Goodstart Parkdale

Goodstart Early Learning Parkdale is committed to reconciliation and understands that reconciliation between First Nations peoples and non-Indigenous Australians is the responsibility of all Australians.

Our vision is to value and celebrate First Nations peoples’ cultures by strengthening educators, children's and family’s knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures, languages, arts, spirituality, laws and customs. Within our environments we will continue to  provide respectful, engaging and meaningful areas that promote learning of First Nations perspectives, and to be a reflection of where we are  on our journey  reconciliation. .

Goodstart Early Learning Parkdale respects this Land on which it stands and embraces the Boon Wurrung People and heritage of the Kulin Nation. As educators we promote the importance of looking after the Land and acknowledging the histories of the Boon Wurrung People as the Traditional Custodians of the Land and surrounding waters. We respect the Boon Wurrung People who continue to look after this Land since long before us, and to who provide leadership to others in supporting relationships that are respectful, welcoming and inclusive for First Nations people.

Our vision is for all children to have the opportunity to participate in quality early childhood education. We envision an equitable, inclusive and culturally respectful community with a sense of belonging and strong connections with community and Country.