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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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29 Apr 2026

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📣 Careers of Today Parent Education Forum – Western Sydney Join us for the Careers of Today Parent Education Forum, an opportunity for parents and high school students to engage directly with industry experts in key growth areas and gain insights into future pathways. 🎤 Panel of Industry Experts: • AI & Technology – Kate Dodds • Australian Catholic University – Dr Valentine Mukuria • Construction – Darren Ingram, Clarendon Homes • Business Western Sydney (Tourism) – David Borger • Early Childhood Education & Care – Jo Tapley • Health – Sophie Najjarin Moderated by Donna Davis MP, Member for Parramatta The evening will include a panel discussion, Q&A, followed by an expo-style networking session with industries, employers and education providers — giving families the opportunity to ask direct questions about career pathways. 📅 4 May 2026 ⏰ 4:00pm – 6:00pm 📍 Novotel Sydney Parramatta Head over to https://www.wexpo.com.au./index.php/upcoming-events/careers-of-today-special-event-may-4-2026?_sm_au_=iVV1MvTrNjRv7pZ78H41FK7TcWCJp, tickets $9.90 per family. Let’s bring the community together to help students make informed decisions about their future. #CareerEducation #WesternSydney #ParentEngagement #FutureCareers #WEXPO #SchoolToWork #VET #CareersOfToday #Parramatta #Education #CareerPathways @catholicschoolsparra WEXPO Australian Catholic University (ACU) @anategroup #westernsydney #anate #ambrose #Ambrose #ClarendonHomes #katedodd #clarendomhomes#businesswesternsydney #clarendomhomesnsw #australiancatholicuniversity

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  • 30 Apr 2026

    From Instagram
    📣 Careers of Today Parent Education Forum – Western Sydney Join us for the Careers of Today Parent Education Forum, an opportunity for parents and high school students to engage directly with industry experts in key growth areas and gain insights into future pathways. 🎤 Panel of Industry Experts: • AI & Technology – Kate Dodds • Australian Catholic University – Dr Valentine Mukuria • Construction – Darren Ingram, Clarendon Homes • Business Western Sydney (Tourism) – David Borger • Early Childhood Education & Care – Jo Tapley • Health – Sophie Najjarin Moderated by Donna Davis MP, Member for Parramatta The evening will include a panel discussion, Q&A, followed by an expo-style networking session with industries, employers and education providers — giving families the opportunity to ask direct questions about career pathways. 📅 4 May 2026 ⏰ 4:00pm – 6:00pm 📍 Novotel Sydney Parramatta Head over to https://www.wexpo.com.au./index.php/upcoming-events/careers-of-today-special-event-may-4-2026?_sm_au_=iVV1MvTrNjRv7pZ78H41FK7TcWCJp, tickets $9.90 per family. Let’s bring the community together to help students make informed decisions about their future. #CareerEducation #WesternSydney #ParentEngagement #FutureCareers #WEXPO #SchoolToWork #VET #CareersOfToday #Parramatta #Education #CareerPathways @catholicschoolsparra WEXPO Australian Catholic University (ACU) @anategroup #westernsydney #anate #ambrose #Ambrose #ClarendonHomes #katedodd #clarendomhomes#businesswesternsydney #clarendomhomesnsw #australiancatholicuniversity

    27 Apr 2026

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    We look forward to welcoming you to our Open Night on Tuesday at 5pm.

    26 Apr 2026

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    Welcome to week 2A.

    26 Apr 2026

    From Instagram
    📣 REMINDER: OPEN DAYS We look forward to welcoming you to our McCarthy Campus, Emu Plains 🗓 Tuesday, 28 April 2026 ⏰ 5:00pm – 6:30pm Loyola Campus, Mount Druitt - Discover Trade & Vocational Pathways 🗓 Thursday, 30 April 2026 ⏰ 5:00pm – 6:30pm Come meet our CathWest team, and discover how our students complete their HSC while commencing a career pathway. 📚 Now enrolling for Year 10 & 11 2027. To register and for more information, visit our website. https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/ We can’t wait to see you there! Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese @catholicschoolsparra

    25 Apr 2026

    From Instagram
    Ode of Remembrance They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. Response: We will remember them. Lest we forget. Anzac Memorial @catholicschoolsparra

    25 Apr 2026

    From Instagram
    🚀 Big things start with bold ideas… We’re proud to celebrate Aiden McGovern and his incredible journey through the 3-week Apple Foundation Program at UTS 👏 Over the course of the program, Aiden showed real dedication, curiosity, and drive—diving into the world of app development and innovation. Alongside his team, he helped create “Bloom” 🌱 – your daily check-in buddy, an app designed to support wellbeing, which has already been coded and prototyped! Through this experience, Aiden has built powerful skills in: 💡 Problem-solving 🎨 Creativity 🤝 Collaboration 💻 Hands-on digital technologies A huge thank you to the amazing team at UTS, especially Avinash Singh, for their support and mentorship throughout the program 🙌 We’re excited to continue building this partnership and can’t wait to see what Aiden does next! #FutureReady #StudentSuccess #Innovation #AppDevelopment #DigitalSkills #UTS #AppleFoundationProgram #ProudMoment
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