Good Shepherd Primary School, Plumpton is celebrating outstanding academic growth after being recognised among the top performing primary schools in New South Wales for improvements in literacy and numeracy.
In a comparison of Year 3 and Year 5 results (2023–2025), Good Shepherd recorded an impressive average NAPLAN improvement of 95 points and was recognised by The Sydney Morning Herald as one of the top 160 schools achieving the biggest gains in literacy and numeracy across NSW.
The result places Good Shepherd among nine Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) primary schools recognised in the list and reflects a strong and sustained commitment to educational excellence across the system.
Executive General Manager – Learning Outcomes, Pat Ellis, praised the accomplishment and the dedication of staff and students.
“We’re so proud of these schools and their excellent NAPLAN results that show significant growth in student outcomes,” Mr Ellis said.
In 2025, CSPD introduced the Effective Learning and Teaching Model as part of its overall Uplift approach to build on strong classroom practice and strengthen explicit teaching strategies through evidence-based research about how students learn best.
With a focus on enriching the lives of students through education grounded in excellence, inclusion and Catholic tradition, CSPD is committed to uplifting teaching and learning outcomes for all 80 schools across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains.
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21 May 2026
From Facebook
What an amazing day we had for our school feast day, Good Shepherd Day! We had a belated celebration on Friday 15th May, where we were joined by our parent community for a picnic at recess, a liturgy in the church and a celebration of learning in the classrooms. Students began the day with a scavenger hunt around the school, and some time building connections to their school and the story of the Good Shepherd. In the afternoon, we celebrated across the school with soccer games, a basketball competition, a disco, drawing with chalk, bubble wands and the making of prayer cards. Our students said it was "one of the best days at school ever!" Thank you to everyone who attended!
19 May 2026
From Facebook
Go Good Shepherd! We are SO excited to be recognised by The Sydney Morning Herald and Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese for the growth in our NAPLAN results! Congratulations to the students and staff for this incredible result, and thank you to the parents for working in partnership with us.
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21 May 2026
From Facebook
What an amazing day we had for our school feast day, Good Shepherd Day! We had a belated celebration on Friday 15th May, where we were joined by our parent community for a picnic at recess, a liturgy in the church and a celebration of learning in the classrooms. Students began the day with a scavenger hunt around the school, and some time building connections to their school and the story of the Good Shepherd. In the afternoon, we celebrated across the school with soccer games, a basketball competition, a disco, drawing with chalk, bubble wands and the making of prayer cards. Our students said it was "one of the best days at school ever!" Thank you to everyone who attended!
19 May 2026
From Facebook
Go Good Shepherd! We are SO excited to be recognised by The Sydney Morning Herald and Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese for the growth in our NAPLAN results! Congratulations to the students and staff for this incredible result, and thank you to the parents for working in partnership with us.
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13 May 2026
From Facebook
This Friday, we are looking forward to finally celebrating our school Feast Day, Good Shepherd Day! Parents are invited to join us during the middle of the day for a picnic recess, a liturgy in the church and a celebration of learning in the classrooms. Special activities have been organised for the students in the morning and afternoon sessions. If the weather is being uncooperative, we will communicate any changes to the Good Shepherd Day Celebrations via Compass.
11 May 2026
From Facebook
Reminder: Kindergarten 2027 enrolment forms are due! First round offers for Kindergarten 2027 will be made on Friday 29th of May. If you have a child who is due to start school in 2027 and you have not already completed the enrolment paperwork, please do so urgently. To request an enrolment form please follow the link - https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/enrolment-pack/gsplumpton Once you have completed the application (Form A) please return to: goodshepherdenrolment@parra.catholic.edu.au
10 May 2026
From Facebook
A Happy Mother's Day to all of the wonderful women who take on the role of 'Mum' in our Good Shepherd community! We loved celebrating Mother's Day with our community earlier this week both at school and in the church. A big THANK YOU to the amazing team who make up our P and F for the Mother's Day Stall and the awesome balloon installation during our Mother's Day morning tea. HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY 💐
07 May 2026
From Facebook
Congratulations to the Good Shepherd students who participated in the Lifted Jnr event earlier this week! A small group of students from Grades 5 and 6 were able to enjoy the experience of live music, testimony, discussion and prayer, inviting students into an encounter with Jesus. Lots of fun was had by all- Reliable sources even tell us that a Good Shepherd teacher was seen dancing on the stage during this event! Thank you to Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese for the opportunity to participate in this event.
04 May 2026
From Facebook
Good afternoon Good Shepherd Families Just to let you know the Mother's Day Stall will be open this afternoon at dismissal time for a short time, then again tomorrow Tuesday 5 May for students. Cash only please
04 May 2026
From Facebook
We are only two weeks into Term Two and have already been so busy! We started the new term with an Easter Liturgy and an exciting raffle, thanks to our wonderful Parent Group. There have been exciting events happening within grades already, with our Year 5 students enjoying a leadership incursion with Cameron Brown and the Easter Hat Parade in Kindergarten. Kindy were even treated to a visit from the Easter Bunny! We also came together as a community to recognise ANZAC Day, and to celebrate our cross country winners and their success. This week, we are looking forward to celebrating all of the wonderful Mums and Mother Figures in our community, with our Mother's Day Celebrations taking place on Wednesday.
30 Apr 2026
From Facebook
If your child needs a little bit of extra warmth whilst they are at school, we are pleased to announce we now have a deal for a Beanie and Scarf - $20 for the two. Cash only please
28 Apr 2026
From Facebook
Please note that the enrolments for 2027 are well underway. If you have a child who is due to start school in 2027 and you have not already completed the enrolment paperwork, please do so urgently. To request an enrolment form please follow the link - https://info.parra.catholic.edu.au/enrolment-pack/gsplumpton Once you have completed the application (Form A) please return to: goodshepherdenrolment@parra.catholic.edu.au