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LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT WAY TO LEARN?

CathWest Innovation College have a strong focus on developing skills for success. Open to students in Years 10-12, we put students in the driver’s seat when it comes to their learning journey. At CathWest you can get your NSW HSC, undertake an apprenticeship or traineeship, set up your own business, achieve industry recognised credentials or even gain entry into university. This is school done differently! More...


Accepting enrolments now

We warmly welcome new families to join our school community. Enquiries and enrolment applications for all grades are welcome any time of the year, although the main enrolment period is between March and May in the year before your child will start at our school.


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LOOKING FOR A DIFFERENT WAY TO LEARN?

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YEAR 10 PROGRAMS

CathWest accepts enrolments from Year 10 and offers two exciting learning programs that help prepare students for their senior career pathways - Trade Readiness or Inquiry.

YEAR 11 & 12 PROGRAM

All our students start down a career pathway in Year 11. We offer career pathways across a range of industries and tailor each student’s learning program to best suit the career goal they have selected.

VIRTUAL SCHOOL TOUR

Our virtual tour is a great way to see our school’s learning spaces and facilities at your convenience.

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VIRTUAL SCHOOL TOUR

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  • 06 Jun 2025

    From Instagram
    We have the School Holidays covered with our Upskill Workshops for High School Students. πŸΉπŸŒΌπŸ’ Register your interest now https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/news-events/event-promos/2025-07-upskill-workshops @whatson.sydney @catholicschoolsparra @@schoolholidayprograms

    03 Jun 2025

    From Instagram
    Our McCarthy Colleague Captain, Amelia was recently recognised at the Secondary School Leaders Reception hosted by Penrith City Council. It was a memorable evening during which she received an award from Penrith Mayor Todd Carney for her positive contributions at CathWest Innovation College and her role as a model student in the Penrith community. Federal MP Susan Templeman was also in attendance to acknowledge the dedication and commitment of Penrith's School Leaders. @mayortoddcarney @@susantemplemanmp @penrithcitycouncil Penrith City Council @@catholicschoolsparra

    31 May 2025

    From Instagram
    We are currently accepting enrolments for 2026 at both campuses.πŸ‘·πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Round One applications CLOSE Friday 13th June. Enrolment packages can be requested from the college website https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/enrolment-pack/cathwest-innovation-college or can be collected from either college campus. Call our office for any further enquires 02 8886 9500.

    30 May 2025

    From Instagram
    πŸ“£ Today our Year 12 Vocational Pathway students had an incredible opportunity to connect with the NSW Department of Education, who are leading the charge in recruiting for NSW Public Sector Traineeships and Apprenticeships.⁠ πŸ’Όβœ¨ ⁠ We were especially proud to welcome back Cooper, one of our 2024 graduates, who is currently completing a Certificate IV in Project Management, whilst completing a traineeship with the Department of Education, Training Services. πŸ™Œ Cooper shared valuable insights into his journey and inspired our students to consider this rewarding pathway.⁠ ⁠ This is a fantastic opportunity for our Year 12 students to embrace their future and take their first steps towards a meaningful career in the public sector! πŸš€πŸ‘©β€πŸ’ΌπŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Όβ  ⁠ #VocationalPathways #NSWEducation #FutureReady #Traineeships #Apprenticeships #CareerGoals #Year12 #PublicSectorCareers #ProjectManagement #Inspiration #StudentSuccess #nswpublicsector

    21 May 2025

    From Instagram
    I πŸŽ“βœ¨ What an incredible day at the Brett Carter Careers Market at Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre! Today we connected with over 3,500 students who walked through the doors to explore their future career pathways β€” and we’re doing it all again tomorrow with another 2,500 expected! The CathWest team loved meeting so many enthusiastic young people excited about the opportunity to earn and learn through our School Based Traineeship and Apprenticeship and Vocational Pathway programs, while completing their HSC. πŸ“šπŸ‘·β€β™€οΈπŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Whether it’s trades, health, design, hospitality or tech β€” there’s a pathway for everyone at CathWest! Come visit us tomorrow and discover how you can build your future with us πŸ’ΌπŸ› οΈ #CathWest #EarnAndLearn #CareersMarket #SchoolBasedApprenticeship #SchoolBasedTraineeship #PathwaysWithPurpose #HSCYourWay #BrettCarterCareersMarket #FutureReady
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