The University of Notre Dame Australia has announced an Australian-first program for student teachers to undertake practical teaching placements in Europe as part of their Bachelor of Primary and Secondary Education studies. The program began in 2024 with ten students completing education placement in schools across Darlington, England. In 2026, a record 75 UNDA students will complete sc...

Catholic education leaders have moved to reassure families following the release of a national report that has raised concerns about the cost of schooling, emphasising that Catholic education remains both accessible and committed to supporting families, particularly during ongoing cost-of-living pressures. The National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC) has cautioned that the Cost of Educ...

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Notre Dame Australia, Professor Francis Campbell, has advised he will leave his role later in the year to undertake a new role in the Americas. Professor Campbell shared the news with staff in a joint message issued with Chancellor Paul McClintock AO. He has been at Notre Dame since January 2020 when he arrived from St Mary’s University in Londo...

St Thomas More College is pleased to announce the appointment of Melissa (Mim) Jones as the new Head of College. Mim has been Deputy Head of College since 2022. Mim brings extensive experience in residential college leadership, student wellbeing, governance, and higher education administration. Her appointment reflects both her strong leadership credentials and her deep understanding o...

The influence of one of world’s great football clubs was felt close to home recently, as students from Irene McCormack Catholic College and Servite College came together for a day shaped by ambition, community and the shared language of the beautiful game. Held in Butler under the banner of the Liverpool Football Club International Academy, the showcase brought together around 70 students f...

The Bishops of Australia have announced the appointment of the Honourable Scott Ryan as the new Executive Director of the National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC). Mr Ryan will replace the Honourable Jacinta Collins, who completes her term as Executive Director at the end of February 2026. Mr Ryan brings extensive educational policy knowledge and experience, having served within the...

The University of Notre Dame Australia has on 11 November announced the appointment of Mr Paul McClintock AO as the eighth Chancellor of the University. Photo: Supplied. The University of Notre Dame Australia is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Paul McClintock AO as the eighth Chancellor of the University. Mr McClintock brings to the responsibilities of Chancellor personal and...

Catholic Education WA Executive Director Wayne Bull said in WA, unlike other states, Catholic schools do not receive state government funding for capital despite parents, who are exercising school choice by enrolling their child in a Catholic school, contributing school fees on top of paying taxes.

National Catholic Education Executive Director Jacinta Collins said the ALRC’s predictable recommendations were not only at odds with the Inquiry’s terms of reference, but with the desire of families to choose a faith-based school for their children.

A figure of 81,736 students (Kindergarten to Year 12) were enrolled at the 162 Catholic schools – a 1.8 per cent increase compared to February 2023.