Education
Jamisontown Public School opens its doors for 40th birthday
Through floods and fires, Jamisontown Public School has been a hub in the community for as long as many can remember.
Exchange program promotes lifelong friendships
Students at local Catholic girls school, Caroline Chisholm, have made friends and exchanged unforgettable memories with girls that live almost 8,000 kilometres away.
16 Japanese...
Mounting problem in local schools
Enduring freezing cold conditions in winter and boiling heat in summer, hundreds of local students are attending classes in demountables that are more than...
Labor says Mulgoa Rise school construction must be fast-tracked
School must be built sooner rather than later, Opposition says.
No time like the present: Mid-year start to uni available at WSU
While many prospective students may think they have to wait till next to year to start university, Western Sydney University (WSU) isn’t wasting any time – allowing students to start right away.
New science school for Luddenham
Luddenham will be home to the country's first STEM-focused school which will be built inside Sydney Science Park.
Officially announced today by NSW Premier Gladys...
Spelling champs are lost for words
Etymology, irredeemable, and enthusiasm were just a few of the words Emilia McCarthy, aged nine, successfully spelled at the 2018 NSW Premier’s Spelling Bee,...
Devices needed to ensure Indigenous kids stay on track
A local organisation is trying to keep Indigenous children plugged into education and able to access services during the pandemic.
Helping ease the back to school cost burden
The giving season doesn’t end at Christmas, with many struggling locals in need of a little bit of extra help this new year.
Mama Lana’s...
Students get on board with reading
Library on wheels promotes joy of reading during visit to local primary school
New trees become permanent tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
Schools around Penrith have commemorated the passing of Queen Elizabeth II with ceremonies funded as part of the Australian Government’s Planting Trees for The Queen’s Jubilee Program.
Chris shows off his worldly skills
21-year-old Chris Roberts is new to the landscaping world, but he could just be skilled enough to dominate it.
The third-year TAFE student and Kingswood...
Driving towards their goals
Students from Glenmore Park High School are turning trash into cash as they hope to raise enough money for a mini bus.
Collecting cans and...
School formals to go ahead
Year 12 students across NSW will be able to celebrate finishing school with COVID-19 safe graduation ceremonies and formals being allowed to take place during Term 4.
Stars of public education honoured with scholarships
Local students honoured with scholarships at Sydney Town Hall presentation
Local student takes home top public speaking prize
Vice Captain of Wollemi College in Werrington, Nathan Bartolo, has taken the top prize at the Catholic Schools Public Speaking competition.
Last month over 700...
New Colombo Plan celebrates fifth birthday
Western Sydney University (WSU) celebrated the New Colombo Plan's (NCP) fifth birthday today. The government scholarship program to send university students to the Indo-Pacific...
Footy legend behind new app helping to educate our kids
A Penrith Panthers legend is behind a new app that allows parents to provide guilt-free screen time for their children.
Nursing degrees to go online as teaching evolution goes to new level
Western Sydney University (WSU), Australia’s number one university for nursing and midwifery, has launched its Bachelor of Nursing degree through WSU Online, in a...
McCarthy Catholic College to be re-named from 2020
The Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta has confirmed that McCarthy Catholic College in Emu Plains will have a new name from next year.
The well-known...
