Education
Students get their hands dirty for National Tree Day
While thousands of plants and trees will be planted this weekend to mark Planet Ark’s National Tree Day, they won’t be the only things...
Orchard Hills students come together as one to celebrate Harmony Day
Students at Montgrove College in Orchard Hills are breaking down cultural barriers today (Friday, March 17) as they unite to celebrate Harmony Day.
Organiser Vengie...
Students celebrate Aboriginal culture ahead of NAIDOC Week
Ahead of NAIDOC Week, Oxley Park Public School welcomed staff, students and members of the community to an assembly celebrating and recognising the history and culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Losing their religion: Local researcher looks into rise in atheism
A researcher at Western Sydney University (WSU) Werrington is looking into why people choose to dump their religion, and become active atheists.
In the 100 years...
How a local teen helped keep formals and graduations on track during pandemic
A local teenager has been recognised for her passion for keeping Year 12 formals and graduations on track despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Students get insight into dairy industry
Henry Fulton Public School students say they have enjoyed learning about dairy thanks to their class pet, ‘Mooranda’.
Mooranda, a life-size fibreglass cow, was given...
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...
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.
The advice local principals have for students ahead of NAPLAN
NAPLAN will be kicking off for 2023 tomorrow, with some big changes ahead for students in Years 3, 5, 7, and 9.
Exclusive: Jordan Springs school construction to begin within two years
Construction on a new primary school at Jordan Springs will begin within two years, according to the NSW Education Minister.
Rob Stokes joined Member for...
Penrith’s Larissa Moore honoured for work in childcare
Penrith's Larissa Moore has won the prestigious NSW Department of Education Early Childhood Educator Award at the 2021 7NEWS Young Achiever Awards.
Local schools shine on stage
Stunning student performances highlight Wakakirri Story-Dance Challenge
Making the right moves
Reti or not, Penrith Selective High School’s senior grade chess team are on their way to the Sydney Inter Regional Finals after recently being...
Labor promises local school upgrades if it wins election
Schools are a key focus this State Election with some local primary schools in Penrith set to get upgrades if Labor comes to power after March 25.
Super Cooper inspires his classmates
Living life legally blind can be difficult at the best of times, but a local primary school is breaking down barriers and embracing their...
Local school’s special milestone
Regentville Public School is inviting past and present students, teachers and families to take a walk down memory lane at their 150th anniversary celebration.
A...
Students return, as school sport is given green light to resume
Students across Penrith have returned to school today, bringing the curtain down on at-home learning for hopefully the final time.
Migrants brush up on fire safety skills at Kingswood TAFE
TAFE NSW is at the forefront of helping migrants transition to life in Australia by helping them brush up on their English whilst learning critical home fire safety skills.
Nepean High’s new hall officially opened
The new multi-million dollar hall at Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School has been officially opened.
Jordan Springs Public School ready for term three opening
The long anticipated Jordan Springs Public School is completed and ready to open for term three next month.
The state-of-the-art facility will enrol up to...
