On the 15th of March, the college welcomed Olympian gold medalist Steven Bradbury who spoke to students and staff about his journey through the olympics, as well as his experience when it comes success, challenge and staying motivated.
The college community were chuffed at the experience of meeting a gold medalist and left his talk with extra motivation.
Our Year 12 Coordinator Steve was especially impressed with his visit, meeting his idol Steve!
The college thanks Steven Bradbury for taking the time to speak to students and staff, we wish him the best of luck for his future endeavours and will be cheering from the sidelines as a school community!
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18 Aug 2025
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Last Friday, staff and students at Gilroy Catholic College embraced a day of comfort and solidarity by wearing mufti with a purple item, showing their support for Bullying No Way Week (11–15 August). Throughout the week, students participated in pastoral lessons and discussions focused on recognising and celebrating individuality, embracing differences, and standing united against unkindness. The week’s activities culminated in a warm and vibrant atmosphere as student leaders greeted everyone at the gates with sweets and smiles. Fun volleyball games during recess and lunch, along with a purple-themed lolly jar guessing competition, added to the spirit of camaraderie, friendship, and mutual support that filled the College. Bullying No Way Week serves as a powerful reminder to speak up and foster a safe environment where every individual feels supported, respected, and valued. Our collective voices contribute to a positive school culture where kindness prevails. Coinciding with this week’s events, Friday also marked the Feast of the Assumption of Mary, a significant day in the Catholic calendar honouring the belief that Mary was taken body and soul into Heaven at the end of her earthly life. While we were unable to celebrate Mass due to Year 12 Trials, each junior year group came together for a brief reflection service. During this time, students explored the importance of the feast and prayed a decade of the Rosary, deepening their connection to their faith.
18 Aug 2025
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15 Aug 2025
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Announcement: 2026 Gilroy Catholic College Year 11 Leaders After a day of thoughtful interviews, we are pleased and proud to announce the 2026 Gilroy Catholic College Year 11 Leaders. These students have displayed outstanding leadership qualities, a deep commitment to our College values, and a genuine passion for serving our community. Jabiru (Blue) House Leaders: Angelina John Lee Gabriella Domenic Tchingal (Red) House Leaders: Niamh Lachlan Charlotte Lucca Windaru (Green) House Leaders: Elizabeth Benjamin Madeleine James Warragunna (Yellow) House Leaders: Zari Ryan Alexandra Liam Congratulations to all of our 2026 Year 11 Leaders! We look forward to the energy, integrity, and inspiration you will bring to our community
15 Aug 2025
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Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is a day where Catholics honour the Mother of Jesus and celebrate the belief that at the end of her earthly life, Mary was taken body and soul into heaven. Pope Francis encouraged us to “be bold enough to discover new signs and new symbols, new flesh to embody and communicate the word” so I invite you to use the recontextualising image of artist Uğur Gallenkuş titled “Rohingya Mother and Child” that depicts refugees from Myanmar to Bangladesh melding into a gold-leafed icon of Mary to help you renew, refresh and re-translate the faith into your modern day context. The association with traditional religious imagery underscores the sacred worth of human beings, who bear God’s image, as well as proclaims the presence of Christ with those who suffer. Mary, Joseph and Jesus were also refugees who faced the hardships many of our brothers and sisters face around the world today as they are forcibly or out of necessity removed from their homes. This is also something members and relatives of our Gilroy Catholic Community may have had to face. On this Feast of the Assumption may we be inspired by Mary to turn to God in prayer and open our hearts to those in need, especially, mothers, children and families facing hardship. May we not turn away from those in need, regardless of the reason for that need. #assumptionoftheblessedvirginmary #cspd
15 Aug 2025
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Together, we can stop bullying – a whole community approach The best way to stop bullying is by working together. That means students, teachers, families, and friends standing up, speaking out, and supporting each other. #bullyingnoway #cspd
14 Aug 2025
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14 Aug 2025
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14 Aug 2025
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Think before you post or speak. The words we use can build someone up or tear them down. That’s why it’s so important to think before we speak, type or post. #bullyingnoway #cspd
13 Aug 2025
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Exciting Announcement – 2026 Gilroy Catholic College Leaders! After a thorough and inspiring process involving nominations, speeches, voting, and interviews, we are pleased and proud to announce the 2026 Gilroy Catholic College Captains and Vice Captains. These students have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, a commitment to our College values, and a passion for serving our community. College Captains: Billie George College Vice Captains: Paula Antonella Marcus Xavier Congratulations to our 2026 College Captains and Vice Captains!
13 Aug 2025
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On Wednesday 30 July, our Year 9 Japanese students visited Year 5 students at Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School Baulkham Hills to present Japan Day. Drawing on their Japanese lessons with Ms Li, Gilroy Catholic College students presented fun, interactive tasks that they had organised themselves. These activities included calligraphy, origami, furoshiki and a chopsticks challenge. The event offered Year 5 students an exciting introduction to Japanese language and culture in an enjoyable, hands‑on setting. At the same time, Year 9 students not only shared their subject knowledge, but also embraced the responsibilities of teaching younger students, developing leadership and presentation skills. We look forward to growing and nurturing this wonderful partnership between Gilroy and OLOL. #cspd
13 Aug 2025
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Speak Up: Speak up against bullying When you speak up, you become an upstander—someone who chooses to help instead of watching from the sidelines. #bullyingnoway #cspd
12 Aug 2025
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We’re excited to share that Alexandra-Isabelle, a former student of Gilroy Catholic College, has just released her debut single on YouTube Music and Spotify! Alexandra-Isabelle credits part of her musical journey to the music lessons and support she received during her time at Gilroy. Scan the QR code to take a listen and support her music! A huge congratulations to Alexandra-Isabelle — we wish you every success as you continue to grow in your music career!
12 Aug 2025
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Be Kind: Small actions make a big impact Kindness builds connection, and connection helps stop bullying before it starts. Bullying No Way: National week of action.
12 Aug 2025
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The Opening and Blessing Ceremony for the Gilroy Catholic College Research and Creative Learning Centre (D Block) will be held on Friday 29 August 2025 at 11.30am. We are very fortunate to have Most Rev Vincent Long Van Nguyen, Bishop of Parramatta - to preside over the Blessing and Opening Ceremony. We are privileged to welcome many invited guests to this ceremony including Mr Jack de Groot - Chief Executive Officer, Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese; Greg Warren MP- Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Premier; Emeritus Professor Marea Nicholson AM, Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Limited Board Member; Dr Michelle Byrne - Mayor of the Hills Shire Council and our local Parish Priests. There will also be several other invited guests from Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, staff from Reitsma Construction and representatives from the Gilroy Catholic College Parent Council. We look forward to celebrating this significant milestone with the Gilroy community. #cspd #gilroycatholiccollege
11 Aug 2025
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On Friday 15 August, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary—the Church’s joyful proclamation that Mary was taken body and soul into heavenly glory. On Friday, we will focus on the Assumption in our daily prayer but we will not be able to offer the students the opportunity to attend Mass due to the HSC Trial exams taking place. Each year group will take part in a reflection of the significance of this holy day, ending in praying a decade of the Rosary. For those families wishing to attend Mass on this day our many local Catholic parishes offer both morning and evening Masses.