Queensland Independent Schools Parents Network

A strong voice for the needs and interests of parents who
choose an independent education for their children.

Discover

Who we are

The Queensland Independent Schools Parents Network (QIS Parents Network) is the recognised representative body – and a strong voice – for the needs and interests of parents who choose an independent education for their children. The QIS Parents Network is here to help parents and teachers access the latest information and resources.

Information

for Parents

From finding an independent school for your child to understanding the simple things you can do to help your child succeed in school and life, the QIS Parents Network is here to help you access the latest information and reliable advice. We understand how busy you are. That’s why we’ve made it easy to find the information you need.

Information

for Parents

From finding an independent school for your child to understanding the simple things you can do to help your child succeed in school and life, the QIS Parents Network is here to help you access the latest information and reliable advice. We understand how busy you are. That’s why we’ve made it easy to find the information you need.

Information

for Schools

Find a range of research articles and resources to help answer school questions on: What is parent engagement? What does the research on parent engagement tell us? Why does it matter? How do students and their families benefit? What initiatives can we implement at our school? There’s a wealth of evidence-based strategies and activities that schools can draw on to enhance their engagement programs and activities with parents.

Research

Parent Engagement

The ‘how to’ of engaging parents in their child’s learning and wellbeing – a concept known as parent engagement – is a step closer thanks to world-leading findings from our research project “EPIC” (Engaging Parents in Curriculum).