Why choose us?
At St Martha’s Catholic Primary School Strathfield, we provide a holistic approach to education. We ensure every student strives to achieve their best, both academically and through service to their community.
Our nurturing environment with tailored support leads to high levels of achievement, and a strong connection between parents, teachers, students and the parish allows us to work together to educate young people who will make a difference in their world.
Principal’s Message
History
St Martha’s Catholic Primary School Strathfield was established by the Dominican Sisters in 1925 in the old church building, which is now the library and the senior classrooms. In 1992 the Dominican Sisters ended their leadership of the school, with the first lay principal having been appointed. Since then St Martha’s has maintained a link with the Sisters through their charism. The school continues the Dominican philosophy of valuing a holistic approach to lifelong learning which educates children to interpret their life with meaning and equip them for the 21st century.
Charism
Inspired by the example and spirit of St Martha – Faith, Hospitality and Service – and the charism of St Dominic, students aspire to live out our motto, ‘Strive, Achieve, Serve’ in their daily life. They strive to do their best, achieve to their full potential and serve God in all they do.
At St Martha’s Catholic Primary School Strathfield we aspire to be more like Jesus and empower our students to be active global citizens.
As a Catholic school, in partnership with families, the parish and community, we:
Embrace diversity in a welcoming and inclusive environment
Evangelise by living the Gospel message
Educate students for a changing world
Empower students, to be active global citizens and to make a difference.
Our vision and mission engages students, families and staff in the faith life and positive learning culture of the school.
St Martha’s Catholic Primary School Strathfield works closely in partnership with St Martha’s Catholic Parish Strathfield to assist students to know, understand and celebrate our Catholic faith. On special feast days or celebrations, the children attend Mass as a whole school, as well as participating in grade Masses throughout the term. Students are actively involved in these Masses through reading, singing, listening and creating artwork.
Parish Priest: Father John Hayes
A: Churchill Avenue, (Corner of Homebush Road), Strathfield, NSW 2135
P: (02) 9746 6131
E: admin@stmarthas.org.au
W: www.stmarthas.org.au
Parish Based Sacramental Program
Parents wishing to present their children for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation, will be invited to attend a Sacramental Information Meeting facilitated by St Martha’s Parish. Sacramental programs are based at the parish. We support the Sacramental programs by preparing the children.
