Having respect for diversity and cultural competence are keys aspects of the National Quality standards and the Early Years Learning Framework. Therefore, it is a requirement for educators to respect, understand and include all children’s cultures within the learning environment. As educators it is important to support children to explore their individuality, culture and identity, while also understanding the cultural diversity that is present in their service and in the wider community.
Children must have a sense of belonging within their learning environment so that they may feel secure, comfortable and a valuable member of a group. Therefore, when educators have respect, include and understand the culture of each child, they will then have
Children must have a sense of belonging within their learning environment so that they may feel secure, comfortable and a valuable member of a group. Therefore, when educators have respect, include and understand the culture of each child, they will then have