At Kindy Patch Elermore Vale, we acknowledge the Awabakal people as the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which our children play, learn, and grow. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging, and recognise the continuing connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to Country, culture, and community.
Our vision for reconciliation is to build a learning community that values and acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures, and contributions as a vital part of Australia's story. Guided by our core values of creativity, kindness, respect, and trust, we aim to foster an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and all children, families, and educators feel seen, valued, and connected. Through curiosity, play, and shared learning, we seek to create meaningful opportunities for children to develop an understanding and appreciation of the world's oldest living cultures.
We are committed to learning together with the local Awabakal community, listening deeply, and embedding reconciliation into our daily practices and relationships.
Acknowledgement of Country
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Early Years Learning Framework
Opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students and Children
Elders and Traditional Owners Share Histories and Cultures
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Reconciliation Projects
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Build Relationships with Community
Cultural Responsiveness for Students and Children
Teach about Reconciliation
Teach about Days of National Significance
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Visibly Demonstrate Respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures
Recognise and Respect Rights
Care for Country
Celebrate Days of National Significance
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Physical Acknowledgement of Country
Take Action Against Racism
Curriculum Planning
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
Inclusive Policies
Staff Engagement with RAP
National Quality Standard
Local Sites, Events and Excursions
Celebrate RAP Progress
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Languages
Welcome to Country