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4 days ago

Message from the CEO

P&C Day, Purpose in Action! Happy P&C Day week to every volunteer, committee member, helper, advocate, and supporter across NSW public schools. P&C Day is a celebration of everything…

1 week ago

P&C Day 2026, President’s Address

P&C Day 2026, Federation of Parents and Citizens Associations of NSW Happy P&C Day! Today, across New South Wales, we celebrate the thousands of parents, carers and community members who…

3 weeks ago

high temperatures and humidity

An uncomfortable combo for students and teachers: high temperatures and humidity With temperatures and humidity soaring this week our thoughts turned to the thousands of students and teachers trying to learn and…

1 month ago

International Day of Women and Girls in Science

This International Day of Women and Girls in Science we are showcasing a P&C that are running an outstanding STEM program. St Ives Public School P&C support the school’s STEM…

1 month ago

President’s Message

As we begin this new year together, I want to extend my warmest welcome to each of you. Whether you’re a long-standing member or joining us for the first time,…

1 month ago

Message from The CEO

It is my great pleasure to welcome you back to another school year. This time of year always carries a sense of renewal and optimism. It is a chance to…

3 months ago

Introducing the New President of the Board: Kaitlin Serrano

The P&C Federation of NSW is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Board following our recent elections. This year brings a mix of new and continuing members, each…

3 months ago

P&C Federation Awards Winners 2025

Celebrating Outstanding Contributions to Public Schools The P&C Federation Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding contributions of P&C Associations, volunteers and principals who strengthen public education across NSW, and this…

4 months ago

Changes to Voluntary Contributions Policy for the 2026 School Year

In many schools, parents have become used to receiving formal requests from the school to pay for a whole range of things. While officially ‘voluntary’, many parents have felt pressured to pay. More broadly the Federation…

4 months ago

Message from The CEO

As we arrive at the final stretch of the school year, there’s a particular kind of energy in the air. The finish line is visible, but we’re not there yet….

6 months ago

Message from The CEO

As we head into Term 4, it’s not only a busy time for schools but also a critical moment for planning ahead to 2026. For many principals, staff, and P&Cs,…

6 months ago

Elections Now Open for the P&C Federation Board 2025

Elections Now Open for the P&C Federation Board 2025 Nominations have officially opened for the 2025 P&C Federation Board, marking the beginning of the annual process to elect representatives who…

6 months ago

Message From The CEO

I am very pleased to announce that registrations are now open for our Conference, as well as nominations for our Annual Awards. These are two enormously significant parts of our…

7 months ago

Message from the CEO

As the peak body for nearly 2,000 P&C Associations across NSW, we hear from a wide spectrum of parents and carers every day. Each Association represents a unique school community,…

7 months ago

Message from the CEO

Happy Public Education Week! This week has been a privilege – visiting schools, seeing your successes, hearing about the projects you’ve delivered, the events you’ve run and the strong community…

8 months ago

Message from the CEO

Welcome back to Term 3. I hope you had a chance to enjoy the break and step back from some of the usual demands of the school week. Term 3…

8 months ago

Celebrating Public Education Week 2025

Public Education Week is coming up in a few weeks – running from Monday 4 to Friday 8 August — and we want to celebrate the incredible contribution P&C Associations…

9 months ago

NSW Parliament hearing on foundational and disability supports for children and young people

The P&C Federation proudly represents the voices of parents and families in NSW public education. We are privileged to listen to their experiences and advocate on their behalf to government…

9 months ago

Message from the CEO

At the P&C Federation we are always focused on the bigger picture, ensuring that every school community has a fair chance to thrive. This week a conversation with a representative…

9 months ago

Message from the CEO

As we approach the middle of the year, we’re also coming up to membership renewal time – an important part of the admin calendar for all P&C Associations. Both your…

10 months ago

Message from the CEO

This week is National Reconciliation Week, a time for all of us to reflect on the importance of strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider…

10 months ago

Message from the CEO

One of the special things about being part of an organisation that’s over a century old is the sense of legacy. Recently, we made room in our office for the…

11 months ago

President’s Message

Welcome back to Term 2! I hope the break brought some rest, connection, and perhaps even a quiet moment or two. As schools across NSW swing back into action, I…

11 months ago

Message from the CEO

As Term 1 draws closer to the end, it is remarkable to reflect on how much has happened in the school year already. In our school communities, in the broader…

12 months ago

President’s Message

I hope everyone has had a wonderful Harmony Week and enjoyed the celebrations taking place in schools across New South Wales! It has been a pleasure to hear your stories…

1 year ago

Historic Day for Public Education

The P&C Federation of NSW celebrates this historic day for public education – the announcement of an agreement to fund public schools in NSW to 100% of the School Resourcing…

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