At Playschool Early Learning, we are committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive and respectful environment where all children, families and educators learn, grow and connect through reconciliation.
We honour and respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Custodians of this Land and recognise their continuing connections to Country, culture, community and history. We are dedicated to respectfully embedding this understanding into our everyday practices, learning environments, and relationships.
We acknowledge that reconciliation is a continual and evolving journey. As a team, we are committed to ongoing learning, reflection and growth, strengthening our knowledge and practices in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
Our vision is for reconciliation to live in the hearts, minds, and actions of our community.
Through meaningful learning experiences, open conversations, and shared celebrations, we aim to foster empathy, understanding, and respect from the earliest years.
We are guided by the values of respect for diversity, inclusion, justice, honesty, courage and advocacy for children's rights. These values shape our relationships, decision-making, and daily practices.
We strive to build strong, genuine partnerships with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, families, organisations and communities, valuing their voices and knowledge. By working together, we support children to develop a deep appreciation for the rich cultures and perspectives of First Nations People.
Our goal is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritages, histories and cultures to be embedded so respectfully and deeply that they become an integral part of our children's Being, Belonging and Becoming now and into the future.
Playschool Early Learning is committed to walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in a spirit of unity, trust and collaboration, empowering children and families to be active participants in reconciliation.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Welcome to Country
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Teach about Reconciliation
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Staff Engagement with RAP
Curriculum Planning
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Acknowledgement of Country
Take Action Against Racism
Inclusive Policies
Build Relationships with Community
Celebrate RAP Progress
Reconciliation Network
Care for Country
Early Years Learning Framework
National Quality Standard