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The Equity, Inclusion and High Expectations principle describes the importance of educators being aware that regardless of any circumstances and abilities, all children deserve and must be believed in their potential to flourish (Australian Government Department of Education [AGDE], 2022). This principle emphasises the uniqueness of each child’s experience, learning and development (Saffigna et al, 2022). It also highlights, that educators must make ‘reasonable adjustments’ to ensure meaningful participation of all children (AGDE, 2022, p. 17.) Working in partnerships, educators talk with families about their hopes for their children and advocate for high expectations, regardless of background or ability. This is done by discussing the child’s strengths, co-creating challenging yet achievable goals and encouraging parents to acknowledge their child’s effort. This is essential as research shows high-expectations from children’s families is linked to self-esteem, sense of agency and motivation towards learning (Benner & Mistry, 2007). Parental (and carer) expectations supported by words and actions can act as a protective factor that enable children to succeed (Morales, 2010). Additionally, a learning environment that responds to children’s unique abilities, culture, strengths and learning styles is provided. An ‘intelligent environment’ that includes a range of play spaces allows children to display their preferred way of thinking and learning (Gardner, 1983). For example, the dramatic corner facilitates interpersonal and linguistic learning, while the block area suits children who learn through their spatial intelligence. Learning experiences also vary in difficulty, ensuring that every child is challenged and can experience success. Furthermore, reasonable adjustments are made to ensure all children have equitable access and can participate fully in the program (NSW Department of Education, 2023). These adjustments include arranging furniture in the room to enable wheelchair access, educators wearing FM microphones to enable a child with a hearing impairment to hear in a noisy environment and allowing children with a visual impairment to take a guided tour of the outdoor environment prior to whole-group outdoor play.