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.
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.
VIRTUAL SCHOOL TOUR

WHAT'S ON
Upcoming Events
25 Sep 2025 05:30 PM - 25 Sep 2025 10:30 PM
Year 12 Formal
at 18252-Parent
Location: Log Cabin, Penrith
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25 Sep 2025
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Congratulations to our graduation class of 2025! Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese11 Sep 2025
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How do you and your mates check in? 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in Today we are reminded to start the conversation any day. Ask the question, listen, encourage action, and most importantly check in as a conversation can make a world of difference.🌞🌞 Check in with your mates. Check in with your colleagues.😀😀 #friendbetterwithruok #ruokay2025 @friendbetterwithruok @ru.okay_ @ruokanyday10 Sep 2025
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⭐On Thursday 4th September, the Bishop of Parramatta Awards for Student Excellence was held at St Patrick's Cathedral. This prestigious award is presented to one Year 12 student from each Catholic school in the Parramatta Diocese. 🎓 Congratulations to Meghan our worthy recipient of this award, always demonstrating excellence! 🤩🥳 Meghan is a proud Nyemba woman, who is a dedicated and passionate leader. Meghan exemplifies servant leadership through her commitment to community, culture, and faith. As a valued member of the CathWest Student Leadership Team, she actively fosters a positive and inclusive school culture. A founding member of the FIAT team, Meghan has led fundraising and outreach initiatives, including attending the 2025 Project Compassion launch. As a Murama Ranger with Jarara, Meghan represents and uplifts First Nations students and allies, sharing cultural knowledge with the CSPD and CathWest communities and Elders from many Nations. She also has responsibility for leading workshops at the Murama Youth Summit and initiated the College Healing Project’s First Nations mural. Meghan’s leadership and involvement is a testament to her faith in action. 🪃🪃 Thank you also to Year 11 student David who was our citation reader. #JARARA #cspd2025 #projectcompassion #firstnations @Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese @catholicschoolsparra07 Sep 2025
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⭐️⭐️Introducing our College Captains for 2026.👏👏 Round of Applause to: Christian in our Vocational pathway; Christian is studying Certificate III in Events and Live Production. 🎬 Hamish in our Trade pathway; Hamish is studying Carpentry. 👷♂️ Lizzie in our Trade pathway; Lizzie is studying Hairdressing. 💇🏼♀️ A big congratulations to all who nominated for College Captain - each candidate showed great strength and leadership to deliver a well thought out speech. We’re proud to have a strong leadership team in place for 2026. These students will continue to demonstrate the CathWest values, bring fresh ideas, and work together to make a positive impact on our college community.👭👬 @catholicschoolsparra06 Sep 2025
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Today our staff and students came together to support Jersey Day. It was a chance to raise awareness about the importance of organ and tissue donation. One conversation could save a life! @jerseydayau @DonateLife #jerseydayau2025 #donatelifeweek2025 #OrganDonation05 Sep 2025
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Jersey day is inspired by 13-year-old Nathan Gremmo, who gave the gift of life in 2015 when be became an organ donor. This Jersey Day have a conversation with your family and friends about Organ and Tissue Donation. Up to 7 lives can be saved by a single organ donor. #jerseydayau #donatelife @jerseydayau @catholicschoolsparra