Parents and Friends
Parents and Friends Association
Toorak College's Parents and Friends Association plays an integral role in shaping Toorak College and the Mornington Peninsula community. Every parent/guardian who has a child enrolled at Toorak College is part of the Parents and Friends Association.
The Parent and Friends Committee is a volunteer sub-group of the Association.
Parent and Friends Committee Purpose
Parent and Friends Committee Events and Initatives
Meet the Parent and Friends Committee
Get Involved with the Parent and Friends Committee
Contact the Parent and Friends Committee
Parent and Friends Committee Purpose
The Toorak College Parent and Friends Committee purpose is to strengthen and support the vibrant school community, in partnership with the Toorak College Board, Principal and Executive team to promote the best interests of the school by:
Fostering a genuine interest in, and understanding of, the principles and guiding values of Toorak College.
Encouraging active engagement with the school’s educational philosophy and supporting the holistic development of every student.
Building strong connections and goodwill across the parent/guardian body and the wider community.
Coordinating activities of all Toorak College Parent and Friends sub-committees to ensure aligned and impactful outcomes.
Encouraging inclusive and meaningful parent participation in events, initiatives and sense of community within the school.
Raising funds to provide enhanced facilities, resources and programs which enrich the student experience at the school.
The Parent and Friends Committee are proud to carry forward a tradition seen in leading independent schools around Australia, where the committee plays a critical role in nurturing a strong school spirit, engaging parents/guardians as partners in education and contributing to the long-term vision of the school.
Parent and Friends Committee Events and Initatives
The Parent and Friends Committee play a vital role in delivering purposeful initiatives which:
- Deepen the parent-school-student connections
- Showcase community strengths and expertise
- Support Toorak College's strategic vision
- Enrich the educational and cultural experience for all students
Some of the current events and programs the Parent and Friends Committee support include:
- Summer Festival
- Carols in the Cloisters
- End of term BBQ's
- International Family Welcome Drinks
- Year 12 Valedictory
- Grade 6 Valedictory
Meet the Parent and Friends Committee
The ongoing success of the committee is due to the generous contributions of members, who volunteer their time, skills and energy to benefit the Toorak College community. The 2025 Parent and Friends Committee members are:
President: Wayne Sutherland
Vice-President: Ying Tang
Secretary: Clarrissa Carson
Treasurer: Johnson Wang
Committee members: Johnathon Davey and Joanna Wang
Get Involved with the Parent and Friends Committee
There are a variety of ways you can get involved with the Parent and Friends Committee, whether you have a few hours a term, or are looking to take on a more active role. From helping at events, supporting fundraising efforts or joining a sub-committee, your involvement makes a difference.
For more information or to express your interest in getting involved, please complete the form below.
Contact the Parent and Friends Committee
For further information or queries relating to the Parents and Friends Committee please email pandf@toorakc.vic.edu.au