Tech brings kids together
While technology has both pros and cons, there is no doubt that one of its positives is the power it has to bring people...
Labor promises to air condition all Penrith schools
Opposition Leader Luke Foley has announced a Labor government would air condition some 600 schools as part of a $300 million investment.
Mr Foley was...
Woolies gives back to the community through school program
Aussie schools and early learning centres are set to receive more than 300,000 vital education resources over the next few weeks, all thanks to...
Kids reach the Stars with new language program
Local kids can connect with a culture over 9,000km away through a playgroup that is delivered almost entirely in Chinese.
Mandarin Stars, a language program...
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...
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...
Fresh approach to childcare in Emu Plains
An innovative childcare centre that incorporates the interests of primary students to allow them to explore their passions free from boredom is coming to...
Incredible family hasn’t missed a single day of school
Between the medical appointments, family holidays or just the bad luck of getting sick, there's so many factors throughout a school year that lead...
RSL gets behind program to build reading skills
Reading is one of the most important skills that a child will ever learn.
Sadly, many young children struggle with learning difficulties and a lack...
Unusual uniform helps raise money for education
The guys and girls of Glenmore Park High School donned their best school dress to raise money for girls’ access to education.
Last week, staff...
Teachers recognised for going above and beyond
More than 20 teachers from Penrith Public School have been nominated in this year’s OfficeMax ‘A Day Made Better’ teacher awards.
The nationwide competition, which...
Call for second major university
With land in the city centre going unused, Councillor Aaron Duke believes that a second university for Penrith will see our region thrive.
During Monday...
Students feel the power as they aim to win Solar Challenge
This year, the 22 member Solar Car team from Western Sydney University (WSU) is ready to win the biannual 2017 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.
The...
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...
Students get a taste of the real world
Confidence is key for the next generation of job hunters, and Jamison High School students are bursting with it following their ‘work ready’ project...
War of words erupts over education
The Federal Government has denied it is cutting funding to education, claiming Labor is using misleading figures in its criticism of the recent Budget.
Teachers...
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...
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...
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...
Putting students in the driver’s seat
The next Henry Ford or Edward Holden could come from Penrith Christian School as students begin a six month program where they will design...