The contemporary and collaborative design of Our Lady of the Angels (OLA) Primary School in Kellyville is a winner!
The design and build of the new school building was recognised in the 2017 NSW Chapter Awards for Learning Environments Australasia with a category one award for New Facility Construction.
OLA Principal Eva La Rocca said the final stage of the six year project saw architect, Brett Anderson from DeAngelis Taylor, work closely with the school leadership team to come up with a state-of-the-art design for a stimulating learning space that meets the needs of students and teachers in delivering 21st century learning.
‘I am privileged to have been associated with this talented group of architects who listened to our needs and, of course, I am thrilled and proud that our school has received this recognition,’ Mrs La Rocca said.
‘It is an additional accolade to what is already a very proud school community – staff, students and families.’
The exciting project aimed to create an up-to-date learning environment to support teamwork and was built in two stages with the assistance of Commonwealth Funding. Features include an atrium, known to students as a “Learning Street”, designed to encourage students and teachers to work together. The Learning Centre, complete with “Learning Street”, two-storey cubby house and café, caters for students from Year 1 to Year 6, providing a really vibrant place to play and learn.
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25 Aug 2026
From Facebook
Today our OLA students filled the playground with colour, creativity and so much joy as they stepped into the shoes of their favourite book characters. It was a wonderful celebration of our shared love of reading. We also enjoyed one of our favourite traditions- Rug Reading, where students relaxed with their books and soaked up the magic of stories together. And to top it all off, our staff surprised everyone with their own version of “We’re Going on an OLA Koala Hunt”, which had students cheering, laughing and joining in. A huge thank you to all our families for the incredible effort you put into costumes and to everyone who joined us today. Your support makes these events truly special! At OLA, we proudly READ TO SUCCEED.
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25 Aug 2026
From Facebook
Today our OLA students filled the playground with colour, creativity and so much joy as they stepped into the shoes of their favourite book characters. It was a wonderful celebration of our shared love of reading. We also enjoyed one of our favourite traditions- Rug Reading, where students relaxed with their books and soaked up the magic of stories together. And to top it all off, our staff surprised everyone with their own version of “We’re Going on an OLA Koala Hunt”, which had students cheering, laughing and joining in. A huge thank you to all our families for the incredible effort you put into costumes and to everyone who joined us today. Your support makes these events truly special! At OLA, we proudly READ TO SUCCEED.
22 Aug 2026
From Facebook
You are invited to our Book Fair this week! Monday 24/8/26 8.25am - 9.15am Tuesday 25/8/26 8.25am - 9.15am, and 10.00am - 11.00am Wednesday 26/8/26 8.25am - 9.15am The students enjoyed creating their wish lists this week :)
22 Aug 2026
From Facebook
22 Aug 2026
From Facebook
Last night our Year 6 students returned from Canberra, full of new knowledge, big smiles and lifelong memories from their two days away. We are so proud of the way they represented OLA throughout their trip. A huge thank you to Mrs Vella, Mrs Hodgess, Mr Cauchi and Mr Campbell for giving up time with their families, supporting our students, and keeping them safe. Your care and commitment make experiences like this possible! We bet everyone slept well last night!!
21 Aug 2026
From Facebook
The estimated arrival time for our Year 6 students is still 7:00 pm. They’re travelling well and are right on track! 😊
20 Aug 2026
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