John Tonkin College Education Support Centre

At John Tonkin College Education Support Centre, we honour the heritage and enduring connection of the Bindjareb people of the Noongar Nation, who named this land Mandjoogoordapmeeting place of the heart. This powerful meaning guides our commitment to reconciliation and inclusion.

Our vision is to foster a culturally safe, respectful, and inclusive school community where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and contributions are deeply valued and meaningfully embedded in everyday learning and practice.

We strive to:

• Educate and inspire students and future generations about the importance of reconciliation.
• Create a welcoming environment where diverse cultures are celebrated and respected.
• Acknowledge and uphold Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander protocols, traditions, and ways of knowing, being, and doing.
• Recognise our shared responsibility in advancing reconciliation through learning, action, and reflection.
• Build strong, reciprocal relationships with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, walking together on this journey.

Together, in partnership with our community, we aim to raise awareness, deepen understanding, and take meaningful action toward a more inclusive and united future.