Mini Masterminds Bexley

At Mini Masterminds, Bexley, we acknowledge and respect the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which we learn and play, the Gadigal and Bidjigal people of the Eora Nation.

We recognize that reconciliation is an ongoing journey of truth-telling, understanding, and meaningful action.

Our vision for reconciliation is to create an inclusive and culturally safe environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, histories, and cultures are embedded in our everyday practice. We endeavour to foster deep and respectful relationships with First Nations communities and to ensure that children, families, and educators engage in learning that celebrates and values the richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Through our curriculum, community partnerships, and daily interactions, we commit to:

• Embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives in our teaching and learning experiences.
• Actively acknowledging the past and its ongoing impacts while promoting respect, empathy, and awareness.
• Providing children with opportunities to engage in authentic cultural learning that builds their understanding of connection to Country, storytelling, and Aboriginal ways of knowing and being.
• Strengthening relationships with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to ensure their voices and knowledge are represented in our centre.
• Supporting our educators in continuous learning about reconciliation, cultural competency, and the significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Our centre is committed to reconciliation as a shared responsibility, working together with families, children, and the wider community to promote respect, equity, and unity. We believe that through listening, learning, and taking meaningful action, we can contribute to a reconciled Australia where all children feel a sense of belonging and pride in the diverse cultures that shape our nation.