Catholic Schools NSW

Congratulations to the 35 Catholic schools recognised for outstanding student progress in NAPLAN 2026 results!

An analysis of NAPLAN data identified the top primary schools across NSW, for achieving exceptional growth in student learning from Year 3 to Year 5 across reading, writing, spelling, grammar and numeracy.

Among the standout Catholic schools:
Holy Family, Granville recorded significant gains in reading, spelling and grammar.

Bethany Catholic Primary, Glenmore Park ranked among the schools with the biggest overall gains across all five NAPLAN domains.

St Paul of the Cross Catholic Primary, Dulwich Hill and Holy Spirit Catholic Primary, St Clair, were recognised among the state’s top schools for numeracy progress.

Congratulations to our students, teachers, school leaders and families for their dedication and commitment to learning and growth!

Read more by following the link: https://buff.ly/5UdXjd4

Revealed: Top 160 NSW primary schools for maths and literacy growth Analysis of NAPLAN data has identified 160 of more than 2000 primary schools at the top of the state for student progress. Search the list.

The changing nature of learning - leading your students into the future.

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We are excited to announce the first line-up of many outstanding speakers at this year’s K-12 Curriculum Reform Conference: Learning with Grace - Expert practice at the heart, online livestream on Monday, 20 July.

Professor Miriam Tanti is a leader in teacher education and AI.

Professor Rebecca Winthrop studies how parents and educators can collaborate to help children flourish.

Alex Dore is a leader in the transition toward digital examinations.

Explore the full programme and register via the link here: https://buff.ly/M5lr7FM

Our sessions provide contemporary and thought-provoking opportunities for professional learning and conversation.

All registrations will have six months of access to the conference content and recordings post event.

“After the Lord Jesus had spoken to them, he was taken up into heaven and he sat at the right hand of God.” - Mark 16:19

Today, forty days after Easter, Catholics around the world celebrate the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord — celebrating Jesus Christ’s ascension into heaven and the promise of salvation and His abiding presence with us always.

Wishing all Catholic school communities a happy and blessed Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord!

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to enhance your teaching career!

Applications for the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships close this Friday, 15 May 2026, 11:59 pm (AEST).

Successful applicants receive $15,000 to complete a 5-week study tour in Australia or abroad exploring best practice in their chosen focus area.

To apply, visit NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships at: https://buff.ly/hicILnk

We are pleased to announce Ms Jillian Segal AO as our first keynote speaker at the 2026 Education Law Symposium!

In 2024, the Australian Government announced the appointment of Ms Jillian Segal AO as Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism in Australia.

As Special Envoy, Ms Segal listens to and engages with Jewish Australians, the wider Australian community and all levels of government on the most effective way to combat the growing problem of antisemitism.

Join us on Monday 6 July, at the Hilton Sydney for an opportunity to learn more about antisemitism in education.

Tickets are selling fast. Purchase yours on Eventbrite now!

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Today we honour the incredible mothers and mother figures whose love, care, and strength shape our lives and communities every day.

Thank you for the countless ways you nurture, inspire, and guide with patience and compassion.

Wishing all mothers in our Catholic school communities a joyful and blessed Mother’s Day.

We are excited to announce the full programme for the 2026 K-12 Curriculum Reform Conference: Learning with Grace - Expert practice at the heart, livestreamed on Monday, 20 July.

This year’s programme features more than 20 leading voices in education. Our sessions provide contemporary and thought-provoking opportunities for professional learning and conversation in mission, curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.

With keynotes, breakout sessions and communities of practice designed to support schools in their great works, inspire action and challenge thinking, this is a conference not to be missed.

Explore the full programme here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/vjacc/CSNSW_CRC-2026_Programme-Booklet-Digital/?1778137965114 =1

Register via the link here: https://www.csnsw.catholic.edu.au/events/online-workshop/2026-k-12-curriculum-reform-conference-learning-grace-e

Ticketing Information:
Option 1 – Group Booking: Whole of school ticket allowing full staff participation
Option 2 - Individual Booking: Educators that work in a Catholic School Agency, for example, an Education Officer in a Diocese (not in a school)

All registrations will have six months of access to the conference content and recordings post event.

Applications for the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships are closing on Friday 15 May. Don’t miss out on this incredible professional development opportunity to receive $15,000 to undertake a study tour within Australia or abroad.

To apply, visit the Premier’s Teacher Scholarships webpage: https://buff.ly/xFR3c7w

On the Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker, we honour Saint Joseph—guardian of the Holy Family and a model of faithful, devoted work. Entrusted with caring for Jesus Christ and his family, Joseph carried great responsibility with faith, humility and quiet strength.

His life shows that even ordinary labor, done with love and perseverance, has deep dignity and purpose.

St Joseph the Worker, pray for us.