Holy Cross Primary ranks in the NAPLAN Top 10 for the Blacktown area.
Primary schools in the Blacktown Local Government Area are outperforming students at similar schools across the country in key NAPLAN subjects, new data shows. A recent article in the Blacktown Advocate named St John Vianney’s Primary, Holy Cross Primary and Mary Immaculate Primary School as ranking in the Top 10 for the Blacktown area.
The 2018 NAPLAN results, uploaded to the Australia Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority’s My School website this week, showed which primary schools across the Blacktown area achieved results “above” or “substantially above” other schools with similar students.
NAPLAN tests assess primary students in years 3 and 5 and high school students in years 7 and 9 in literacy and numeracy.
The results of students with a similar Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA), were compared by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority to determine how schools fared against others with similar challenges and opportunities.
Year 3 students St John Vianney’s Primary School achieved results “significantly above” similar schools in at least one subject.
Top 10 High-Achieving Primary Schools in Blacktown
- Quakers Hill Public School
- Caddie Creek Public School
- Rouse Hill Anglican College
- John Palmer Public School
- Australian Islamic College of Sydney
- St John Vianney’s Primary School
- Kings Langley Public School
- Norwest Christian College
- Holy Cross Primary School
- Mary Immaculate Primary School
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11 Nov 2025
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Today our school community paused to remember and pray for all the men and women who have served our country, and for those who gave their lives for peace and freedom. 🌺💚💜 As we wear our poppies and share in a minute of silence, we ask God to bless those who serve and to help us be peacemakers in our world. “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” – Matthew 5:9
10 Nov 2025
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Congratulations to our school cricket team who were victorious in the 4th Round of the Mark Taylor Shield Competition 🏏 They are now into the Final 6 teams from schools across Parramatta Diocese, Wollongong Diocese, Sydney Diocese and Broken Bay Diocese 👏💚💜
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11 Nov 2025
From Facebook
Today our school community paused to remember and pray for all the men and women who have served our country, and for those who gave their lives for peace and freedom. 🌺💚💜 As we wear our poppies and share in a minute of silence, we ask God to bless those who serve and to help us be peacemakers in our world. “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” – Matthew 5:9
10 Nov 2025
From Facebook
Congratulations to our school cricket team who were victorious in the 4th Round of the Mark Taylor Shield Competition 🏏 They are now into the Final 6 teams from schools across Parramatta Diocese, Wollongong Diocese, Sydney Diocese and Broken Bay Diocese 👏💚💜
31 Oct 2025
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Congratulations to the students who received either a Personal Best or a PBS4L award at today's Sharing Our Learning. Keep up the good work!
31 Oct 2025
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Our Year 6 students showcased their learning today at the 'Sharing Our Learning' event. The students demonstrated fantastic knowledge, confidence, and passion. Their hard work truly shone through!
31 Oct 2025
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Well done to all of our Stage 2 students who represented Holy Cross at the Touch Football Gala Day today 🏉💚💜 A lot of great wins by both teams and a really fun day of sport with friends 👍
30 Oct 2025
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Today our Kindergarten students enjoyed a trip to the farm for their very first excursion! 💚💜
30 Oct 2025
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Congratulations to Milana from Year 5 who was recently selected to play for the Baulkham Hills Netball representative team in 2026! 🏐 Well done Milana!👏
29 Oct 2025
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Today we celebrated All Saints Day and reflected on the lives of all the saints, known and unknown, who inspire us to live with faith, hope, and love. ✝️ Together, we give thanks for the holy men and women who show us how to follow Christ. 🙏
28 Oct 2025
Nagle College Launches New STEM Scholarship for Future Innovators
Nagle College Blacktown has announced the launch of the “Christine Howe STEM Academic Scholarship”, a new opportunity designed to support and inspire young women passionate about STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). Students enrolling in Year 7 from 2026 are eligible to apply for the scholarship, which reflects the College’s ongoing commitment to excellence in learning within a supportive Catholic community.
28 Oct 2025
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🥅⚽️ SOCKTOBER 2025 🇿🇲🌽 Last week our school participated in Catholic Mission’s Socktober — a fun and meaningful way to 'kick goals for good'! We kicked off with a visit from Irene from Catholic Mission, followed by a week filled with prayer, learning, raising awareness, and of course, making sockballs and enjoying soccer shootouts! As we wrap up this special initiative, we remind our families that it’s the final week to donate. If you’re able, please visit our Holy Cross Socktober Fundraising page to support this wonderful cause and help make a positive impact to the community in Zambia 🇿🇲. https://www.socktober.org.au/fundraisers/HolyCrossPrimarySchoolGlenwood Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Catholic Mission
24 Oct 2025
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What a truly special Year 6 Reflection Day at Holy Cross Primary! 🌟 It was a beautiful day of looking back and moving forward, as our students spent time reflecting on their wonderful years here with us. The atmosphere was filled with heartfelt memories. We also took a deep dive into the Scripture passages chosen for their upcoming Graduation Mass. Through various forms of art, the students creatively deconstructed and reflected on the passages, giving the Word of God a personal and powerful meaning for their farewell celebration. A huge thank you to Mrs Pittas, Miss Gray, Mrs Sayers, Mr Lendvai, Mr Buckley and Mrs Clements for organising such a wonderful and unique experience.
23 Oct 2025
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Thank you to our awesome parent helpers from Kindergarten who helped with the preparation of our sausage sizzle today 🌭👍 Much appreciated!
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