Warakirri College’s students, teachers, principal, and approach to education has been covered by various local news media. Read on for first-person accounts from faculty and the student body, as well as challenges overcome and education goals achieved.
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This is By Far the Most Important Job I've Ever Done
The school may be unconventional but Western Sydney principal Carolyn Blanden, who has spent 30 years teaching at a mix of elite private and independent schools, says every day at Warakirri College is inspiring.
Nathan had Turned his Back on School Before Warakirri College
Nathan was ready to turn his back on school. It was not until his mother discovered Warakirri College was opening a campus at Blacktown that she asked her son to give his school education a final attempt.
Fairfield College a Finalist for Funding
Warakirri College has been announced as one of four Australian finalists in the running to receive $10,000 from the Optus Community Grants People’s Choice Awards.
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Western Sydney's School of Hard Knocks
It’s the school of last resort, welcoming ‘troubled’ kids that other schools won’t take. They may have a chequered past, but the kids at Warakirri College in western Sydney are getting a fair go at the future.
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