Directors: Mandatory All CEDP Head Office Staff: Mandatory Selected Target Audience Comments: PL scheduled not meeting the minimum registrations may be cancelled.
220446 Team Teach course for Medium Risk Settings.
01 Jul 2022 08:30 AM - 01 Jul 2022 04:30 PM
220446 Team Teach course for Medium Risk Settings.
at AKC - ACU Room
Team/Service Area: Student Services
Course Proposer: Paul Du-Crest
Format: Professional Learning
Delivery mode: Face to Face
Group, eg Primary, Secondary etc: Primary&Secondary
Principal: Optional Selected
Assistant Principal: Optional Selected
REC: Optional Selected
Coordinator: Optional Selected
Specialist Teacher: Optional Selected
Teachers: Optional Selected
Directors: Optional All
CEDP Head Office Staff: Optional All
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