At Sagewood Dayton, our vision for reconciliation is to foster a culturally safe and inclusive environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ histories, cultures, and perspectives are valued, respected, and meaningfully embedded in our daily practice. We are committed to educating and supporting our staff on a shared journey of cultural understanding and responsiveness. Through our words, actions, and curriculum, we aim to be positive role models for the children, families, and broader community—demonstrating respect, inclusiveness, and the importance of equality and equity in everyday life. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we work, live, and learn—the Whadjuk Noongar people—and we pay our respects to Elders past and present. We recognise the deep knowledge and connection to Country held by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are privileged to learn from and with them. Through our RAP, we will actively seek to grow our understanding, strengthen relationships, and provide meaningful opportunities and resources that support every child’s right to learn, grow, and thrive in a culturally respectful environment. We commit to working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and to inspiring and supporting those in the early childhood profession to do the same.
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
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Take Action Against Racism
Curriculum Planning
Inclusive Policies
Staff Engagement with RAP
Celebrate RAP Progress