Indigenous Education

Classroom

• Each Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student develops a Personalised Learning Pathway (PLP) in collaboration with teachers and families, setting goals that promote cultural identity, academic progress, and wellbeing.
• Students engage in culturally meaningful activities such as traditional dance lessons, workshops on art, weaving, local language, storytelling, and bush food, often facilitated by community Elders and knowledge holders.
• The school provides opportunities like the NAIDOC Bush Food Garden, established in 2025, where students learn about native plants and their cultural significance, fostering a respectful and enriching learning environment.
• Integrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and perspectives across subjects in age-appropriate ways.
• Learning about local Indigenous culture, language, and Country.
• Celebrating NAIDOC Week, Reconciliation Week, and other cultural events with activities and storytelling.
• Engagement with Indigenous community members or Elders as guest speakers or cultural mentors.
• Art, music, and literacy projects inspired by Indigenous themes.
• Programs that promote respect, understanding, and pride in Indigenous identity for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students.

School-wide

1. Acknowledgement of Country

• Daily or weekly Acknowledgement of Country at assemblies, special events, and school gatherings to respectfully recognise the Traditional Custodians of the land.

2. Cultural Celebrations and Events

• Whole-school participation in NAIDOC Week and National Reconciliation Week with themed activities, assemblies, and workshops.
• Special cultural days or visits from Indigenous artists, performers, and Elders.

3. Community and Family Engagement

• Building relationships with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and Elders.
• Inviting community members to participate in school events or cultural learning activities.

4. Professional Learning for Staff

• Ongoing training and development for teachers and staff in culturally responsive teaching practices and Indigenous histories and perspectives.

5. Support Services

• Provision of support programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to promote their wellbeing, academic success, and cultural pride.

6. School Environment

• Display of Indigenous artwork, flags, and signage throughout the school to create a culturally inclusive environment. The Yulunga Traditional Indigenous Games are integrated into PDHPE programs across the school to promote cultural learning.

Community

1. Traditional Custodians

• Lennox Head is part of the traditional lands of the Nyangbal people of the Bundjalung Nation. Local elders and community members hold cultural knowledge, stories, and connections to Country passed down through generations.

2. Cultural Events and Activities

• The community may host events such as NAIDOC Week celebrations, Reconciliation Week activities, and cultural festivals that involve Indigenous storytelling, dance, art, and music.
• Local Indigenous groups or organisations may work to promote awareness and education about Indigenous heritage in the wider community.

3. Land and Environment

• There is strong respect for the natural environment and an understanding of its cultural significance.
• Cultural sites, walking trails, or landmarks may be recognised and protected in and around Lennox Head.

4. Community Organisations

• Aboriginal community organisations or support services may operate in the region, offering cultural programs, youth engagement, health, and educational support for Indigenous people and families.

5. Schools and Education

• Local schools, including Lennox Head Public School, often engage with Indigenous community members to incorporate local Indigenous knowledge and

  culture into their teaching programs.