Parent Support Groups sit at the very centre of our thriving community and play an invaluable role in enhancing the Penrhos experience for both students and parents.
The success of these groups is dependent on the committed and enthusiastic parents and members of our community who volunteer their time, talents and energy.
We are sincerely grateful for the ongoing contributions of our parents and friends; they are a constant source of inspiration for us all.
Penrhos College Foundation
The Penrhos College Foundation was established in 1987 to secure the future of Penrhos College and support the school’s strategic initiatives in education and opportunity to benefit current and future generations of students.
Our role is to create a culture of giving, to encourage philanthropic support and provide the foundation by which Penrhos continues to support generations of girls to live a future without boundaries.
The Foundation Board brings together the skills and expertise of many individuals, each committed to creating a brighter future for our College as we forge new futures in girls’ education. Their collaborative efforts enable the planning of important school projects and initiatives that might not otherwise be possible.
- President: Alistair Baron
- Vice President: Lee Spurr
- Secretary: Mark Cattle
- Treasurer: Kay Kelly
We are immensely grateful for any and all support extended to the Foundation; every gift, small or large, is significant and impacts on the future of our girls and Penrhos College through scholarships, buildings or special projects undertaken by the School. Please see here for more information about Ways to Give.
Penrhos College Alumni
The Penrhos College Alumni Committee supports more than 10,000 former students by fostering meaningful lifelong connection with the College. Through reunions, community events, networking opportunities and ongoing engagement, the Committee helps alumni stay connected with each other and with Penrhos.
Office Bearers:
- President - Cally Hannah, Class of 1996
- Vice President- Simone Moor, Class of 1989
- Treasurer - Jacklyn Roufail, Class of 1991
- Secretary - Karen Ryan (Northwood), Class of 1991
- Assistant Secretary - Catherine Maltman, Class of 2017
Committee Members:
- Kate Homan (Guest), Class of 2002
- Vicki Doherty, Class of 1970
- Jill Clarke, Class of 1977
- Lauren Hart, Class of 2008
- Carolyn Molony (Mitchell), Class of 1991
- Charlotte Gibbons, Class of 2022
- Jodie Perram, Class of 1991
- Shaniqua Cutinha, Class of 2019
- Caroline Jenkins (Windsor), Class of 1991
- Samantha Shillington, Class of 2021
- Melissa Lupi (Northwood), Class of 1991
- Aislinn Cornelius, Class of 2024
Friends of Penrhos
Friends of Penrhos aims to foster connections, host events and develop initiatives to bring the community together in support of our College and our students.
- President: Rachel Scrimger
- Secretary: Sarah Cudby
- Treasurer: Andrew Hawkins
2025 meeting dates:
- Monday, 17 February 2025
- Monday, 17 March 2025
- Monday, 19 May 2025
- Monday, 16 June 2025
- Monday, 18 August 2025
- Monday, 15 September 2025
- Monday, 20 October 2025
- Monday, 17 November 2025 (AGM)
All meetings will be held at the Colwyn Centre at 6:30pm.
Friends of Drama and Dance
Friends of Drama and Dance provides support to the Drama department of the College, especially for the main events of the year: Dramafest, School Production, Dance Showcase and Variety Night.
- President: Melinda Williams
- Vice President: Chrissy Tallowin
- Secretary: Melanie Dunstan
- Treasurer: Fran Ferreira
2025 meeting dates:
- Monday, 24 February 2025
- Monday, 24 March 2025
- Monday, 26 May 2025
- Monday, 23 June 2025
- Monday, 18 August 2025
- Monday, 1 December 2025 (AGM)
All meetings will be held at the Drama Studio at 7pm.
Friends of Music
Friends of Music is open to anyone interested in music at Penrhos, particularly those whose daughters play an instrument, sing in a choir or are studying music as a subject. The group’s objective is to create opportunities for parents and teachers to foster the enjoyment and promotion of music.
- President: Therese Shipman
- Secretary: Kristina Nilsson
- Treasurer: Sonia Kohary
2025 meeting dates:
- Tuesday, 18 February 2025
- Tuesday, 1 April 2025
- Tuesday, 6 May 2025
- Tuesday, 3 June 2025
- Tuesday, 5 August 2025
- Tuesday, 2 September 2025
- Tuesday, 28 October 2025(AGM)
- Tuesday, 11 November 2025
All meetings will be held at the Colwyn Centre at 7pm.
Friends of Rowing
Friends of Rowing supports Penrhos student rowers by coordinating rowing activities, social events and fundraising initiatives throughout the season. Each year the group assists with five regattas, including the Head of the River Regatta, where crews from ten schools compete. The rowing season runs from February to July and includes a number of community and team-building events.
Office Bearers:
- President: Sean Rose
- Vice President: Melanie Dunstan
- Secretary: Bita Charehjoo
- Treasurer: Belinda Knowles
2026 Meeting Dates: Rowing parents are warmly welcome to attend any meeting.
- Monday, 2 February 2026
- Wednesday, 4 March 2026
- Wednesday, 22 April 2026
- Wednesday, 3 June 2026
- Wednesday, 22 July 2026
- Monday, 2 November 2026 (AGM)
All meetings are held in the Main Administration Conference Room at 7pm.
The AGM is held in the Colwyn Centre at 6pm, followed by the Committee Meeting at 7pm.
For more information or to get involved, please contact
FoR-President@penrhos.wa.edu.au
Friends of Sport
Friends of Sport in the newest of our Parent Support Groups. It supports many sporting activities across the College, including Interhouse Swimming, Athletics and Cross Country Carnivals.
Despite being classified as a Parent Support Group, FoS also welcomes alumni whose experiences and stories following graduation can inspire and elevate current students.
For alumni, Fos provides the opportunity to reconnect with Penrhos and engage with student athletes, share insights as a guest speaker or be featured in our sports news stories. Their involvement can help foster a robust sporting spirit and support our teams in achieving new heights.
Menrhos
Menrhos aims to enhance and deepen the relationship between current students and their fathers through Dad and Daughter events. It also works strengthen the bonds between current fathers and the College.
- President: David Hopper
- Vice President: Matt Shaw
- Secretary: Richard Kempton
- Treasurer: Mike Kelly
Menrhos meets once a month off campus.
Parent Year Representatives
A number of Penrhos parents volunteer each year to take on the role of Parent Year Representative for their daughters cohort, to enhance parent-College relations and to promote networking events.
Penrhosian Club
The Penrhosian Club welcomes mothers of former students, and current and past staff to maintain links with the College, make new friends and keep in touch with past friends. It is purely a social group and does not fundraise. Meetings are informal and guest speakers are invited to speak on a variety of interesting topics.
Online Volunteer Induction
Everyone who intends to volunteer at the College is required to undertake the online Volunteer Induction annually and print their certificate as proof of completion.
