Inclusion and Anti-bias Policy
This policy reflects our collective commitment to provide a welcoming, caring and stimulating environment where all children, families and staff feel a sense of belonging and connectedness and where all children are supported to thrive.
All individuals have the right to be treated with fairness and equity, have the same opportunities for participation and decision-making, and to be accepted as valued members of the community. Early Education and Care Services are microcosms of our society and thus, Styles Street strives to be an example of this.
Any biases based on gender, race, ability, language, social class or cultural beliefs or practices can have serious negative impacts on the healthy development of each and every child. This underpins our practice of celebrating diversity in all its forms and actively identifying and challenging biases. We strive to create a community where everyone can be themselves and we can make a positive difference in the world.
We recognise the diversity of the Australian population and will help to foster an awareness and understanding of this in all children, through the thoughtful integration of diversity and anti-bias approaches in the curriculum and in our practices with children and families.
Children who experience relationships that are built on respect, fairness, acceptance, co-operation and empathy are given the opportunity to develop these qualities themselves. Quality interactions increase their knowledge and understanding of themselves and each other as unique individuals.
