• Coolamon Bush Tucker classroom carpet with children — Aboriginal art rug by Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton, PRE ORDER arriving June 2026
  • Coolamon Bush Tucker classroom carpet full design view — premium soft pile Indigenous art rug celebrating coolamon and bush tucker traditions
  • Coolamon Bush Tucker rug close-up detail showing Aboriginal art design by Shareen Clayton — celebrating bush tucker and connection to Country
  • Coolamon Bush Tucker carpet in classroom setting — children gathered on Indigenous art rug celebrating Aboriginal cultural traditions
  • Coolamon Bush Tucker classroom carpet — Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton's Aboriginal art design, durable soft pile rug for Australian classrooms
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Coolamon Classroom Carpet - PRE ORDER - Arrives early June

  • 17 bush tucker foods spark science and Country conversations.
  • Inspired by the traditional Aboriginal coolamon — genuine cultural meaning.
  • Thick nylon cut pile, cushioned for group story-time.
  • Non-slip rubber backing keeps the carpet safely grounded.
  • Overlocked edges and heavy-duty build for daily classroom life.
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Coolamon Bush Tucker classroom carpet with children — Aboriginal art rug by Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton, PRE ORDER arriving June 2026
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Description

Coolamon Bush Tucker Classroom Carpet — PRE ORDER

Imagine a classroom resource that teaches before you even open your mouth. The Coolamon Bush Tucker Classroom Carpet does exactly that — a stunning fusion of Aboriginal art, cultural storytelling and classroom functionality designed by proud Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton.

The coolamon is a traditional wooden dish used by Aboriginal women for carrying food, water, babies and sacred objects — a symbol of nurturing, sustenance and connection to Country. This beautiful rug brings that cultural significance into your classroom as a meaningful gathering space for every child.

Arrival date: Early June 2026. Pre-order now to secure your rug.

Features

  • Original artwork by Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton
  • Bush tucker design celebrating Aboriginal food traditions and connection to Country
  • Premium soft pile — comfortable for sitting, reading and group learning
  • Durable classroom-grade construction with non-slip backing
  • Designed for Australian early childhood and primary classrooms

EYLF outcomes supported

  • Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
  • Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
  • Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators

Frequently asked questions

When will this arrive? Early June 2026 — pre-order now to secure yours.

Who is the artist? Shareen Clayton is a proud Wiradjuri artist whose work celebrates culture, community and the stories of Country.

What is a Coolamon? A coolamon is a traditional Aboriginal wooden dish used for carrying food, water, babies and sacred objects — a powerful symbol of nurturing and connection to Country.

Is this rug suitable for early childhood? Yes — soft, durable and designed for Australian classrooms.
Specifications

• Size: 3m x 2m
• Shape: Coolamon-inspired irregular oval
• Weight: 9kg (approx.)
Features

A 3m x 2m coolamon-shaped classroom carpet featuring 17 types of bush tucker, designed by Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton. Deep plush nylon pile, non-slip TPR backing, and heavy-duty overlocked edges — an EYLF and NQF aligned resource that connects children to Country every day.
Recommended Age

All
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EYLF Learning Outcomes

Belonging, Being & Becoming — V2.0, 2022

Outcome 1 Strong Sense of Identity
Outcome 2 Connected with Their World
Outcome 5 Effective Communicators
Supports NQS Quality Areas 1, 2 & 6
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  • Coolamon Bush Tucker classroom carpet with children — Aboriginal art rug by Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton, PRE ORDER arriving June 2026
  • Coolamon Bush Tucker classroom carpet full design view — premium soft pile Indigenous art rug celebrating coolamon and bush tucker traditions
  • Coolamon Bush Tucker rug close-up detail showing Aboriginal art design by Shareen Clayton — celebrating bush tucker and connection to Country
  • Coolamon Bush Tucker carpet in classroom setting — children gathered on Indigenous art rug celebrating Aboriginal cultural traditions
  • Coolamon Bush Tucker classroom carpet — Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton's Aboriginal art design, durable soft pile rug for Australian classrooms
  • Coolamon Classroom Carpet (PRE ORDER) — alternative view of Coolamon bush tucker carpet
  • Coolamon Classroom Carpet (PRE ORDER) — additional view of bush tucker carpet
  • Coolamon Classroom Carpet (PRE ORDER) — second alternative view
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Designed for early learners

Carry Stories. Grow Knowledge. Connect to Country.

The coolamon has carried food, water, and babies across Country for over 60,000 years. Now it carries your curriculum. Seventeen bush tucker plants, one breathtaking carpet, and a thousand conversations waiting to happen. Lay it down, gather your children, and let Shareen Clayton's artwork do what great teaching always does — open up the world.

Designed for Little Learners. Built to Last.

The Coolamon Carpet is precision-cut into its distinctive irregular oval shape and finished with heavy-duty overlocked edges for lasting durability. A deep plush nylon cut pile sits over a non-slip TPR backing, delivering the comfort, safety, and hardwearing quality that busy early childhood environments demand every single day.

100%

Australian owned

Artist

Indigenous artists collaborations

15,000+

Early learning centres supplied

EYLF

Aligned across all products

About the Artist

About the Artist
Shareen Clayton is a proud Wiradjuri woman. She was born
and raised in Sydney, NSW and is now a very proud mother of four.

Shareen has mastered her skills in art for over 20 years having been
inspired by both of her artistic parents.

Shareen is highly regarded in her local communities as a family cultural
officer and teachers aid working in primary and high schools.

Shareen is very passionate about sharing her Indigenous culture, art
and teachings to kids all over the country in her range of vibrant educational resources created in collaboration with Education National.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Answers for Busy Educators
Most orders ship within approximately 2–5 business days, so you can get your learning space set up quickly.
All our classroom furniture is proudly made in Sydney, Australia, ensuring consistent quality, ethical production, and designs tailored specifically for Australian early learning environments.
Not at all — each piece comes with clear instructions and all required screws. Most products take only 5–10 minutes to assemble with basic tools.
Our furniture is made from heavy-duty birch plywood with a waterproof, scratch-resistant finish, designed to handle the daily demands of busy classrooms.
Yes — we use natural, low-toxicity materials that prioritise safety while still being extremely durable and long-lasting.

Acknowledgement of Country

"In the spirit of reconciliation, Education National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today"