Catholic Schools New South Wales recognises Aboriginal people as the original inhabitants of Australia, and embraces the rich culture, diversity, languages and customs that exist both within and across Australia’s many Aboriginal Nations.
Catholic Schools New South Wales is committed to supporting the learning and life outcomes of each Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student. Our Reconciliation Action Plan 2019 – 2021 and Aboriginal Education Strategy 2019- 2023 outline our commitment and actions in supporting all teachers, schools and communities to build culturally inclusive school environments for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Together, they also demonstrate our commitment to the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Strategy 2015 vision that: