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We at Prestons Early Education and Care Centre value and recognise the work and teachings of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities around Australia as reconciliation is about building respect. We believe in partnerships and wellbeing and the power of educators, children and families coming together to build a community of learners. We acknowledge the Darug people as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the Land.   We at Prestons Early Education and Care Centre are committed to...

Overnewton College is a Community of Learners that is understanding, respectful and actively supportive of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, customs and heritages, and values justice and equity for all Australians. Overnewton College will achieve its vision for reconciliation by:  Providing a safe and welcoming place for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  Enabling College students and staff to understand fully and accept both the histories of  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the impact of European settlement, actions and...

KU West Pymble Preschool acknowledges the Guringai people as the Traditional Owners of the Land on which the preschool is situated. Our Acknowledgement of Country recognises and gives thanks to them daily, both spiritually as well as shaping the way we interact with the Land. Our vision is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to be recognised as being the First Nations people of Australia; to show them the respect they deserve and to progress on repairing the wrongs...

Our vision for reconciliation is about hearing and listening, trying to understand, being respectful and valuing the histories, cultures and stories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples of Australia.

Our vision for reconciliation at Little Stars at Bourke Children’s Centre is to create an environment that is welcoming to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our service will begin to learn, understand and build our knowledge of what reconciliation means to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and what it means to us as a service. We will work hard to find appropriate ways to strengthen and build positive relationships with our local Elders and community members, as we...

  At KU Phillip Park Children’s Centre, we hold a strong commitment for reconciliation that understands past wrongs and present injustices and acknowledges the impact this has had on generations of Australia’s First Nation’s peoples. We believe reconciliation, is an act of rights for and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, that seeks, by intent, to be restorative and relational in its outcomes. We also believe Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a right to a voice, to...

  As educators we recognise that we have limited knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders histories and cultures and we believe it is our responsibility to actively work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to develop safe and respectful ways of sharing our learning. As educators we make a commitment to building respectful relationships, extending our knowledge and sourcing resources that are authentic and appropriately honouring the traditional and contemporary lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We...

  Our vision for reconciliation is to increase the children's, families', educators' and members of the wider community’s understanding about the local and national histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We will begin with our own learning and thinking, enabling us to undertake a sensitive and respectful approach when we are ready to share what we have learned.   

  KU Cammeray Preschool’s vision for reconciliation is to work together with our local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communtiy to increase, develop and extend our knowledge about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia. From this increased understanding we commit to moving forward, using an appreciation of cultures and beliefs to guide us in creating change in our preschool and supporting our teaching of anti-bias and reconciliation in our curriculum and program. We will share our curriculum, activities...

Our vision for reconciliation is for our families, children and the wider community to know and trust our service as one that acknowledges and respects the rich and diverse cultures and histories of the Awabakal people in our local community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples throughout Australia.  We want the children and families in our service to feel connected to their culture and feel it is celebrated and acknowledged. We endeavour to always provide a culturally safe environment,...

  KU Burwood Preschool’s vision for reconciliation is to increase understanding in our community about the histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in Australia, whilst developing meaningful relationships founded on mutual respect. We will strive to establish a culturally safe and respectful learning environment for all children and adults.   

We believe that reconciliation is everyone's business. Our vision is for genuine relationships, strong partnerships and connection between the wider Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We acknowledge that access and connection to Country, knowledge and people supports everyone's well-being. 

At Kindarama, reconciliation means making meaningful and respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and celebrating their cultures and ways of life. All children should have access to education and feel a sense of belonging.  Kindarama hopes to foster equal and equitable educational opportunities for all children, ensuring that they are  offered every opportunity to develop and succeed. A reconciled Australia is one where all Australians can be proud of who they are and accepting of others. A country where...

We are committed to building a community based on trust and respect. We recognise the cultural rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to building understanding and acceptance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures within our service.             

We at Kanga’s House respectfully acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who were here before us and who are here with us today. We will strive to achieve a relationship of understanding, respect, equality and equity by embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives in all our areas of practice. We hope to extend our influence to the children and families of the centre as well our wider community in the near future. 

KU Bligh Park Preschool’s vision for reconciliation is to: · Develop trust, acceptance and respect between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other Australians · Respect the environment – the earth, the animals, insects, trees and water; · Take care of the Land on which we walk, grow and play; ·  Listen and to respond thoughtfully, as relationships are nurtured, and stories are shared; and ·  Live harmoniously as we understand the perspectives and cultures of others. “We embrace with...

Our vision for Kids @Weldon Summer Hill is to enrich, enlighten and to further educate all educators, families and children within the centre about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures. Educators, families and children will take this opportunity to develop a strong sense of understanding about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures. This RAP will be attached to and implemented alongside the weekly planning to form part of our Quality Improvement Plan.

Our vision is to walk side by side and develop positive relationships with First Nations peoples, and to respectfully embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and perspectives into everyday routines. We are connected with and contribute to our world by learning, respecting and growing as Australians proud of our shared Australian histories.

Reconciliation at St Colman’s School is to acknowledge and celebrate the Traditional Owners of the Home Hill area and to work in partnership with the Gudjuda Reference Group to promote a reconciled Australia. We aim to work together with members of the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community to teach our students and school community about their cultures beliefs, and histories to be able to develop a shared understanding and story that is promoted throughout our school and community.      

Goodstart Early Learning Elizabeth Vale strives to inspire children and families to achieve greatness through teamwork, communication, educational programs, purposeful experiences and ongoing support. Our vision is to have a culturally safe environment where everyone feels welcome. We aim to ensure all families, children and staff feel accepted and included. We strive to ensure all families and cultures are respected which will build strong and meaningful relationships within our community. We will develop and foster respectful relationships with the local Aboriginal community...