Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning

NAPLAN

The 2025 NAPLAN results have now been released, providing valuable insights into student achievement across literacy and numeracy. At the College, we use this data not just to celebrate areas of growth – such as improvements in reading, spelling, and grammar – but also to identify where additional support is needed. Our teaching teams analyse cohort trends and individual progress to inform targeted interventions, such as small group tuition and differentiated classroom strategies. These insights also guide our planning for curriculum delivery and professional learning, ensuring we continue to build strong foundations in literacy and numeracy from Kindergarten through to Year 12.

Winter Academy 2026

We are thrilled by the strong interest shown in the inaugural Year 9 Winter Academy for 2026, running from 21 July to 9 August at Tallong. This three-week residential experience will take students beyond our Strathfield campus into a dynamic environment of academic inquiry, outdoor education, and experiential learning. Students will engage in English and Mathematics lessons via connection with classrooms at Santa Sabina, while PDHPE theory and practice will be integrated into the outdoor program. Science and Geography will anchor an interdisciplinary project, allowing students to pursue individualised learning pathways. With registrations now closed, we look forward to sharing updates on this exciting adventure that fosters independence, leadership, and resilience.

Semester One Academic Awards

We celebrated the exceptional academic performance of our Year 7 to Year 10 students at the Semester One Awards Assembly held in Week 1 this term. These awards celebrate excellence across a range of subjects and reflect the dedication, curiosity, and perseverance our students bring to their learning. We commend all students for their hard work and look forward to supporting their continued success throughout the year. 

Jacqueline Pugh
Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning