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.
Starting Kindergarten: Helping your child thrive!
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. And you? You’re preparing for one of the biggest parenting milestones - watching your baby take those first steps into “big school.” It can feel a little overwhelming for everyone, but with the
Ready, Set, School! Kindergarten Orientation
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 designed to make the transition smoother: Kindy Orientation. Orientation is the perfect sneak peek into school life. Here’s what you can expect: Meet