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
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
Supporting life beyond school at Eileen O’Connor Catholic College
Students and families at Eileen O'Connor Catholic College came together on Monday 20 April for the College's first-ever Post-School Provider Expo - an initiative designed to open doors and spark meaningful conversations about what
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
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
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
Starting Year 7 Next Year? Don’t miss these tips!
There’s something special about this moment - your child ready to take their first steps into high school, uniform a little too big, nerves buzzing beneath the excitement. For many parents, the transition to
Four fun STEM activities to build science skills at home
When it comes to science experiments, the classic baking soda volcano is a rite of passage. To keep the learning excitement going beyond the volcano, Sydney Catholic Schools is sharing four fresh, fun, and
From scrolling to stories: Four ways to help teens fall in love with reading again
In today’s world of endless social media feeds, streaming services, and constant notifications, it’s easy for teenagers to forget the simple joy of getting lost in a good book. Nurturing a love of reading
Music: The Secret Ingredient to Student Success
Music is more than just learning scales or hitting the right notes. It unlocks creativity, fuels curiosity, and gives students a powerful outlet to express who they are. Whether it’s banging on a drum