On Friday 31st July, the Year 10 and 11 Music classes attended an excursion to the Sydney Conservatorium of Music to participate in workshops for Balinese gamelan and lyric writing. Lily Lazar of Year 10 music has kindly offered her notes from the day. From the moment our class sat on the train until the time we returned home, our day was filled with adventure, joy and learning. Exploring the world of music at the Conservatorium was an exciting experience and a privilege to g

We are thrilled to announce that GSCC has entered this year’s Tournament of Minds (TOM) competition! Our team is already hard at work putting their critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills to the test as they tackle a complex STEM Challenge. This year’s Tournament of Minds team is composed of Matilda Butt, Alana Dang, Monique Farrugia, Angela Khov, Ryan Li, Aayushi Pandey, and Sarai Thongphrachanh from Year 10. The team has been tasked with creating an or

After the intensity of the Trial HSC examinations, there is real value in taking a breath. For Year 12, the weeks after the trials can feel like a turning point. Much of the school journey is behind them, yet some of the most significant moments still lie ahead. The Reflection Day gave students the chance to step away from study schedules and exam papers, and to spend time thinking about who they have become, what they have shared, and how their faith can guide them into the

Mary: A Model of Faith, Service and Compassion The Solemnity of the Assumption and the Good Samaritan Community As we recently celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we are invited to reflect on the extraordinary example Mary gives to us as people of faith and, particularly, as members of the Good Samaritan Catholic College community. The Assumption celebrates our belief that Mary was taken into Heaven, body and soul, at the end of her earthly

Across the span of the past week, Good Samaritan students were able to celebrate and recognise the importance of wellbeing being composed of many parts. Each day focused on a certain aspect of wellbeing to allow students to grasp a greater understanding of wellbeing. Throughout the week there were various activities and initiatives available for students to engage with. One major part present throughout the week was the Wellbeing Week Gratitude Wall available for students eac

It has been an exciting term in the world of Kings and Queens… SCS Gala Day On Wednesday the 10th of June our 6 teams, consisting of 22 students, travelled to St Anthony's of Padua in Austral for the Sydney Catholic Schools Chess Gala Day. Competing against 9 other SCS schools and over 140 students, our 6 teams battled it out through 6 gruelling rounds lasting 30 minutes each. Every single one of our competitors played with grace and exemplary sportsperson ship. Thank you for

This week we held the very first meeting of our new GSCC Book Club in the library. Meeting every Wednesday at recess, Book Club is a welcoming space for students to read, share recommendations and discover new books with fellow readers. It was lovely to have so many students from all different year groups attend our first session this week. Reading has many benefits, including improving vocabulary, building imagination, reducing stress and helping students develop empathy by

Our Year 10 English students recently enjoyed an engaging performance of Shakespeare's Macbeth presented by Bell Shakespeare. The incursion provided students with a dynamic and contemporary interpretation of the play, helping to contextualise Shakespeare's ideas and language for a modern audience. The interactive performance brought key scenes and characters to life through humour, audience participation and insightful commentary, deepening students' understanding of the text

Living as Pilgrims of Hope: Pope Leo XIV's First Encyclical and Our Mission at Good Samaritan Catholic College On 15 May 2026, Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas (Magnificent Humanity: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence). Published on the 135th anniversary of Rerum Novarum, the document is not simply about artificial intelligence. Rather, it is a profound reflection on what it means to be truly human, reminding

It has been an outstanding term of sport for Good Samaritan Catholic College, with our students achieving success across a wide range of competitions and representing the College with pride, commitment and sportsmanship. SCS Interschool Sport – Winter Season Success Our Winter season teams have enjoyed tremendous success in the Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) Interschool Sport competition. Congratulations to our Junior Boys Soccer, Intermediate Boys Soccer and Intermediate Girl