Goodstart Geelong East

The community of Goodstart Geelong East has a vision for reconciliation that sees continuous and harmonious relationships between First Nation's First Peoples and the wider community.

We respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's cultures and beliefs, and it is through knowledge and taking action that we can work together, learning and growing a deeper understanding through all areas of our centre.

We recognise our role as educators as one to communicate knowledge to our children, families, and selves to form a solid platform of understanding. We believe that there is a need to ensure that First Nations people's perspectives are learnt about in the early years, as these are the foundation and formative years of development which set the scene for a child's future learning. We endeavour to embed this learning and knowledge across the centre with professional development for the team and planned experiences for the children. 

We believe that through knowledge, showing respect, and in developing connections within the local community: we can promote and encourage a sense of welcomeness and unity.

It will connect us to build a future that values all people and is peaceful and unified.