Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School

At Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School, we are a community of people loved unconditionally by God, who impels us to deepen our relationships with all people. This includes moving forward with First Nations Peoples on a journey where it is imperative that we work together towards a country that is reconciled, equal and equitable. In the spirit of reconciliation, we will focus on restoring relationships, valuing cultures, identifying and addressing inequalities and inequities, and acknowledging and taking action against social injustice. We recognise and respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' deep ongoing connections with and custodianship of the Land. We value and honour First Nations peoples’ resilience and strength and their continuing contributions to maintaining a sustainable and flourishing environment. We have committed to embedding a curriculum grounded in truth-telling. We will develop practical and meaningful reconciliation initiatives around the school and actively listen to Tasmanian Aboriginal voices throughout our entire community.

We recognise that access to and participation in a liberating education system are fundamental to closing the gap in equal and equitable educational outcomes between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous Australians. As a Catholic School for primary students in the Josephite tradition, we embrace lifelong learning that leads towards a future of true reconciliation and honour faith, justice and inclusive practices. We believe in developing and maintaining a foundation of mutual respect, hope, compassion and justice between people of diverse cultures that are thriving in our community and country.

We recognise the First Nations peoples of Australia as the Original Custodians of the Land upon which we learn and teach. We will continue to seek opportunities to engage with and learn about the continuing cultures of First Nations Peoples; and about First Nations peoples’ spiritualities, rich traditions of storytelling, and deep attachments evident in their care and knowledge of Country.