SWAY - Sounds, Words, Aboriginal Language and Yarning

SWAY is an oral language and early literacy program based on Aboriginal Language and stories within the early learning environment. It has been developed by teachers, Aboriginal education officers and speech pathologists at the Royal Far West School in Manly, NSW.

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Aunty Lois sharing her Yarns at Royal Far West School

Lightning Ridge SWAY Training

Pinch Pots Learning Experience

Central Coast SWAY training

buuja buuja (Wiradjuri for butterfly): Aunty Caroline sharing Language and signs

SWAY training on the Central Coast

Our community learning experience

Aunty Lois with pre-school educator Suzie

The SWAY – Sounds, Words, Aboriginal Language and Yarning program has been one of the most transformative professional experiences of my career. Its strength lies not only in the deep knowledge shared, but in the way that knowledge is held, through Elders, through yarning, through connection, and through a genuine sense of cultural safety.

This program gives educators the confidence, cultural understanding, and practical tools to weave Aboriginal ways of knowing, being, and doing into the preschool environment with authenticity and respect. Learning in such a connected, safe space strengthens us not only as educators, but as people. It empowers us to support our children to grow with pride, curiosity, and a sense of belonging , to be the very best they can be.

Suzie (educator)

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For more information take a look at our SWAY website

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