At our Early Learning Centre, we are committed to fostering equal and equitable opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous Australians. We recognise that reconciliation is a shared and ongoing responsibility, and we are dedicated to walking this journey together. Our vision includes building new connections and strengthening existing relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, families, and communities. We are committed to listening deeply, learning respectfully, and working in partnership to support a culturally safe and inclusive environment for all. We nurture a learning environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children feel seen, heard, and valued, and where their culture and identity are an important part of everyday learning, helping them grow with pride, purpose, and a strong sense of belonging. Our approach ensures all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential through culturally responsive education. We will continue to seek guidance from local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders and community members, so that we strive to co-create pathways that reflect diverse histories, perspectives, and cultural wisdom. These relationships inform our practice and inspire our work.
Staff Engagement with RAP
Curriculum Planning
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Acknowledgement of Country
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Teach about Days of National Significance
Build Relationships with Community
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Welcome to Country
Teach about Reconciliation
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Take Action Against Racism
Inclusive Policies
Celebrate RAP Progress
Early Years Learning Framework
Reconciliation Projects
Visibly Demonstrate Respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures
Reconciliation Network
Care for Country