Since 1995, the Council of Catholic School Parents NSW (CCSP) has been the state peak body officially recognised by the Bishops of NSW to provide leadership, advocacy and support for parents and carers of children and young people in all NSW Catholic schools and represent their interests at state and national level. At the national level, CCSP is a member of Catholic School Parents Australia (CSPA), the body established in 2013 to represent, advocate for, and lobby on behalf of, Catholic school parents and carers. CSPA frequently partners with the National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC) in matters of national significance, with CCSP having input through its membership on CSPA’s National Council.
Families and Schools Together: How parents can work with schools to support children’s learning and wellbeing
- Supports parents to build strong, respectful partnerships with Catholic schools
- Explains what parent engagement is and what parents can do to help their child thrive
- Provides advice on building positive relationships with other parents, staff and students
- Includes great tips on helping children with learning at school and at home
- Encourages parents to be involved in parent groups and school life
- Invites parents to help create caring Catholic communities
Supporting Diverse Learners with Disability in Catholic Schools: A guide by parents for parents
- Designed to help parents confidently navigate the school journey
- Guidance on working effectively with teachers and school staff
- Practical, easy-to-use advice for both primary and secondary school
- Helps you prepare your child with disability for school and each stage of learning
- Tips to support positive learning and wellbeing outcomes
Our Catholic Faith: A handbook for parents of students with children in NSW Catholic schools
- An introduction to Catholicism and what makes a school Catholic
- Explains Catholic beliefs and traditions in a simple way
- Encourages ALL parents to attend liturgies they are invited to attend during the school year
- Includes easy-to-understand information about Religious Education, liturgy and Mass, faith formation, the Catholic school calendar and prayers
- A perfect beginners guide for families and staff who aren’t Catholic
