Raising Readers in a Screen Age
Somewhere between bedtime stories and high school homework, many parents notice a shift: the child who once devoured books now seems glued to a screen. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The teenage years are often when reading for pleasure starts to decline, replaced by social media, streaming, gaming and busy schedules. But staying connected to reading matters more than ever. It builds vocabulary, imagination, empathy, confidence and communication skills, while supporting
Why More Parents Are Seeking an Education for the Whole Child
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 are seeking an education that supports the whole child — one that nurtures academic growth alongside wellbeing, character, confidence and a sense of belonging. It’s a decision shaped by practical realities like location, affordability, and academic outcomes, but also by something harder to measure. Parents want their children to feel known, encouraged, safe, and challenged.
Beyond Marks: What really matters in your child’s education
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 well, and parents rightly celebrate their children’s hard work. But most parents are also asking a deeper question: Who is my child becoming? Education shapes more than school results. It shapes a young person’s confidence, character and
2026 CEF Teaching Scholarship recipients welcomed into SCS community
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 competitive selection process, 16 students were awarded scholarships for 2026, recognised for their academic potential, commitment to Catholic service, and passion for teaching. For 2026 recipient Angelina Odisho, an 18-year-old former student of Freeman Catholic College Bonnyrigg Heights, receiving
Magis 2033: A bold new direction for Catholic education in Sydney
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 academic success, but for lives of purpose, service and hope. Meaning ‘the more’ and ‘the greater’ in Latin, Magis reflects a shared aspiration to go deeper, reach further and offer every child the opportunity to grow and succeed.