At King's Early Learners, children are actively immersed in culturally responsive practices, guided by a passionate team committed to fostering deep, meaningful connections with the land.

In 2024, we launched a collaborative project titled Care for Country, which began with a focus on Indigenous perspectives, Bush Kindy experiences and exploring the concept of care in its many forms. This year, the project has continued to grow, evolving to include a strong emphasis on sustainability.

As part of this ongoing inquiry, we’ve partnered with Tea Tree Gully Council to support the children’s understanding of environmental responsibility and waste management. Council representatives have visited the ELC on several occasions, sharing their knowledge through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

In a recent incursion, children explored what happens to waste in landfill and learned how to sort rubbish correctly into different bins. One visit featured an interactive sorting game that challenged children to think carefully about where each item belonged - a fun and practical way to reinforce these important lessons.

Throughout the year, each of our learning communities will continue to explore sustainability and waste practices, connecting these learnings back to our central theme of caring for Country.

By embedding these values into everyday learning, we aim to nurture cultural competence, compassion and a strong sense of environmental stewardship. Through meaningful programs and partnerships, our children are empowered to develop genuine respect for the world around them - and their place within it.