CathWest Innovation College

12 Feb 2026

From Facebook

Our Year 12 Leaders and FIAT Team proudly attended the CSPD Caritas Project Compassion Launch today. During the launch, students deepened their understanding of global water inequity — learning that for many communities around the world, access to clean and safe water is still not guaranteed. They reflected on how something we often take for granted is a daily struggle for others, impacting health, education, and opportunity.🚱🚱 Inspired by the message of Project Compassion, our students are committed to turning awareness into action this Lenten season. 🚰🚰 They are hopeful to: 💧 Lead fundraising initiatives across the school to support Caritas Australia 💧 Encourage simple but powerful actions such as mindful water use 💧 Promote compassion, solidarity and appreciate the clean water we readily have on tap in Australia. As leaders within our school community, they understand that Lent is not only a time of reflection, but a time to actively live out our faith through service and justice. We are so proud of their commitment to making a difference — both locally and globally. Together, we can be the generation that turns compassion into meaningful change. 💜💜 @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @caritasaust #caritasprojectcompassion @faithinaction.au

11 Feb 2026

From Facebook

🔧⚡ National Apprenticeship & Traineeship Week ⚡🔧 At CathWest, we are proud to celebrate students like Matt, whose journey highlights the power of exploring pathways early. Now a Year 12 student, Matt commenced at CathWest in Year 10 with a clear goal — he wanted to pursue a trade. Through our Trade Readiness Program in Year 10, Term 1, Matt had the opportunity to explore a range of industries including Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing and Automotive. This hands-on experience gave him the clarity and confidence to discover where his true passion lay — Electrical. Matt reflects, “We had TAFE teachers visit CathWest sharing their journey as an electrician — from starting out on residential jobs to working on major commercial projects at Western Sydney Airport. Hearing their experiences really inspired me.” Programs like Trade Readiness allow students to make informed decisions, gain industry insight, and connect with real professionals who have walked the path before them. We are proud to see Matt pursuing his goal and stepping confidently toward a career as an electrician working at DDP Electrical. If you have a son or daughter interested in pursing a trade pathway, pop over to our website https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college#form-section to register to attend our Open Day on 3 March or our Open Evenings 28 April, McCarthy or 30 April, Loyola. 👏 Here’s to all apprentices and trainees taking bold steps toward their futures this week! #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #Traineeships #TradeCareers #CathWest #FutureFocused #PathwaysToSucce #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @ddpelectrical TAFE NSW #tafensw @catholicschoolsparra #NationalApprenticeshipWeek @westernsydneyairport @nsw.bda

10 Feb 2026

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Day two of #NationalApprenticeshipWeek Student Spotlight Time! ✨ We love celebrating our incredible School Based Trainees who are already building their future careers while completing their HSC at CathWest 💪🎓 💄 Lily – School Based Traineeship in Beauty Lily is living her beauty career dream! She works with Michal Gabriel Beauty and Brow, gaining hands-on industry experience 💕 👉 Lily works one day a week plus two-week work blocks in Year 11, and will increase to working two days a week from October 2026. 📚 Lily is studying a Certificate IV in Beauty Services with Blue Mountains TAFE, alongside completing her HSC at CathWest. Head over to o https://cathwest.parra.catholic.edu.au/ to find out more about school based traineeship offered at CathWest. National Apprenticeship Week #michalgabrielbeautyandbrow TAFE NSW @catholicschoolsparra #catholicschoolsparramattadiocese @nationalapprenticeshipweek

10 Feb 2026

Choosing a School: A Guide for Parents

Choosing a school is a big moment. Right up there with choosing a pram, a first pet or agreeing to sign your child up for weekend sport for the next decade. It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed, but take a breath. This guide is here to make the process feel lighter, clearer and a lot less daunting, so you can feel confident you’re asking the right questions and find a school that truly fits your child for any grade.

10 Feb 2026

From Facebook

09 Feb 2026

From Facebook

CathWest would like to celebrate National Apprenticeship/Traineeship Week by showcasing some of our School Based Apprentices and Trainees. We currently have over 200 School Based Apprentices and Trainees at CathWest. ✨ Student Spotlight Time! ✨ We love celebrating our incredible School Based Trainees who are already building their future careers while completing their HSC at CathWest 💪🎓 🏡 Annah – School Based Traineeship in Real Estate Annah is making big moves in the property world! She works with Agius Property Group, as part of Luke Smith’s Lux Property Team 🏠✨ 👉 In Year 11, Annah works one day a week plus two-week work blocks, and from October 2026 she’ll step it up to two days a week of work. 📚 She is studying a Certificate III in Real Estate Practice with Real Estate Training Solutions, all while completing her HSC at CathWest. Talk about ambition! @agiusgroup TAFE NSW @nationalapprenticeshipweek National Apprenticeship Week Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese #Catholicschooolsparramatta

08 Feb 2026

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Weekly reminders week 3B & 4A. Parents and Guardians should check Compass for booking photos details.

07 Feb 2026

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🔧✨ The Future Starts Now at CathWest ✨🔧 The workshops are back in action and 2026 is officially underway! A huge welcome to our new Year 10 & 11 students, who have just begun their CathWest journey. Stepping into a trade and innovation pathway is more than just starting a new year — it’s the first step towards real-world skills, industry experience and future career pathways. We also warmly welcome back our returning students, who continue to lead the way with growing confidence, skill and determination as they move closer to their post-school pathways. We’re excited to watch every student grow, challenge themselves, and make 2026 a year of opportunity and achievement. Welcome back to our CathWest community — your future starts here. 💙🤩🤩 #CathWest #Year10 #Year11 #Year12 #SkillsForLife #pathwaystosuccess @catholicschoolsparra

05 Feb 2026

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🎉 Welcome to Our New Nursing Students at CathWest! 🩺🛌👩‍⚕️ We are proud to introduce our newest Nursing students, who have commenced their Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, delivered by Bedford College. Many of these students have been inspired by family members working as midwives, nurses and carers. With a strong desire to help others and a genuine caring nature, they are stepping into a pathway that truly reflects who they are. Throughout the course, students will complete valuable work placement opportunities, with the goal of securing a School Based Traineeship and gaining real-world experience in the health sector. Their journey will be guided by our dedicated Nursing Educator, Sune Reddy, who will mentor and support them as they take their first steps into this rewarding career pathway. We look forward to seeing our students grow in confidence, skill and compassion as they prepare to make a meaningful difference in the healthcare community. Congratulations to our new Nursing cohort — we can’t wait to see where this journey takes you! 🌟 #bedfordcollege @bedford_college @catholicschoolsparra @newsouthwaleshealth

04 Feb 2026

From Facebook

Year 10 & 11 Photo Day is on Monday 9 Febuary. Individual only. Year 12 Individual & Group photo is on Friday 20 Febuary. Head over to Compass for more information.

29 Jan 2026

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At CathWest we are looking forward to welcoming our new and returning students. See you next week.

St Parick's Marist College Dundas students walking among the school grounds.

12 Jan 2026

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