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"Our segregated school system" - Jane Caro
An article by Jane Caro in yesterday’s Age summarises many of the concerns that have been expressed by…
Voluntary contributions - PV media comment
An article in today’s Age examines the ‘moral dilemma’ facing Victorian public schools – they know that many…
School costs - PV media comment
Recent media stories in The Age and Herald-Sun have reported on the high costs of schooling in Victoria.…
School costs - PV media comment
Articles in today’s Age and Herald-Sun focus on the issue of under-funding of Victorian schools. The Age article…
Vic schools "stone cold last"
An article by Chip LeGrand in today’s Age lays out the cold, hard facts about school funding in…
Investing in Australia’s future
A recently released report from the For Every Child campaign - 'Investing in Australia’s Future (2025)' - outlines the reforms…
News & views
Garage Sale Trail
Here’s an idea for a school fundraiser – join the Garage Sale Trail in November. Garage Sale Trail…
School grading - PV media comment
The Age reports today on comments by leading international education expert Geoff Masters, regarding school grading. According to…
Volunteering in schools - survey results
We surveyed parents at Victorian public schools about their experience of volunteering at their children’s school. In a…
Education State Public Schools Forum
Continuing to Build Excellence Together: Reflections from the 2026 Education State Public Schools Forum – 29 April 2026…
Victoria’s public schools – on the slow track?
This media release gives Parents Victoria’s view on yesterday’s State Budget. Victoria’s public schools – on the slow…
"Our segregated school system" - Jane Caro
An article by Jane Caro in yesterday’s Age summarises many of the concerns that have been expressed by…
150 years of public education in Victoria
2022 is the 150th anniversary of public education in Victoria.
Featured issues
Family Engagement Solutions
The importance of family engagement in schools is recognised all around the world, not least in the USA,…
Public education a force for social cohesion
This article from education expert Pasi Sahlberg and economist Trevor Cobbold tackles the issue of public education and…
Study Work Grow website
The Study Work Grow website is a useful online resource to help senior students – and their families…
Beyond Academics: The Relationship Blueprint
This is a very thought-provoking video discussion between two thought leaders in the areas of education and child…
Public school funding: PV submission
Parents Victoria made a submission to the Victorian Parliamentary Inquiry into Public School Funding in late 2025. The…
Generative AI: What parents need to know
This podcast from the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership is for parents and carers. Parents Victoria CEO…
150 years of public education in Victoria
2022 is the 150th anniversary of public education in Victoria.
Featured sections
Family
Engagement
Why parent-school partnerships are so important for kids, parents and schools.
Relationship Based Education
Why children need quality relationships to learn and thrive.
Parent Club Toolkit
Information, tips and templates to help you set up and manage a successful Parent Club.
Parents Victoria Membership
Why you should join us!
Parent Clubs, individuals and schools can be members.
Campaigns
Parents Victoria supports or participates in the following campaigns.
For Every Child campaign
This campaign is calling for full funding of all public schools. The campaign is led by the Australian Education Union and supported by groups representing
Know Your Country campaign
Parents Victoria is an ally of the Know Your Country campaign.
40km/h limit: RACV campaign
Parents Victoria supports the RACV’s call for all schools to have 40km/h speed limits on adjacent roads.