Mitchell EEC

Yowallah  meaning hello in the language of the Gunggari people, the First Peoples of the land on which Mitchell Early Education Centre stands reflects our commitment to respectfully acknowledging Country and those who have cared for it for generations. At Mitchell Early Education Centre, we value and recognise the knowledge, cultures, and ongoing contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples within our community and beyond. We are committed to building strong, respectful partnerships, placing great importance on our relationships with local Elders and continuing to deepen connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members. We work in genuine partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, their families, and the wider community to embed First Nations perspectives across all aspects of our educational program. Cultural knowledge, sustainability, language, and family perspectives are meaningfully woven into our daily practices, creating rich and authentic learning experiences for all children. We are dedicated to continually strengthening our understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures, including the ongoing impacts of colonisation. Through reflection and learning, we strive to contribute to a more just, informed, and respectful future. We believe that meaningful reconciliation is built on respectful relationships, shared understanding, and the recognition of rights. We are committed to ensuring that our actions are purposeful, impactful, and contribute positively to reconciliation. We recognise our responsibility to provide a culturally safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families feel a strong sense of belonging, identity, and pride.