News & Events

29 Mar 2026

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This week, our school community participated in the Caritas Walk for Water, a powerful experience that helped our students develop a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by others around the world. Our FIAT Leaders and Mrs Hyson led a beautiful and reflective assembly prayer, for the ‘United Against Poverty’ Caritas initiative here at St Andrew’s. During the prayer, water was used as a symbol of the long journeys many children in Tanzania make each day to access this essential resource. Mrs Bond poured holy water that had been blessed by Bishop Vincent at the diocesan liturgy marking the launch of Caritas. This special moment connected our students not only to the global community, but also to our faith, reminding us of our shared responsibility to care for others.

29 Mar 2026

From Facebook

Today we celebrate Palm Sunday, the beginning of Holy Week. 🌿 We remember Jesus entering Jerusalem with humility and peace, welcomed with palm branches and praise. As we journey through this sacred week, may we take time to reflect, pray, and walk with Him toward the hope of Easter. ✨

28 Mar 2026

From Facebook

Congratulations to our Students of the Week! 🌟 We are so proud of the way you have demonstrated positive attitudes, resilience, and a commitment to your learning. 👏📚 A special congratulations also to our four Best Classes of the Week! 🏆 Your teamwork, focus, and dedication to doing your best have been outstanding. 🙌 Remember, maintaining this recognition means showing consistent effort and commitment to learning every day—keep striving to do your personal best! 💪✨

26 Mar 2026

From Facebook

🚶‍♂️💧 Walk for Water – CARITAS Australia 💧🚶‍♀️ Today our St Andrew’s community walked in solidarity with the children of Tanzania. Many make the long journey to collect water up to three times a day, often at the cost of their education. By taking part in our Walk for Water Day, we stood together to raise awareness, show compassion, and support CARITAS Australia’s mission to bring clean, safe drinking water to communities in need. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us. Your presence, your steps, and your spirit made a real difference. 💙🌍

26 Mar 2026

From Facebook

🌌✨ Year 5 Planetarium Incursion ✨🌌 On Wednesday 25 March, our Year 5 students experienced an exciting Planetarium Incursion led by Gary Starr, travelling through the universe in a 360° immersive theatre. They explored the wonders and dangers of our Solar System through an engaging space adventure led by “The Great Schiaparelli.” Students also learned about Indigenous Australian astronomy, discovering how Aboriginal cultures interpret the night sky and its connection to life, seasons, and spirituality. It was an inspiring experience that sparked curiosity and deepened their appreciation for both science and culture. 🚀🌠 #StAndrews #Year5 #PlanetariumIncursion

26 Mar 2026

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Thank you for your donation and for standing with us as we ‘Unite Against Poverty’ through Project Compassion this lent.

25 Mar 2026

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🏊‍♂️🌟 Amazing Achievement! 🌟🏊‍♂️ A huge congratulations to William on his outstanding performance at the NSW Youth Age Championships at Homebush! Competing against the very best swimmers from across the state, William delivered incredible results: 🥇 Gold – 400m Freestyle 🥇 Gold – 200m Butterfly 🥉 Bronze – 200m Freestyle What an incredible effort at such a high level of competition! We are so proud of you, William! 👏💙 Keep chasing your goals and making waves! 🌊✨

24 Mar 2026

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Kindergarten has been busy learning all about living things! We have been exploring how living things grow and what they need to survive. To bring our learning to life, we created our very own grass heads 🪴

24 Mar 2026

700+ Unite for Project Compassion Big Water Walk

More than 700 students and staff from 23 schools across Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) came together for Caritas Australia’s Big Water Walk in support of Project Compassion. Beginning at Parramatta Park, students carried buckets of water along a 4km route, gaining a glimpse of the daily journey faced by people in developing communities, especially women and children, in search of clean water.

24 Mar 2026

From Facebook

24 Mar 2026

From Facebook

We congratulated our Diocesan Swim Squad during our last Friday morning assembly. The squad recently competed against other schools in our zone area. Mr Beggs was impressed immensely by their sportsmanship, competitiveness and how they represented our school with pride. Well done to: Lily E Oliver R Harlyn W Iris J William F Natalie F Eva R Kayla N Dane S Denise L Vivienne V

23 Mar 2026

From Facebook

Today we farewelled and gave thanks to Mr Paynter for his 27 years of service to St Andrew’s, marking the end of a remarkable 46-year teaching career 🎓 We gathered as a community to honour his contribution, hearing from students about the memories and lessons they will always carry with them. His service to Catholic education has made a lasting impact on so many ❤️ Joined by his wife Sonya, family and friends, Mr Paynter was celebrated with an assembly and a guard of honour 👏 Mr Paynter’s parting words to our students: Be yourself. Be respectful. Be responsible Be resilient. Be optimistic. Thank you Mr Paynter, we wish you every blessing in this next chapter 🌟