Some parents have claimed their children, as young as three, are being forced to participate in daily Acknowledgement to Country ceremonies at daycare, sparking outrage.
Possums' Corner Child Care Centre at Lane Cove on Sydney's lower north shore is among many daycare facilities that commemorate the cultural ritual, which has divided Australians.
Parents were shocked to learn about the 'not age-appropriate' activity mentioned in a weekly recap sent out by Possums' Corner, which charges up to $165 [about $109 in real money, if that matters —Ed] per child per day.
As part of the daily routine to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land, children gather in a 'yarning circle to share stories, play music and dance around a pretend campfire.'
'These experiences help the children connect with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures in a meaningful and respectful way,' the weekly recap stated.
'We remain committed to fostering an environment that recognises and respects Indigenous peoples' past, present and emerging, as the continual custodians of this land.' ….
Of course, Australia being the land of sheep and sheeple, the parents aren’t totally opposed to this bullshit:
The parent clarified that the ceremony does have a place in society, but believed they were 'overused' at the otherwise 'wonderful' childcare centre.
Fordham agreed and described the growing use of the ceremonies as 'virtue signalling'.
'I just don't know how we went from doing these things at the start of significant events to every time the kids go to daycare,' he told listeners.
'There's a time and a place for everything, but not every damn day!'
Possums Corner Childcare Centre confirmed that educators led an Acknowledgement of Country as part of planned activities to mark NAIDOC week recently.
'These activities are in line with the Early Years Learning Framework – the national curriculum set by Australian governments to ensure quality and consistency in the delivery of early childhood education in all early childhood settings,' a statement to Daily Mail Australia read.
'In line with the EYLF, educators at Possums Corner Childcare Centre plan engaging and educational activities to mark a range of different cultural events and holidays throughout the year.
'The rights and autonomy of children are respected at all times and Possums Corner Childcare Centre welcomes input and engagement from all families who are part of our community.'
The centre also acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on its website.
The debate sparked a divided response on social media.
'That's not teaching kids that this is their country too and to be proud to be Australian, it's teaching division,' one woman commented.
Another added: 'They were born less than five years ago, they don't need to endure this. They were born here. Ridiculous.'
…. But others pointed out that Acknowledgement to Country ceremonies are conducted at many childcare centres in line with the Early Years Learning Framework set by governments at both state and federal levels.
'I think you will find this is daily practice in all daycare centres around the country it is part of the curriculum and a national requirement,' a childcare worker commented.
school board equity statement https://redstate.com/mike_miller/2025/07/21/watch-wisconsin-school-board-members-open-meeting-by-taking-turns-reading-cringe-worthy-equity-statement-n2191909
Meanwhile, back in the USA …
Mike Miller, RedState:
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