On Wednesday 6th February, Year 6 set off to go to Camp Collaroy for two nights and three days.
Camp Collaroy is a huge property, on Sydney’s Northern beaches that is used for school camps. This property is set close to Collaroy beach, which meant we could do some really fun activities there.
The activities that Year 6 participated in required everyone to step out of their comfort zones and to trust in themselves and their peers. The activities we did were: laser tag, archery, giant swing, rock climbing, flying fox, fun in the sun and games on the oval. These activities were incredibly fun and challenging but Year 6 did a great job in taking part.
On the last night of camp, all of Year 6, including the teachers, had to get ready to go on a walk that would take an hour and a half. The camp guides that were taking us on the walk explained the rules before we set off. We walked past shops, houses and the beach. When we reached the midpoint destination, we stopped and looked at the view. It was so magical.
We were on top of a mountain which had a breathtaking view of the ocean. We could see all the way to the city in one direction and all the way to Gosford in the other. We stopped for a group photo before we began to walk back to camp. On the way back we needed our torches because it was starting to get dark. When we got back and up the giant hill, we all flopped onto the grass and didn’t want to move because we were so tired!
We were all exhausted at the end of the camp and although we were grateful for the experience, we were super excited to go home.
Camp Collaroy was the best camp ever!
Michael, Elizabeth and Matilda
Our Lady of Mt Carmel | Wentworthville
www.olmcwentworthville.catholic.edu.au
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23 Apr 2026
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✝️ God Day – Stations of the Cross ✝️ At the end of last term, our school community gathered for a reverent and moving reenactment of the Stations of the Cross, as our students retold the story of Jesus’ Passion and Death. Each class prayerfully prepared a station, bringing the Scripture to life through drama, reflection, artwork and song. As we journeyed from one station to the next, we were invited to pause, reflect and enter more deeply into the love, sacrifice and hope at the heart of this sacred story. This powerful experience has continued to shape our learning this term, as students now reflect on the story of the Resurrection and what it means to live our faith in action — walking alongside others, showing compassion, and bringing hope to our community. We thank our students, staff and families for their thoughtful participation in this special moment of prayer and reflection.
21 Apr 2026
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Congratulations to the children receiving Star Card Awards today. We were excited to present our very first Principal's Award to Christopher!
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23 Apr 2026
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✝️ God Day – Stations of the Cross ✝️ At the end of last term, our school community gathered for a reverent and moving reenactment of the Stations of the Cross, as our students retold the story of Jesus’ Passion and Death. Each class prayerfully prepared a station, bringing the Scripture to life through drama, reflection, artwork and song. As we journeyed from one station to the next, we were invited to pause, reflect and enter more deeply into the love, sacrifice and hope at the heart of this sacred story. This powerful experience has continued to shape our learning this term, as students now reflect on the story of the Resurrection and what it means to live our faith in action — walking alongside others, showing compassion, and bringing hope to our community. We thank our students, staff and families for their thoughtful participation in this special moment of prayer and reflection.
21 Apr 2026
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Congratulations to the children receiving Star Card Awards today. We were excited to present our very first Principal's Award to Christopher!
21 Apr 2026
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Alleluia! Alleluia! He is Risen This was the reflection that our parents guided us through at our first assembly of Term 2 as we concluded our Easter reflections. We listened to the story of Jesus' Resurrection.
31 Mar 2026
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Plan your School Holidays with Cumberland! 🎒✨ April is almost here, so make sure your children never have a boring day. From reptile experiences 🐍 to writing workshops ✍️, sporting clinics 🏀 and arts & crafts 🎨, there’s something for every curious mind! Dive into our full program across: 📚 Libraries 🏛️ Community Centres 🖼️ Art Galleries 🌳 Parks and MORE! To learn more, visit: https://www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/school-programs
31 Mar 2026
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We now approach the most important days in the Church's year. Join us as we celebrate the Easter Triduum.
31 Mar 2026
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30 Mar 2026
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Congratulations to all students receiving an award today. This week we have present our first Platinum awards for the term. We also presented ribbons to our competitive cross country winners.
25 Mar 2026
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What a brilliant day for our annual Cross Country Carnival. This year we held two components a competitive race for student wishing to qualify for the Diocesan Carnival and a Fun Run event for those who just wanted to have fun with their friends doing a physical activity. There was certainly a fun carnival atmosphere for our event with children cheering on the serious competitors. The Fun Run saw children running, skipping and even a few penguin walkers. The teachers and even Fr Alby joined the fun. A huge thank you to Mr Pearn and Mrs Paine for their organisation and all the parent helpers who helped with track supervision.
24 Mar 2026
700+ Unite for Project Compassion Big Water Walk
More than 700 students and staff from 23 schools across Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) came together for Caritas Australia’s Big Water Walk in support of Project Compassion. Beginning at Parramatta Park, students carried buckets of water along a 4km route, gaining a glimpse of the daily journey faced by people in developing communities, especially women and children, in search of clean water.
23 Mar 2026
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🎉 Congratulations to our students who received awards for their wonderful learning achievements! 📚🏆
20 Mar 2026
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Congratulations to Mr Alexander and Mrs Anderiesz who were officially commissioned by Rev. Father Peter Williams as an early career teacher and newly appointed principal in Catholic Education, Parramatta Diocese. This special celebration highlighted that Catholic Education is a vocation of service, grounded in faith and dedicated to the growth and wellbeing of every student. We are so proud of their commitment to their students and school communities . Wishing them every blessing as they begin this journey. ✨🙏📚