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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05 Jun 2026
From Facebook
QUACK QUACK! Kindergarten are loving having the Hatch N Grow program in their classrooms this fortnight! This week, Kindy have watched as their little ducklings have hatched from their eggs and begun to grow. This program is helping our Kindergarten students to learn about life cycles, as a part of their Science and Technology program called Backyard to Bush. We can't wait to see how much they grow next week (and for more chances to hold the ducklings!)
05 Jun 2026
From Facebook
Here is a little throwback to this time last week, when our Year 6 students and teachers visited Canberra! Overwhelmingly, camp was such a successful experience for our students. They had a great time bonding with one another and learnt so much. Students were able to bring their learning back to school, informing the work they are doing in Human Society and its Environment. We are extremely grateful to our teachers who gave up their time to support Year 6 on their camp. Thank you teachers!
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05 Jun 2026
From Facebook
QUACK QUACK! Kindergarten are loving having the Hatch N Grow program in their classrooms this fortnight! This week, Kindy have watched as their little ducklings have hatched from their eggs and begun to grow. This program is helping our Kindergarten students to learn about life cycles, as a part of their Science and Technology program called Backyard to Bush. We can't wait to see how much they grow next week (and for more chances to hold the ducklings!)
05 Jun 2026
From Facebook
Here is a little throwback to this time last week, when our Year 6 students and teachers visited Canberra! Overwhelmingly, camp was such a successful experience for our students. They had a great time bonding with one another and learnt so much. Students were able to bring their learning back to school, informing the work they are doing in Human Society and its Environment. We are extremely grateful to our teachers who gave up their time to support Year 6 on their camp. Thank you teachers!
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01 Jun 2026
From Facebook
Online School Photos ordering is now live on the Compass App. Photo Day is Tuesday 23 June. Please note: Sibling Photo Orders Sibling photo orders will be cut off the night before photo day and no phone orders or online orders will be taken after this time. Sibling photos is for siblings only and doesn’t extend to cousins or other family members. Office Collections For multi household/split families, they can request an office collection by emailing sydneywest@msp.com.au.
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From Facebook
Congratulations to Hannah Muller – The winner of a STEM project where students had to create a 3D model of a Good Shepherd Sheep 🐑 Hannah designed and created the sheep on a special software program and printed it using the school 3D Printer. Well Done, Hannah!!!
29 May 2026
From Facebook
First round offers for Kindergarten 2027 have now been emailed to all families! Please check your spam/ junk mail folders and contact the school office if you have any questions.
29 May 2026
From Facebook
The fun continues in Canberra for our Year 6 Students! Last night, they visited the Australian Institute of Sport and today, they continue with learning experiences aligned with their Human Society and its Environment unit by visiting the House of Representatives and the Museum of Australian Democracy. Later today, they will visit the Australian War Memorial before beginning their journey back to Sydney.
28 May 2026
From Facebook
A successful first day in Canberra for our Year 6 students! So far, they have visited Parliament House and Questacon. Later this evening, they will be visiting the Australian Institute of Sport! 🚴♀️🏊♂️🏆
28 May 2026
From Facebook
Our Year 6 team have arrived safely in Canberra, and have started exploring our Nation's Capital!
25 May 2026
From Facebook
We are thrilled that Good Shepherd has been recognised as one of NSW’s Top 160 Schools for Maths and Literacy Growth by the Sydney Morning Herald. 🎉 Read more here: https://www.gsplumpton.catholic.edu.au/26-NAPLAN This achievement reflects the dedication, hard work and commitment to learning shown by our students, staff and wider school community every day. We are incredibly proud of all that we continue to achieve together. #BelongToSomethingGreater
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Good Shepherd Primary School Celebrates Outstanding NAPLAN Growth
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.
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!