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
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CathWest Nursing Traineeship
Starting Year 11 in 2026? Dreaming of a career in nursing? Kickstart your healthcare journey with a certificate III in Health Services Assistance!04 May 2026
Western Sydney Careers of Today | Parent Education Forum 2026
Choosing a career path has never been more complex. With industries rapidly evolving and new roles emerging every year, many parents feel unsure about how best to guide their child’s future. Join us for an informative and engaging evening designed to help you navigate what’s next.
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03 Apr 2026
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The Year 10 Formation Encounter Day at Bents Basin allowed our students to explore the nature of authentic relationships through a Catholic lens. Staff ran activities that fostered self reflection and accountability to local and global issues. The CYP Team led a prayerful meditation that focused on developing an awareness of God’s presence in creation. @catholicyouthparra @catholicschoolsparra #cathwest #cathwestinnovationcollege #faithinactioncspd #cspd #catholicschoolsparra #catholicyouthparra #cyp #FormationDay @catholicschoolsparra03 Apr 2026
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🌟 Exciting News for families in Western Sydney! 🌟 Is your son or daughter unsure about what path to take after school? Not even sure what career they want to pursue? You’re not alone—and that’s exactly why Careers of Today exists. Join us for an informative and inspiring evening where students and parents can hear directly from industry professionals, explore emerging career opportunities, and gain clarity on the many pathways available. Because finding the right path doesn’t happen by chance—it starts with the right conversations. Hear from Industry and Educational Experts including; AI and Technology, Australian Catholic University, Construction Early Childhood Education & Care, Tourism Health. We hope to see you there. 📅 When: 4 May 2026 : 4pm - 6.00pm 📍 Where: Novotel Sydney Parramatta 🎟️ Book now $9.90 per family. https://www.wexpo.com.au/index.php/upcoming-events/careers-of-today-special-event-may-4-2026 #CareersOfToday #ParentEducationForum #CorporateEvents #EventManagement #SydneyEvents #AustraliaEvents #New SouthWalesEvents #ThingstodoinPenritha #PenrithSeminars #PenrithFamily&EducationSeminars #career #education #student #parenting #forum #today #careerdevelopment #westernsydney #careerguidance #industryexperts WEXPO @acustrathfield @csp.dcl @communitybroadcastnetwork Video created by WEXPO.01 Apr 2026
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Our school is already proud to have a strong group of student leaders — and attending the Youth Leadership Academy Australia (YLAA) conference gave them the opportunity to take their leadership to the next level. 🌟🤩🤩 Throughout the experience, our leaders strengthened their confidence, refined their communication skills, and gained practical tools to lead with greater purpose and impact. From collaborating with other student leaders to exploring new ways to create positive change in our school community, they returned inspired, motivated, and ready to lead even more effectively. 💡 We’re incredibly proud of the way they continue to grow, support one another, and lead by example. #youthleadershipconference #Studentleadership #StudentLeadership #SchoolLeaders #FutureLeaders #StudentVoice #YouthLeadership #LeadershipGrowth # leadershipgrowth @catholicschoolsparra27 Mar 2026
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Explore your future with CathWest at our Open Day! Students in Years 10–12 can gain a head start through school-based traineeships, apprenticeships, and vocational education and training while completing their HSC. 👷💇🏿♀️ Discover hands-on pathways that lead directly to real careers. Register now: https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/open-day/cathwest-innovation-college25 Mar 2026
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Today in our Year 12 ECEC class, we stepped into the shoes of educators. 👩🏫✨ From exploring inclusion, diversity, and discrimination, to diving deeper into the experiences of refugee and asylum seeker children, children with disabilities, and culturally & linguistically diverse communities — it was a day full of learning, empathy, and eye-opening conversations. 💭💛 So proud of the students for researching, presenting, and teaching each other with such passion and respect. 🌏👏 Future educators in the making… and already making a difference 💫 #ECEC #FutureEducators #InclusionMatters #Diversity #learningtogether @@catholicschoolsparra23 Mar 2026
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Our Yr 12 ECEC students in the Spotlight! During the week Yr 12 ECEC students visited Connie’s Childcare Centre and had a wonderful hands-on experience working with children of all ages.👶👧🧒 From stories & songs to dancing, languages and crafts 🎶🎨 — they brought the energy and the care 💛 So great to see confidence growing and skills in action! Connie's Child Care Centre #connieschildcare @catholicschoolsparra #cspd2026