
Find the right Catholic school for your child – Open Week 4-10 August 2025

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Catholic Schools
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August 4-10
Catholic Education South Australia (CESA) has welcomed the State Government’s decision to continue its funding commitment to non-government schools through to 2034, following the finalisation of the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement with the Federal Government.
Set to open in January 2027, Xavier College Riverlea Park will be the first school in Riverlea, a masterplanned residential community. Construction is expected to begin later this year.
Celebrating 180 Years of Excellence under the ‘Shine with Open Hearts’ theme
Catholic Education Week will be celebrated across South Australia’s 101 Catholic schools this week (12-18 May), inviting school communities, families, and staff to celebrate the high-quality teaching and learning that takes place on a daily basis.
Catholic Education South Australia proudly extends its congratulations to the exceptional achievements of the "Class of 2024" in their SACE results. These results are a reflection of our students' determination, resilience, and dedication, supported by the invaluable guidance and encouragement of our committed educators and the students' families.
Announced today all three South Australian education sectors – Public, Independent and Catholic – will take significant steps towards a more inclusive education system in South Australia.
The reforms are set to deliver on the recommendations made by the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability.
Catholic Education South Australia has announced the first of multiple new Early Learning Centres (ELCs) to be delivered through a major partnership with Accord and Eden Academy.
The first ELC, co-located at Xavier College Two Wells, which will be known as Eden Grove is expected to open in Term 3, 2026. The $4 million purpose-built centre will cater for 141 children, offering care and learning from six weeks to five years of age. An additional Eden Grove ELC will open at Xavier College Riverlea Park in 2027.
An unwavering commitment to students, a passion for teaching, and a drive to make a difference—these are the shared qualities of the outstanding individuals honoured at the 2025 Catholic Education Awards.
Compass Catholic Community in Davoren Park is set to double its capacity, announcing a $9 million expansion project to meet increasing enrolment demand. Since opening in January 2022, the fee-free learning community for young people aged 17-24 has grown rapidly.
Twenty students from Catholic schools in South Australia have been named among the winners in two major state-wide Humanities competitions.
Earlier this year, senior school students from across South Australia were invited to enter the 2024 Premier’s Anzac Spirit School Prize and the Muriel Matters Awards.
The annual STEM MAD National Showcase, hosted by Brisbane Catholic Education, took place on Tuesday, November 19, bringing together students from Catholic schools across Australia. The event provided a platform for primary and secondary students to present creative projects addressing real-world challenges through the lens of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
STEM MAD, a national program, inspires students to "Make A Difference" by applying STEM knowledge to promote justice and the common good, aligning with the ecological and social principles outlined in Laudato Si': On Care for Our Common Home.
Catholic Education South Australia (CESA) has welcomed the State Government’s decision to continue its funding commitment to non-government schools through to 2034, following the finalisation of the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement with the Federal Government.
Catholic Education South Australia has announced the first of multiple new Early Learning Centres (ELCs) to be delivered through a major partnership with Accord and Eden Academy.
The first ELC, co-located at Xavier College Two Wells, which will be known as Eden Grove is expected to open in Term 3, 2026. The $4 million purpose-built centre will cater for 141 children, offering care and learning from six weeks to five years of age. An additional Eden Grove ELC will open at Xavier College Riverlea Park in 2027.
Set to open in January 2027, Xavier College Riverlea Park will be the first school in Riverlea, a masterplanned residential community. Construction is expected to begin later this year.
An unwavering commitment to students, a passion for teaching, and a drive to make a difference—these are the shared qualities of the outstanding individuals honoured at the 2025 Catholic Education Awards.
Celebrating 180 Years of Excellence under the ‘Shine with Open Hearts’ theme
Catholic Education Week will be celebrated across South Australia’s 101 Catholic schools this week (12-18 May), inviting school communities, families, and staff to celebrate the high-quality teaching and learning that takes place on a daily basis.
Compass Catholic Community in Davoren Park is set to double its capacity, announcing a $9 million expansion project to meet increasing enrolment demand. Since opening in January 2022, the fee-free learning community for young people aged 17-24 has grown rapidly.
Catholic Education South Australia proudly extends its congratulations to the exceptional achievements of the "Class of 2024" in their SACE results. These results are a reflection of our students' determination, resilience, and dedication, supported by the invaluable guidance and encouragement of our committed educators and the students' families.
Twenty students from Catholic schools in South Australia have been named among the winners in two major state-wide Humanities competitions.
Earlier this year, senior school students from across South Australia were invited to enter the 2024 Premier’s Anzac Spirit School Prize and the Muriel Matters Awards.
Announced today all three South Australian education sectors – Public, Independent and Catholic – will take significant steps towards a more inclusive education system in South Australia.
The reforms are set to deliver on the recommendations made by the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability.
The annual STEM MAD National Showcase, hosted by Brisbane Catholic Education, took place on Tuesday, November 19, bringing together students from Catholic schools across Australia. The event provided a platform for primary and secondary students to present creative projects addressing real-world challenges through the lens of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
STEM MAD, a national program, inspires students to "Make A Difference" by applying STEM knowledge to promote justice and the common good, aligning with the ecological and social principles outlined in Laudato Si': On Care for Our Common Home.