At Smarties Early Learning Centre, we are committed to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our vision for reconciliation is to create and sustain a culturally responsive and safe learning environment that fosters meaningful and respectful relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous Australians. We are dedicated to promoting equity, equality, truth-telling, and a shared understanding of our histories as the foundation for a more inclusive and united future. We continue to walk alongisde and learn from First Nations peoples, engaging genuinely with our local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, stakeholders, and partners. Through this collaboration, we respectfully embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, histories and cultures throughout our curriculum, practices and pedagogy, enriching the learning journey for all children and families in our care. As a learning community, we are committed to fostering understanding, respect, and a strong sense of belonging by embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives throughout our programs and practices.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Welcome to Country
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Build Relationships with Community
Teach about Reconciliation
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Acknowledgement of Country
Celebrate RAP Progress
Staff Engagement with RAP
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Take Action Against Racism
Curriculum Planning
Inclusive Policies
Physical Acknowledgement of Country