Welcome
The Central Coast Council of P&Cs is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to bring together, represent and strengthen our local school communities. Whilst bringing a significant depth of experience, all of our committee are volunteers.
We proudly advocate on behalf of Central Coast P&Cs to local Members of Parliament, the NSW and Federal Ministers for Education and Early Childhood, and the NSW Department of Education. At the same time, we work to foster strong, collaborative relationships between school P&Cs, the Department and District Councils—because we know that when we work together, our students benefit most. Our Council also maintains a close connection with the NSW P&C Federation, contributing where appropriate and ensuring our region’s voice is heard at a broader level.
We are passionate supporters of public education and actively contribute to parliamentary inquiries to help shape its future.Beyond advocacy, our members play a hands-on role in supporting schools. We provide guidance and advice to P&Cs across the region and contribute as valued participants on merit selection panels.
Above all, we are here to support, connect and champion the families and communities that make public education on the Central Coast so strong.
Flexischools, dedicated to simplifying school life.
Trusted by over 2,100 primary, secondary, and combined schools across Australia, Flexischools offers everything you need in an online ordering system. The platform offers multiple services, from canteen, uniforms, events and fundraising and can be seamlessly set up for online ordering, providing parents with the flexibility to place orders anytime, anywhere.
The platform also integrates with various point-of-sale systems, facilitating convenient over-the-counter payments via student ID cards and Flexischools also holds an Australian Financial Services Licence, ST4S and ISO 27001 Certification. As the leading online ordering and payments provider, they have the capability to provide reporting and insights, customer support and unlimited free thermal labels as an easy solution for schools and suppliers.
How We Contribute
1
Connecting Communities
Each school Term, we hold meetings at different locations on the Central Coast.
Aside of networking opportunities for all P&C communities, Our speakers include direct information from the Department of Education regarding changes and initiatives. Local Members of Parliament are invited to update communities with their news.
2
Assisting P&C's
We are often asked to provide assistance by schools regarding a variety of questions around the governance of their P&C. This includes information regarding the appointment of office bearers, managing insurance risk, financial governance and the myriad of challenges P&Cs face each day. The below link will take you to our frequently asked questions, where we may be able to help you online.
Our Office Bearer Team
President - Sharryn Brownlee
Vice President - Lea Colwell
Vice President - Karen Mitchell
Secretary- Colleen Haynes
Treasurer - Brett See
