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Reconciliation is a community action. We endeavour to engage all children, families and members of the Little River and Wathaurong communities to work together and learn from each other. We aim to educate our Kindergarten community on the importance of recognising, acknowledging and respecting Elders past, present and future and on the continued importance of the histories, cultures and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We aim to extend our partnership with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander...

Reconciliation is a community action. We endeavour to engage all children, families and members of the Little River and Wathaurong communities to work together and learn from each other. We aim to educate our Kindergarten community on the importance of recognising, acknowledging and respecting Elders past, present and future and on the continued importance of the histories, cultures and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We aim to extend our partnership with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander...

Reconciliation, to us, is something that is a part of our curriculum, pedagogy and culture of our Kindergarten. We will continue to honour and value all cultures of our community and seek ways to acknowledge, explore and celebrate the cultures of our families and the ways of being, histories and perspectives of our nation’s First Peoples. We wish to create a culture that is inclusive, feels safe, is welcoming and values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed...

We want to embark on an exciting journey to learn about the First Peoples of Australia. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have continued to be connected to lands across Australia for thousands of years and it is our responsibility to explore their diverse and far ranging cultures and respectfully share this knowledge and understanding with the children and families in our community. We understand that to truly learn we must collaborate with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in...

Embedding reconciliation as a fundamental principle of Smarty Pants Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten is fostered and supported by all staff and owners. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions that have shaped our nation are to be celebrated and respect is to be paid to the Traditional Custodians of the Lands on which our early learning service is based. We are committed to fostering practices which both embrace and encourage the contributions of Aboriginal and Torres...

Our vision for reconciliation is to ensure that the cultures and histories of the Traditional Owners of the Land on which our service stands continue to be passed down from generation to generation. We believe that the exploration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives is important and we, as educators, need to facilitate a learning environment that does so respectfully by building meaningful relationships with our children, families and wider community.

At Tadpoles Taigum, we believe that every child develops meaningful relationships, participates and learns with the encouragement and understanding of their families, carers and communities. It is through this belief that we recongise the important role we play as educators in the journey of reconcilisation and the importance our role plays in sharing the meaning of reconsiliation with families, children and carers who attend our service.  We are fortunate to be a very multicultural centre, with a range of diverse backgrounds,...

Our vision for reconciliation is to promote a community that welcomes and values Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures. We aim to work collaboratively with stakeholders, partners and the local community to provide an inclusive environment that respects cultural diversity, including the diverse cultures and contributions of Australia’s First Peoples. 

Explore & Develop Artarmon believes that reconciliation is an important part of teaching and learning in our setting. We share Reconciliation Australia’s vision of a reconciled, just and equitable Australia and acknowledge that past government policies and practices have disadvantaged Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Explore & Develop Artarmon draws inspiration from the 8 Ways Aboriginal Pedagogy from Western NSW, the Bringing Them Home report, and our emerging relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, in creating a...

Goodstart Early Learning Thornlie recognises and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of Australia and as the custodians of the Land on which our early childhood service is offered. Goodstart is committed to building partnerships based on trust, respect and recognition of the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures as enduring, living cultures and we respect and value the cultural insights that we gain as we establish...

At Breakfast Point Childcare Centre, we respect all cultures and acknowledge and value the cultural histories, heritages, traditions and continued contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Breakfast Point Child Care centre understands that reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other Australians is the responsibility of all Australians. We recognise the significance of belonging for all children and families to grow and reach their full potential. Our vision is to provide leadership to others in supporting relationships that are respectful, welcoming and inclusive for Aboriginal...

Forrest Primary School's vision for reconciliation is based on a shared understanding that reconciliation requires respect and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and perspectives within the school community. We are committed to developing and maintaining positive partnerships between the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and the school through meaningful connections with the curriculum, consultation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents and carers and celebration of significant dates and achievements. Forrest Primary School aims to provide an environment where Aboriginal and...

Reconciliation, in its broadest sense, means bringing together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and other Australians, and actively recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures as very important part of becoming culturally competent and developing strong inter-cultural relationships. We are committed to recognising and supporting the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions, and meaningfully embedding a focus on reconciliation in daily experiences with children, families and communities. We will continue to ensure that...

We, as educators, endeavour to build a deeper understanding of the histories, cultures, perspectives and contemporary issues and achievements of our local community, the Widjabul Wia-bal people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia. We are committed to building collaborative and inclusive partnerships within our local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and beyond. We acknowledge that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures are a priority at our service and aim to respectfully embed holistic practices...

Lowood and District Community Kindergarten is committed to implementing our Vision for Reconciliation. Our plan is to focus on building a strong understanding about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples' histories, cultures and achievements in our local area so we can honour and share this understanding with our children and future children. We wish to understand and appreciate different cultures, including the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, which will assist us to build positive relationships and connections...

At Patterson Lakes World of Learning we aim to be an Early Childhood Service that acknowledges and respects the Traditional Owners of the Land. We aim to create a learning environment that is inclusive and celebrates diversities, including the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions. Our vision for our centre is to continue to further develop our skills to support and meaningfully engage children in learning about Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures.

Our centre's vision for reconciliation is to provide children with a range of learning experiences in a respectful way which enhances children’s knowledge and understanding of our country’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and encourages connectedness to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples within our centre and broader community. We will maintain positive relationships and links to the Awabakal people, whose histories and cultures will be respectfully embedded throughout our centre's program and daily routines. We are committed to including children...

Reconciliation is about unity and respect between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous Australians. It is about appreciation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and valuing justice and equity for all Australians. The purpose of implementing a Reconciliation Action Plan and framework within early education and care centres is to ensure staff are equipped with the knowledge and cultural competence to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families. At Warwick Farm Early Education and Care...

The rich histories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be acknowledged and celebrated in ways which are respectful, genuine and purposeful. We are committed to providing meaningful educational opportunities for children and families to learn about and celebrate the rich histories and continuing contributions of Australia’s First Peoples. We are committed to ensuring our practices are consistent and respectful by connecting with the local Elders and community members for guidance, training and feedback. We have committed to creating...

Port Macquarie Community Preschool acknowledges and values the cultural histories, heritages and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our vision is a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are recognised as being the Traditional Owners of Lands across Australia. Our vision is a society where all children are educated from early childhood, to have respect for and an appreciation of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing and doing. Our vision is to create...