Our teachers know their students and work with them to help them realise their potential as learners. Our focus on authentic learning and authentic assessment ensures that we challenge our students to grow in their learning and achieve their personal best.

Throughout our community of Sydney Catholic schools, we have shown high performance of our students in measures such as NAPLAN and the HSC.

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Summer HillWe are proud to acknowledge the various achievements of St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School Summer Hill students. We strive to ensure students achieve the high expectations set for themselves academically and as citizens. It is a joy to share with the community our achievements in school assemblies and newsletters.

Here are some of the most recent achievements;

  • In 2023, the Year 3 results in NAPLAN across the domains of Reading, Writing, and Numeracy are above the results of NSW state schools and schools with similar demographics. In Year 5, the NAPLAN results across the domains of Reading and Numeracy are above the results of NSW state schools and schools with similar demographics.
  • In 2023, 100% of Year 3 students achieved results within the top two proficiency standards in Numeracy, 92% in Reading and 96% in Writing. In the same testing period, 94% of Year 5 students achieved results within the top two proficiency standards in Numeracy and Reading, and 88% in Writing.
  • Mathematics is an ongoing focus area at St Patrick’s as we continue to support all students to achieve success and grow in their Mathematical knowledge and skills.
  • The school utilises a range of assessment tools from Kindergarten to Year 6 to identify students’ individual learning needs. Staff collaborates to analyse learning data, plan quality learning experiences, and design and implement intervention programs.
  • The school successfully integrates technology into teaching and learning sequences to support and enhance learning for all students.