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5 conversation starters to support a confident leap into high school!

The jump from Year 6 to Year 7 is a huge milestone—not just for your child but for you too! It’s a mix of new beginnings, big opportunities, and yes, a few nerves along the way.  At Sydney Catholic Schools, we totally get it—it’s not just about changing playgrounds, it’s about having conversations that give your child the confidence and tools to absolutely crush this new chapter of emotional,

Community Recognition Statement Gilda Pussich

Fairfield has a history of transforming children's lives for the better. That work is not possible without our dedicated teachers. One teacher who stands out is Gilda Pussich, principal of Mary MacKillop Catholic College Wakeley from 2018 to 2023. During her tenure, Gilda led the school to achieve its best ever HSC results in 2021, climbing 104 positions to 138th. That occurred again in 2022, with the school rising

Game on: Benefits of sport for kids

With the Paris Olympic Games less than a month away, the determination, camaraderie and sheer physical skill present in elite sport will be on full display. And while seeing athletes at their peak is a vivid reminder of the many benefits of sport, your child doesn’t have to be a budding Olympian or Paralympian to embrace the positive effects of taking to your nearest pool, track, court or field.