Tiny Graduates Learning Centre acknowledges and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultural histories, heritages, traditions and deep connections with, and custodianships of, the Land. Our vision for reconciliation is a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are actively recognised and celebrated as being the First Nations peoples of Australia, a world where the unique rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are respected and actively upheld, and all children have a sense of belonging and self-determination in their lives. Our education and care service are committed to giving our children and families the opportunity to respectfully engage with, learn about and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. At Tiny Graduates Learning Centre, we recognise the importance of early childhood education and that it is the pathway to a reconciled nation. We understand the importance of creating a culturally safe learning environment that acknowledges their diverse histories and traditions of this nation to form a safe haven for all children and families at our service. We acknowledge the rights of the child, and we respect childrens voices, cultural identities and right to be treated fairly with no discrimination through respectfully and responsively incorporating the many ways of knowing, being and doing. Tiny Graduates Learning Centre is contributing to an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, children and families feel a sense of belonging and strong connections with community and Country.Â
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Early Years Learning Framework
Elders and Traditional Owners Share Histories and Cultures
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Welcome to Country
Create Stakeholder List
Build Relationships with Community
Teach about Reconciliation
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Acknowledgement of Country
Visibly Demonstrate Respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Take Action Against Racism
Curriculum Planning
Inclusive Policies
Staff Engagement with RAP
Celebrate RAP Progress
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week