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...
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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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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.
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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.
17 Jun 2026
Try a Career Day @ CathWest Loyola Campus
Year 10, are you curious about trying a career...? Register for CathWest's 'Try a Career Day' at the CathWest Loyola Campus!
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09 May 2026
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🖐️ Hands-On Learning in Early Childhood Education Our Year 11 Early Childhood Education students are diving deep into the second module of their Certificate III qualification! 📚✨👩 The day began with rich professional discussions regarding the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), professional practice, and the importance of meaningful observations. While our mornings focus on essential theory and content, we love to wrap up the day by putting a practical twist on what we’ve learned. 🌟 Today’s Spotlight: The "Hand of Practice" Activity Students participated in a reflective exercise to bridge the gap between theory and their personal identity as Early Childhood Professionals. 👉🏻Professional Identity: Students traced their hands and identified five key characteristics on their fingers that make them great educators. 👉🏻The "Why": On the wrist, they articulated their personal "why"—the driving force behind their choice to enter the education sector. 👉🏻EYLF Alignment: To extend their thinking, students mapped these traits to the five EYLF Learning Outcomes, identifying how they personally strive to support these outcomes in their professional roles. It is inspiring to see our future educators reflecting so deeply on their practice! #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ECE #FutureEducators #VETis #TradeStudents #EYLF #ProfessionalPractice #EarlyYears #Year11 #VocationalEducation #LearningThroughReflection #ECEProfessionals @catholicschoolsparra Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
08 May 2026
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💙 Do It For Dolly Day – This Friday 💙 This Friday, Australians across the country will come together for Do It For Dolly Day — a powerful movement to Go Blue to End Bullying. We encourage our staff and students to get involved by wearing blue and standing united against bullying. Together, we can help raise awareness and promote kindness, respect and inclusion - every young person impacted by bullying should feel supported, safe and never alone. Your support helps fund Dolly’s Dream vital anti-bullying programs that provide vital guidance and support, including: 💙13 DOLLY, our Bullying Support Line 💙Anti-bullying workshops in schools and communities 💙Youth Mental Health First Aid Training 💙The Bullying Support Hub 💙The Beacon Cyber Safety App Every contribution makes a difference in creating a kinder, safer future for all young people. 🔗 Click here to donate and show your support. https://support.dollysdream.org.au/event/do-it-for-dolly-day/donate Let’s stand together and Go Blue 💙
07 May 2026
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What a fantastic evening at the Careers of Today Parent Education Forum – Western Sydney! 👏 Thank you to all the families who joined us to connect with industry experts and explore future career pathways. Key takeaways from the night included Darren Ingram (Clarendon Homes) highlighting the importance of resilience — encouraging parents to support their children in completing apprenticeships, as the skills gained can open many doors. Donna Davis MP of Parramatta also shared the value of strong people skills — how you work in a team, customer service, experiences like team sports, working together, and even picking up the phone to have a conversation all play an important role in shaping future career success. Great conversations, valuable insights, and a strong community coming together to support our young people. @clarendon_homes_nsw @anategroup @healthscopeau @ambroseearlylearningandcare @ACUStrathfield #WesternSydney #FutureCareers #CareerEducation #Parramatta #ECEC #catholiceducation @catholicschoolsparCatholic Schools Parramatta Diocese @cpgsouthwest Domain @domain.com.au @parramattacatholicservices @tafensw #donnadavismp #WEXPO @donnadavismp @novotelparramatta
30 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
