Why choose us?
At Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School Prestons we value the unique passions and gifts of every child. We provide a Kindergarten to Year 6 learning environment that is rich in collaboration, creativity and challenge where students grow and become compassionate, confident, highly skilled learners.
We build strong partnerships with parents, creating a welcoming and inclusive community. Together we celebrate the milestones of friendship, learning and faith as students journey on the path God planned for them.
Principal’s Message
Welcome to St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School Prestons. Our school is one of the one hundred and forty seven Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Sydney. Founded in 1999, St Catherine of Siena School is one of two Catholic parish primary schools in the Parish of St Francis Xavier Lurnea. We have a strong relationship with our parish priest and friend, Fr Thu Nguyen.
Our school motto: ‘With Open Eyes’ is based on the words of Saint Catherine of Siena, where we are all encouraged to be open to the beauty of the world and each other and by using all of our gifts and talents we can be the person that God intended us to be.
The dedicated staff of St Catherine of Siena School provide quality learning and teaching
experiences ensuring every student progresses in academic growth and faith development. At St Catherine of Siena School we collaborate closely with families to support the needs of all
students.
You are encouraged to explore our school website to see what St Catherine of Siena Catholic
Primary School has to offer.
It is my honour and privilege to serve the students, families and community of St Catherine of
Siena Catholic Primary School Prestons.
Philip Barrington
Principal
History
Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School Prestons was founded in 1999 to serve the parish of St Francis Xavier’s Lurnea. From small beginnings with just 48 students, five staff members and temporary classrooms, the school has continued to grow and develop into a welcoming and inclusive learning environment with over 600 students, 50 staff members and contemporary learning spaces that cater to the unique passions and gifts of every child.
Charism
Our school is founded on the charism of Saint Catherine of Siena, a Doctor of the Church, a member of the Dominican Third Order and Patron Saint of Italy. She was a woman of great faith with a passionate love of Christ. She was an influential figure who helped to shape the destiny of the Church and whose legacy continues to inspire us to be compassionate, courageous and faith filled in our daily lives.
Through her letters and prayers, Saint Catherine of Siena reveals the goodness of the created world and the dignity and beauty of all human persons. Inspired by her words ‘Open the eye of your mind and gaze into me’ and ‘Be the person God intended you to be and you will set the world on fire’, our school is a place where students ignite, explore and grow in a love of God, a love of learning and love of others.
Motto
With Open Eyes
Vision
We are a Catholic school community:
- founded on the person of Jesus Christ and enlivened by the Gospel
- inspired by the life of Saint Catherine of Siena
- connecting faith with daily life
- sharing in the evangelising mission of the Church.
Mission
At Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School Prestons, we are committed to:
- building in each person an authentic relationship with God
- developing each child spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, physically and socially
- engaging each child in quality teaching and learning experiences maximising success
- preparing each child to be successful lifelong learners who make a positive contribution to society.
Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School Prestons is an integral part of the parish community of St Francis Xavier Lurnea and is strongly supported by our parish priest Fr Thu Nguyen. Students regularly participate in liturgical celebrations led by Fr Thu in our school chapel and also have the opportunity to visit the Church throughout the year.
The parish community offers our students and families a welcoming and enriching Sacramental Program that supports their journey in faith. Students are encouraged to participate in the wide variety of opportunities offered by the parish, including the dynamic youth group.
Parish Priest Fr Thu Nguyen
Saint Francis Xavier Lurnea Mass Times
- Saturday Vigil: 5pm
- Sunday: 8am, 9:30am, 6pm
Click here for link to parish website
