Mini Masterminds Merrylands 1

Mini Masterminds Merrylands  acknowledge the Dharug people as the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which we learn, play and grow. We pay our deepest respect to Dharug Elders past and present, and we recognise the enduring connection the Dharug people hold with this Land, its waterways, skies, and all living things.   

Our vision for reconciliation is to nurture a community where every child, family, and educator values and celebrates the richness, resilience and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and histories. We are committed to creating a culturally safe environment where truth-telling, respect, and understanding are woven into daily learning experiences.     

Through our early learning practices, we strive to build strong and genuine relationships with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, listening deeply to their voices, perspectives, and cultural knowledge.   

We will embed First Nations perspectives across our curriculum in ways that are respectful, strengths-based and meaningful for children and families.  We will foster respect, equity, equality and inclusion by ensuring all children see themselves reflected in their environment and are supported to develop empathy, pride, and cultural awareness.   

We will commit to continuous learning as a team, growing our cultural responsiveness and ensuring reconciliation is lived out through our words, actions, and decisions each day.  We believe reconciliation is an ongoing journey of unity, respect, and shared responsibility. By walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, we aim to contribute to a future where all children grow up with a deep appreciation for Australias First Peoples and are inspired to help build a just and equitable society.