At St Clare's, our commitment to the Catholic life of the Church is the cornerstone of who we are and all that we do. Our students are actively engaged in their faith formation through high-quality Religious Education, delivered using the Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong (CEDoW) Religious Education program.

Beyond the classroom, our Catholic identity is nurtured through a vibrant prayer life and the celebration of key liturgical events throughout the Church calendar. Each day, students participate in a variety of prayer experiences, appropriate to their year level. These include learning and reciting traditional prayers such as:

• The Sign of the Cross
• The Lord's Prayer
• The Hail Mary
• The Glory Be
• The Act of Contrition
• The Confiteor
• The Creed
• The Prayer of St Francis
• The Rosary
• The Parts of the Mass

Each school day concludes with a prayer led by our student leaders, reinforcing our shared commitment to faith and community.

Our Catholc identity is also expressed through action. St Clare's proudly supports the work of Caritas Australia, Catholic Mission, and St Vincent de Paul, including a dedicated Mini Vinnies group that meets weekly. In addition, our commitment to environmental stewardship 'caring for our common home’ is a vital expression of our faith in action. Through prayer, worship, and service, we strive to embody Gospel values in all aspects of school life.
 

PARISH CONNECTIONS

St Clare's Catholic Primary School is proud to be part of the St Paul's Camden Catholic Parish community. Students, staff, and families are warmly encouraged to participate in parish life, with many opportunities to engage in faith-based activities. Regular attendance at weekend Mass is promoted as a meaningful way to deepen our shared faith. View the Parish Mass Times here.

Throughout the year, students participate in both Eucharistic and non-Eucharistic liturgies, offering moments of reflection and gratitude for the many blessings received at St Clare's. These liturgies are often led by our parish priest, Father Michael Williams, and assistant priest, Father James, with support from school staff. At times, students themselves lead these celebrations, especially when they are connected to classroom learning. Grade-level liturgies are held in our school hall, which provides a welcoming space for families to join us and experience the hospitality that defines our school community.  

For major events such as our Opening School Mass, Feast Day Mass, and End-of-Year Mass, students travel by bus to St Paul's Church to celebrate with the broader parish. Excitingly, construction of our on-site church is scheduled to begin in 2026, located on the grassed area at the front of the school.

Sacramental celebrations area vital part of parish life, providing a special opportunity for students to grow in their faith alongside fellow parishioners. Each year, the parish offers preparation programs for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist (First Communion), and Confirmation. Enrolment for these sacraments is managed through the parish, while the school's Religious Education curriculum supports and enriches the preparation process. Families are expected to attend weekend Mass regularly during this time to support their child's spiritual journey. Read more about our sacramental programs.
  

For further details, please visit the St Paul's Parish website.