Non-Government Schools

Parent Association Bodies - Non-Government Schools

This list provides links to state and territory bodies, representing parent associations for non-government schools. Many have parent sections on their websites with further resources and links.  ...read more »

Associations of Independent Schools

The peak representative bodies for independent schools in each state and nationally.  ...read more »

Catholic Education Commission Websites

The representative body for Catholic schools in each state. Some state commissions look after several regional offices.  Click on the relevant link below for information on your state.  ...read more »

Snapshot of Catholic Education in Victoria

From the Catholic Education Commission of Victoria     Catholic schools are an important part of the Catholic Church’s mission; they seek to be the schools of first choice for Catholic parents. Dignity and respect for each student form the basis of teaching and learning in Catholic schools, with the values of the Gospel integral to the faith development activities and religious education programs.

   ...read more »

Forum: Funding Facts - 'The Truth' for Independent School Parents

08/06/2011

The NSW Parents Council invites parents to join them for the special forum: 'Funding Facts: 'The Truth' for Independent School Parents'.  ...read more »

Private School Student Numbers Boom

March 2010     Over the last ten years, the number of students in non-government schools rose eightfold compared to the number of students in government schools, according to findings released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).  ...read more »

How to Choose a Primary School

The Victorian Parents Council (A Voice for Non-Government School Parents)     How as parents do we decide on the right school for our child, particularly if you are considering the tremendous diversity of choice available within the non-government school sector? It’s not simply a question of locating the closest school to home – there is a whole barrage of issues to be considered.  ...read more »

Choosing A School For Your Child

The Victorian Parents Council (A Voice for Non-Government School Parents)   You are choosing a school for YOUR child.  You as the parent are in the best position to judge the suitability of a school.  ...read more »

Independent Schooling in Australia 2009 Snapshot

Chart In 2008, there were 1024 independent schools in Australia, according to the ABS.  Together with independent Catholic schools, there were a total of 1099 schools in the independent sector, with nearly 14% of total student enrolments.  ...read more »

Independent Schools: Choosing the Right School for Your Child

By Michelle Green, Chief Executive of the Association of Independent Schools of Victoria  Independent schooling in Victoria goes back more than 150 years. Today’s independent schools, young and old, are dedicated to excellence in education and they are enabling young Australians to meet the challenges and opportunities of the twenty-first century.  ...read more »

Syndicate content