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Commitment to Close the Gap clear for Western Sydney Catholic schools

21 Mar 2025

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Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) has released its first annual Closing the Gap report. This report outlines its contribution to improving socio-economic outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, particularly students and their families.

CSPD Chief Executive Officer Jack de Groot said the report reflects the dedication of CSPD’s 6 500 staff in fostering reconciliation and equity through the organisation’s 80 outstanding school across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains.

“We’re strongly committed to great outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through education grounded in excellence and inclusion,” Jack said. “Our Catholic tradition puts people in need first and there is still so much more to do to Close the Gap for First Nations people in Australia, including in our Catholic schools.”

The annual report is an additional commitments CSPD has included in its forthcoming Reconciliation Action Plan. While not exhaustive, the report highlights some of the meaningful efforts being made through CSPD schools and services across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains. Some highlights include:

  • a year-on-year increase of approximately 7.5% enrolment growth for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students (bringing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to 1,217 total)
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students maintained an attendance rate above 87% in both 2023 and 2024, compared to 85.1% in 2022
  • increasing HSC participation with 65 HSC candidates in 2025, in contrast to 10 HSC candidates in 2016
  • steady improvement in HSC results, with the proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students achieving top-band awards rising from 7.69% in 2016 to nearly 30% by 2024
  • achievements in Vocational Education and Training such as St John Paul II Catholic College Schofields student Tataya Curry-Jones being named NSW Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student of the Year and St Agnes Catholic High School Rooty Hill student Jewel Osborne won the prestigious Aurora Award at the Western Sydney and Blue Mountains Region at the 2024 NSW Training Awards.

The report celebrates the strengths-based work of the CSPD Jarara team based in Mount Druitt and Family Liaison Officer Aunty Roz Webb, an Aboriginal Elder embedded within CSPD’s Student Support Directorate. Other successful initiatives include the Murama Youth Ambassador Program, cultural learning programs such as Sky Country Dreaming and the Up and Go Bus that provides students with transport to school (and brekky on the road), an initiative to support student attendance.

Looking ahead, opportunities to increase CSPD’s contribution to national efforts to close the gap include considering scaling the Family Liaison Officer model, expanding transition support, and strengthening vocational pathways will be key priorities. Deepening partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations, universities, and employers while increasing access to targeted wellbeing services will further enhance student outcomes. By refining exisiting programs and fostering strong community collaborations, CSPD can continue to make a contribution to sustained progress towards parity between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.

Closing the Gap report

Aboriginal Education CSPD News Executive Director General

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Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese

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www.parra.catholic.edu.au

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    08 May 2025

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    🌸Don’t forget to join us for the Mother’s Day breakfast at 7:45am - 9:00am and assembly at 2:15pm. We look forward to celebrating our mothers, grandmothers and mother figures! 💐
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    08 May 2025

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    📢 HUGE shoutout to our amazing school community for making our Athletics Carnival such a roaring success yesterday! 🏃‍♀️💨 Your incredible support, enthusiastic encouragement, and helpful hands-on approach made all the difference. From cheering on our athletes to lending a hand with events, we couldn't have done it without you! 🙌💙 Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students and school spirit! 🎉 #SchoolCommunity #AthleticsCarnival #ThankYou #Teamwork #SchoolSpirit #MakingADifference

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08 May 2025

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🌸Don’t forget to join us for the Mother’s Day breakfast at 7:45am - 9:00am and assembly at 2:15pm. We look forward to celebrating our mothers, grandmothers and mother figures! 💐

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08 May 2025

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📢 HUGE shoutout to our amazing school community for making our Athletics Carnival such a roaring success yesterday! 🏃‍♀️💨 Your incredible support, enthusiastic encouragement, and helpful hands-on approach made all the difference. From cheering on our athletes to lending a hand with events, we couldn't have done it without you! 🙌💙 Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students and school spirit! 🎉 #SchoolCommunity #AthleticsCarnival #ThankYou #Teamwork #SchoolSpirit #MakingADifference

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06 May 2025

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📣 Get ready to ROAR! 📣 Our amazing students are putting in the work today, practising their awesome cheers for the Athletics Carnival TOMORROW! 🎉 Come ready to support your house and show your school spirit! Let's make some noise! 📢 🏆

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02 May 2025

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This afternoon, our Holy Spirit school community gathered for a beautiful Memorial Liturgy to honour the life and legacy of Pope Francis. Students prayed, reflected, and created thoughtful tributes inspired by his message of compassion, peace, and care for creation. These special reflections are now proudly displayed in our MPA as a lasting tribute to his life of kindness and service

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02 May 2025

Criss Cross | Jump Rope for Heart

Get Ready to Jump this weekend! Get your skipping ropes ready because our awesome Jump Rope for Heart event is in full swing! It's going to be a fantastic fundraiser filled with fun, fitness, and raising money for a really important cause – helping hearts stay healthy. We have already raised $564.00. Remember, Jump Rope for Heart isn't just about skipping; it's about challenging ourselves and learning new things too! This week, we're encouraging everyone to give the criss-cross skill a go. It might look tricky at first, but with a little practice, you'll be amazed at what you can do!

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01 May 2025

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30 Apr 2025

Jump Rope for Heart Video 2025

We're so excited to announce that we will be participating in Jump Rope for Heart again in 2025! 🎉 This is a fantastic way for our students to have fun, get active, and learn about the importance of keeping their hearts healthy. 💪 Jump Rope for Heart is a great program that teaches kids about cardiovascular health while they skip, play, and raise vital funds for the Heart Foundation. 💖 Please check the newsletter about when the jumping will take place and how your child can get involved. 👀 Let's get ready to jump and make a difference together! 🌟

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22 Apr 2025

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21 Apr 2025

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Just a quick reminder for our Year 5 and Year 6 families: Registrations for the Sacrament of Confirmation are now open. Please ensure your child has already received the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion before registering. Sacramental Coordinator contact: Germaine sacraments@holyspiritstclair.com.au Blessings to you all this Easter season! 🌸✨

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20 Apr 2025

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Wishing Easter blessings to our Holy Spirit community.

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