Targeted student support, evidence-informed professional learning and collaboration are driving exceptional 2026 NAPLAN results at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Earlwood.
Our Lady of Lourdes recorded standout gains across writing and numeracy in 2026, lifting overall proficiency levels and, in some year groups, the proportion of students in the top achievement band:
- Year 5 writing proficiency rose 16 points from 2024 to 2026 (78%→ 93%), with the proportion of students Exceeding nearly tripling from 12% to 34%.
- Year 5 numeracy Exceeding rose from 10% to 23%, up 13 points, over the same period.
Year 5 students in 2026 recorded higher rates of proficiency than Year 5 students in 2025 across all five NAPLAN domains, including particularly strong increases in Grammar & Punctuation and Spelling:
- Reading +11.60%
- Numeracy: +4.41%
- Grammar & Punctuation: +14.03%
- Spelling: +20.85%
- Writing: +6.97%
"These results are a testament to the strong culture of learning we have built at our school, grounded in high expectations, equity, and an unwavering belief that every student can thrive. We are especially proud that this academic success sits alongside our commitment to educating the whole child, supporting students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally," said Margrita Cutrupi, Principal at Our Lady of Lourdes.
Success across Sydney Catholic Schools
Kevin Carragher, Sydney Catholic Schools Director of Education and Research, said the system's results reflected a consistent, evidence-informed approach to teaching and learning.
"Our teachers are drawing on the science of learning through explicit instruction, clear modelling, regular review and carefully tailored support. These practices are helping students build strong foundations, deepen their understanding and grow in confidence across a range of learning areas," he said.
"These figures represent thousands of individual students strengthening the knowledge, skills and confidence they need for future learning," Mr Carragher said.