We pay deep respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people – to their Elders past, present and emerging, and to all cultural ambassadors. In particular, we acknowledge the Kaurna people on whose traditional lands Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Íø was founded, the Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri people as custodians of the land where Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Íø’s presence extends to the Finniss River at Old Watulunga, and the many other groups around the country with whom we also enjoy close and respectful ties.
We strive to build our knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and work together to achieve a future for Australia characterised by unity and respect with justice and equality for all.
The Indigenous Education at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Íø (IE@P) program, established in 2009, supports our Indigenous students and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, within and beyond the learning curriculum. Old scholar and Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Íø Foundation Patron Mrs Margaret Bennett provided the seed capital to underpin the program, having supported Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Íø’s exchange with the Marree community over many years.
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Íø’s Indigenous students come from a diverse array of cultural groups and regions such as the Torres Strait Islands, Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Darwin, Alice Springs, Halls Creek, Oodnadatta, Marree, Ardrossan and Ceduna. They have strong connections with their communities including the wider Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Íø community and within the IE@P group. Many old scholars maintain their connection with the School, acting as mentors for current students and contributing to our .
Our commitment to the education of young Indigenous students is supported by our partnership with The Smith Family. We are proud to be a registered provider of the Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (IYLP). The IYLP enables Indigenous students to attend high performing secondary schools and universities and offers leadership opportunities.
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Íø offers Indigenous students firm foundations, allowing them to follow their chosen pathways with confidence and to flourish as adults and leaders. Our commitment to reconciliation is strong and is led by our .
Our long-standing support of Indigenous students is encapsulated by the Yunupingu Cup, in which our premier Netball and Football teams feature during our Indigenous Sports Round. Initiated by old scholar Michael Yunupingu (2015), the Yunupingu Cup represents identity, strength and unity.
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Íø's Yunupingu Cup, Indigenous Sports Round