WHAT IS A CO-OP?

Flemington Co-op is a community based centre; therefore it depends on active participation from parents.

As a Co-operative under the Co-operation Act 1996, we are a parent-managed non-profit organisation. In accordance with the Co-operative's rules. the Co-op does not endeavour to profit from the service, which we offer.

All parents are encouraged to contribute to the Co-op in a variety of ways. Each family becomes a shareholder/member and is eligible to vote at general meetings, stand for election to the board, and take a role in the management of Co-op.

Families are instrumental in determining policies by which Co-op is run, as this ensures the needs of the current families are being met.

Parents are encouraged to assist with the programs offered by making times to visit Co-op. During these times, parents are encouraged to share ideas with staff, read a story, or play a musical instrument.

Co-op’s families are from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds and parents are encouraged to share their experiences with Co-op staff so they can be included in Co-op’s programs.