Our vision for reconciliation is an inclusive, culturally respectful environment where children, families, educators, and communities engage with, and respect, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories and cultures. We are committed to truth-telling, listening deeply, challenging unconscious biases, and fostering empathy for people, place, and Country. Reconciliation is central to our Kindergarten philosophy, guiding our practices, planning, reflections and relationships unique to our context.
We envision a reconciled Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ perspectives and cultures are deeply integrated into all aspects of life. We acknowledge the ongoing wisdom and connections to Country held by First Nations peoples for a millennium that form the foundations of kinship with the land, sea, sky and each other. We aspire to a respectful future where healing takes precedence, and social justice guides our collective actions to live harmoniously with people and place.
We believe reconciliation is a continuous journey that requires collective effort and accountability. We are committed to teaching and learning with the connectedness of the past, present and future, moving forward with empathy, and creating communities where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute to a united future.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Early Years Learning Framework
Opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students and Children
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Representation on Committees
Elders and Traditional Owners Share Histories and Cultures
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Welcome to Country
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Reconciliation Projects
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Build Relationships with Community
Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Owned Businesses
Reconciliation Network
Create Stakeholder List
Cultural Responsiveness for Students and Children
Teach about Reconciliation
Teach about Days of National Significance
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Acknowledgement of Country
Visibly Demonstrate Respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures
Recognise and Respect Rights
Care for Country
Celebrate Days of National Significance
Physical Acknowledgement of Country
RAP Launch
Embed Cross-curriculum Priority
Curriculum Planning
Inclusive Policies
Staff Engagement with RAP
RAP Budget Allocation
National Quality Standard
Local Sites, Events and Excursions
Celebrate RAP Progress
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Languages
Take Action Against Racism