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We at Rise and Shine Kindergarten would like to present our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) that has been created by educators within the centre. At Rise and Shine Kindergarten, we believe reconciliation is a responsibility that we are committed to upholding for children, educators and families and all First Nations peoples of Australia. To begin the reconciliation process, we must first understand and acknowledge the colonial history and injustices that have been inflicted on the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander...

Harmony Early Learning Journey Balmoral is committed to providing a service culture that is welcoming, inclusive and respectful to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We appreciate the wisdom, strength and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as acknowledging the injustices and discrimination they have and continue to face.  Our vision for reconciliation is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous people to live in harmony by understanding and respecting our shared histories. We...

WelloKids is committed to the ongoing learning about and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ histories, cultures and contemporary experiences. Our vision is that our commitment to reconciliation can facilitate change in the next generation. Developing awareness of, knowledge about and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ histories, cultures and contributions will reap benefits for children from an early age. Exploring issues of fairness, justice, equality and equity, we are committed to developing a sense of...

At Nido Early School Iluka, we commit to seamlessly and respectfully incorporating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into our everyday curriculum, rituals and routines. We commit to displaying our respect for the Whadjuk People, the Traditional Custodians of the Joondalup area, which is visible within our service. We aim to ensure that through our commitment to reconciliation, there will be a shared appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories and cultures among our Educators, Children and Families....

Our goal is to build our knowledge of Aborginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, culture and perspectvies and to share this with the children, families and community.  We are actively listening to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through regular conversations, events and celebrations, seeking their advice to gain a stronger understanding of protocols and preferences. Through these complex conversations we are working in collaboration to teach children about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives.   Our team is actively...

Our vision is for reconciliation is for all First Nations Peoples of Australia and non-Indigenous people to work together with meaningful understanding of the wisdom and knowledges of the Traditional Custodians of this Land.   We are committed reconciliation and will continue to build and maintain strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people that are built on trust and respect, and free of racism. We will continue to foster partnerships and collaborate with First Nations families and learn from...

Here at Journey Lara, we will provide a safe and inclusive space whilst continuing to build relationships with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. This aids us in understanding and embedding reconciliation into our programs.  

Our vision for reconciliation at St Peters Preschool is for reconciliation to be embedded in our philosophy and evident in our practices. We aim to build meaningful connections with Aboriginal and Torress Strait Islander communities and educate our children, educators and wider preschool community about our nations shared histories and the cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We envision a culturally safe environment which nurtures a sense of belonging for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their...

Our College recognises and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First people of Australia. In the Catholic tradition and the spirit of the Good Samaritan Sisters, we are committed to providing equal and equitable opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Our vision for reconciliation is to enable all students to feel empowered and brave with their identity. We will respectfully deepen our understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ histories and cultures and aim...

At Busy Bees Byford Central, our vision for reconciliation is built upon respect, inclusion, and collaboration. We honor the Whadjuk people, the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which we live and work, and extend our deepest respect to Elders past, present, and emerging. Our commitment to reconciliation means fostering an environment where all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, alongside all cultures and backgrounds, are celebrated, heard, and respected. We strive to create a community where every child, family,...

St Columba College acknowledges and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of Kaurna Country, their histories and cultures and the continuing importance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider community.  We will remember their strong and everlasting connection to the land, sky, waterways, culture and community, and the foundation on which we live, work and learn, which always was and always will be Kaurna Country. We are a faith-filled community which is...

Avenues Early Learning Centre Paddington acknowledges that reconciliation is an ongoing journey that together as a team we continually work towards.   We will continue building our knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures, and histories, and respectfully infuse this knowledge into our everyday routines, practices, and curriculums.   We continue to build reciprocal relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, striving to further our practices and knowledge in regard to reconciliation and First Nations peoples, cultures and history.  ...

Goodstart Early Learning Blakeview is committed to developing and implementing a deeper understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their histories and cultures throughout our daily practice.   We acknowledge the Kaurna People as the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which we meet each day and ensure their histories, perspectives and experiences plays a significant role in our centre's programming and practice, whilst providing families and children with an authentic approach to reconciliation through intentional teaching and learning experiences. ...

We are deeply committed to embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives in early childhood education, our vision for reconciliation is rooted in truth, respect, and shared responsibility. We strive to build a culturally safe and inclusive community—within our service and across The Park and its surrounding areas—where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures, histories, and ongoing contributions are genuinely recognised, valued, and celebrated.  Through openness, trust, and mutual support, we believe reconciliation can bring about healing, justice, and...

At Lomandra School, we envision a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families have the same opportunities as all Australians, empowered to thrive in a culturally safe and inclusive learning environment.  We are deeply committed to reconciliation, guided by the principles of relationships, respect, and opportunities. We recognise and honour the longest-living cultures in the world by embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, histories, and knowledge systems across our learning spaces and within our local community. ...

Our Commitment to Reconciliation At Milestones Early Learning Blair Athol, we acknowledge the Dharawal people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn, work, and play. We recognise and respect the deep connection Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to Country, culture, and community, and we honour Elders past, present, and emerging. We are committed to walking the path of reconciliation by building respectful relationships and embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives across all areas...

We will continue to ensure all Educators regularly participate in cultural responsiveness training and wider professional learning opportunities to raise awareness and increase understanding of past and present issues and experiences faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as a result of colonisation.  We are committed to enhancing teaching and learning activities by respectfully building relationships and engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities w ithin our own local area.      

Baringiny Moorditj Ballajura (making and becoming a strong Ballajura): Coming together and sharing, celebrating and learning about culture.  Vision Statement: At Ballajura Community College, we believe that reconciliation means acknowledging and recognising the impacts of colonisation on First Nation peoples and the need for healing, cultural awareness, and responsiveness for all Australians.  It is our commitment to fostering an environment that understands and acknowledges First Nations peoples’ cultures, histories  and celebrates their contributions and achievements. We are committed to meaningful...

Ascot Vale Progress Kindergarten’s vision for reconciliation is one where First Nations peoples’ histories, cultures and rights are acknowledged, respected,and valued. We recognise the great strength and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and celebrate the survival of the oldest continuing cultures. We seek to deepen our understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures and we will respectfully embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives in our curriculum so students see their cultures and identities represented....

At WelloKids, we are dedicated to ongoing learning, reflection, and inclusive practices that honour the histories, cultures, and contemporary experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  Our vision for reconciliation is rooted in the belief that building awareness of and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples from an early age creates lasting change. By deepening children’s understanding of First Nations cultures and histories, we foster values of fairness, equity, equality, justice, and social responsibility — shaping generations...