Importance of Including Aboriginal Decor in Your Classroom

As educators, creating a learning environment that reflects diversity and inclusivity is essential to fostering understanding and respect among students.

Including First Nations decor in your classroom is a meaningful way to create a bright, beautiful and connected classroom promoting reconciliation and respect for First Nations communities and people, but most importantly it creates a space where we, as First Nations people have our culture reflected, where we feel culturally safe and welcome.

Why is Aboriginal Decor Important in the Classroom?

1. Acknowledging Australia’s First Peoples: Incorporating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander designs, symbols, and artwork acknowledges the rich history and culture of Australia’s First Peoples. It’s a visual reminder to students that they are on Aboriginal land and that their learning is connected to a broader cultural context.
2. Promoting Cultural Awareness: Decor that reflects Aboriginal perspectives helps students develop an appreciation for the diversity of cultures within Australia. This awareness fosters empathy, respect, and a sense of belonging for students from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.
3. Enhancing Learning Opportunities: Using culturally significant symbols, colours, and designs can spark curiosity and lead to valuable teaching moments about Aboriginal histories, cultures, and connection to Country.
4. Supporting the Curriculum: Including Aboriginal themes in your classroom aligns with the Australian Curriculum’s cross-curriculum priority to embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives in learning.

Ideas for Including Aboriginal Decor in Your Classroom

• Wall Displays: Use posters and artwork featuring Aboriginal symbols, Dreaming stories, and Country maps.
• Learning Corners: Create a cultural exploration area with First Nations artefacts, books, and resources.
• Positive Mindset Posters: Display inspiring messages with Aboriginal designs to encourage inclusivity and resilience.
• Curriculum Integration: Use our digital decor as visual aids in lessons on First Nations history, culture, and environmental stewardship.

Affirmation Station – Country in Colour Ngurra

At Songlines Art, Culture, Education, we know the importance of and advocate for creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment. That’s why we offer a range of digital Aboriginal classroom decor and resources designed to:

• Celebrate First Nations Culture: Our vibrant designs feature authentic Aboriginal artwork and symbols that reflect the beauty and significance of Aboriginal heritage. Each year we work with a First Nations artist to bring you a stunning artwork that is transformed into connected classroom decor.
• Educate and Inspire: Each resource is created with an educational focus, helping you weave First Nations perspectives into your teaching in meaningful ways.
• Save Time for Teachers: Our digital resources are easy to download, edit and print, making it simple to transform your classroom into an inspiring space.

Explore our range of Aboriginal Classroom Decor available in a range of stunning different Artwork Collections.

2025 – Kalkatungu Country Collection

Featuring Cungelella Art‘s Kalkatungu Country artwork, This piece represents Kalkatungu Country, the spinifex crowns represent walking on and being connected to Country, the blues and brown to represent the different seasons we have here, the waterholes that have had their fill sustaining life. A journey line through the middle represents the journey for every young person is a story to be shared.

Kalkatungu Country Acknowledgement of Country

Kalkatungu Country – Educator Decor Bundle

Kalkatungu Country – Border Trim

2024 – Children Growing Strong Collection

Featuring artwork by Leah Cummins, a proud Mayi woman, this is a heartfelt piece, inspired by the journey of children in education. This art piece is dedicated to the education journey of children, depicting their path towards a bright future. The artwork pays homage to the land and environment that provide tranquillity for reflection. The community plays a vital role in guiding our children to grow and become strong, similar to how seeds flourish into healthy plant ecosystems. With love and harmony, this piece is shared to inspire all.

Children Growing Strong Classroom Decor Bundle

Children Growing Strong – Affirmation Posters

Children Growing Strong – Teacher Stickers