NEWS & EVENTS

26 Mar 2026

From Facebook

Our adventure at The Collaroy Centre was packed with action, laughter, and a whole lot of courage. From zooming down the flying fox to strategising in laser tag, swinging sky-high on the giant swing, conquering the rock wall, and balancing bravely on the high ropes course — our students have done it all! But the real highlight? Watching them step outside their comfort zones, tackle challenges head-on, and cheer each other on every step of the way. Whether it was a nervous first climb or a triumphant finish, the teamwork and encouragement were nothing short of inspiring. Safe to say, we’ve got a group of resilient risk-takers who aren’t afraid to reach for the top… or swing from it!

24 Mar 2026

700+ Unite for Project Compassion Big Water Walk

More than 700 students and staff from 23 schools across Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) came together for Caritas Australia’s Big Water Walk in support of Project Compassion. Beginning at Parramatta Park, students carried buckets of water along a 4km route, gaining a glimpse of the daily journey faced by people in developing communities, especially women and children, in search of clean water.

17 Mar 2026

From Facebook

At St Finbar’s today, learning was in full swing and full of energy! ✨ Our classrooms were buzzing as students tackled challenging Maths problems, stretched their creativity through Writing, and explored important ideas in Health. From deep thinking to collaborative discussions, every lesson was an opportunity to grow, question, and achieve. It’s always inspiring to see our students so engaged, curious, and willing to give things a go. A fantastic day of learning across the school! 👏📚

16 Mar 2026

From Facebook

CHANGE OF DATE! check your Compass app for more details. Students will continue to wear their lots of socks for World Down Syndrome Day!

10 Mar 2026

NAPLAN: What Parents Really Need to Know

Each March, families across Australia hear a lot about NAPLAN. The National Assessment Program Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) assesses students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 in reading, writing, spelling, grammar and numeracy. But what does it really mean for your child in 2026?

09 Mar 2026

From Facebook

Walk for Water – Walking in Solidarity On Friday, our students took part in a Walk for Water as part of our learning connected to Project Compassion. This experience helped raise both student and community awareness about the reality faced by many people around the world who do not have reliable access to clean water. Throughout the walk, students demonstrated a deep understanding of why we were participating. Many were able to confidently explain that access to clean water is not simply a convenience, but an essential resource for survival and human dignity. By walking together as a school community, we symbolically stood in solidarity with those who must travel long distances each day to collect water for their families. The experience helped students connect their learning with compassion and action, recognising that even small acts can contribute to a more just and dignified world.

08 Mar 2026

From Facebook

06 Mar 2026

From Facebook

Walking in Solidarity | Project Compassion Water Walk Today our students will take part in a Water Walk around our school, as part of Project Compassion. Carrying containers of water, students will experience in a small way what many people around the world must do each day just to access this basic necessity. This activity helps our students reflect on the importance of human dignity and the need to stand in solidarity with communities who lack access to essential resources like clean water. Together, we continue to live out our call to care for others and work towards a more just and compassionate world. #ProjectCompassion #CaritasAustralia #Solidarity #HumanDignity

02 Mar 2026

From Facebook

26 Feb 2026

From Facebook

Over the last decade, mindfulness has been slowly rising in popularity with many individuals practising it on a regular basis. Evidence based research has found that there are many benefits to mindfulness which has prompted schools across the nation to implement this practice into their daily routines. Mindfulness can be described as attention training for your brain, enabling you to focus on something without judgement and to stimulate curiosity. Mindfulness can be practised in a number of ways and is something that can be done by everyone - no matter what your age! It has been practised by many cultures around the world, but it is not exclusively affiliated to any particular philosophy or religion. Mindfulness helps improve memory, engagement and performance. Its positive effect on the brain can improve immunity, mental wellbeing, learning ability, emotional health and even, time management. It is especially important in this era of information overload as our attention is constantly being pulled in many directions making us more distracted. In this edition of SchoolTV, parents can learn the best way to introduce this mindfulness to their children, implementing into their daily lives to have an overall positive impact on family relationships. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this edition of SchoolTV and we always welcome your feedback. If you have any concerns about your child, please contact the school counsellor for further information or seek medical or professional help. Here is the link to the Mindfulness edition of SchoolTV

22 Feb 2026

From Facebook

Our Year 6 students are really shirt-ing the standard this term! 👕✨ Looking sharp in their brand new shirts, they’ve been leading the way in sportsmanship out on the playground at lunch. Showing fairness, teamwork and respect in every game. We’re so proud of the positive example they’re setting for our younger students. Keep it up Year 6, you’re truly dressed for success and leading the way! 🙌 Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese

19 Feb 2026

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