I am delighted to greet you as the Principal of St Clare's Catholic Parish Primary School, Narellan Vale. Our school is a place of partnership and welcome. At St Clare's, our mission is to provide a comprehensive education grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ. We believe that every child is a unique and precious gift from God, and our dedicated staff works to nurture their intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional growth. Our Catholic faith is at the heart of everything we do - from our daily prayers and liturgies to our commitment to serving others in our local community. Read more About Us.

It is a place where students are encouraged to feel safe and to know that they belong, a place where students' individual strengths are nurtured and developed, and a place where faith and a sense of community are fundamental to who we are.

Our patron saint, St Clare's humility and compassion fostered a strong sense of unity and love within her community. This reminds us of our call to create a welcoming and supportive environment for one another, becoming "vessels of God's compassionate love for others" in our daily interactions.

With a deep connection to St Paul’s Camden Catholic Parish. We are so grateful to work with our parish priest, Fr Michael Williams and with you, our families, to nurture the spiritual journey of every child. 

At St Clare's, we endeavour to establish a welcoming community where parents and friends are valued and a vital part of our school, working in partnership with our staff to support all aspects of their child's development in faith, learning and wellbeing. The success of our school is a result of this collaboration, which includes the active participation of our Parents and Friends (P&F) Association.

Our mission to inspire all learners to achieve excellence is a daily commitment, reflected in our core values of compassion, hope, integrity, peace, and charity. Our community is built on the charism of St Clare and St Francis and their powerful motto, "a great flame follow a small spark," which reminds us that every child possesses unique potential and that great achievements begin with small steps. Together, we strive to 'form hearts and minds to make a difference'. We do this through prayer, following the teachings of Jesus and in our daily relationships with each other.

We are committed to providing a quality curriculum that allows each child to excel while being challenged in their learning, and we also place a strong emphasis on well-being through our social-emotional learning program aligned with PB4L. We are proud to offer a diverse range of opportunities for our students, spanning the Creative Arts - including choir and musical productions - to cutting-edge technology in Coding, STEM, and VEX Robotics, as well as comprehensive sporting pathways featuring school carnivals and gala days. See What We Offer.

Whether you are a current member of our St Clare's family or considering joining us, we invite you to explore our website and learn more about our vibrant Catholic community, rich traditions, and commitment to excellence. We look forward to working in partnership with you and your family.
   

MARG FOLDES
Principal