At Goodstart Glenvale Road, we are committed to creating a warm, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families, staff, and community members, as well as for non-Indigenous individuals. Our goal is to nurture strong, respectful, and trusting relationships by fostering meaningful connections between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their non-Indigenous counterparts. We strive to ensure that every child grows in a space grounded in mutual respect, where the values of equality and equity are actively upheld. Our learning environment celebrates and reflects the rich cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, encouraging First Nations families to feel safe, valued, and empowered to share their cultural identities and perspectives. We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which we learn and playthe Gaibal and Jarowair peoplesand honour the diverse cultural backgrounds and stories of all our families.
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students and Children
Reconciliation Projects
Celebrate Days of National Significance
Physical Acknowledgement of Country
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Representation on Committees
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Take Action Against Racism
Celebrate RAP Progress
Staff Engagement with RAP
Welcome to Country
Teach about Reconciliation
Employment Strategy
Build Relationships with Community
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Inclusive Policies
Curriculum Planning
Acknowledgement of Country
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Early Years Learning Framework
National Quality Standard
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Languages