The standard view of this forum does not always work well with assistive technology. We also provide a simpler view, which still contains all features. Switch to simple view.
Your user profile image

Bophelo Brunette Abrams Post 1

• 9 April 2026, 4:00 PM

Education Policy

In South Africa, the Department of Basic Education (DBE) prioritises expanding Early Childhood Development (ECD), improving foundation phase literacy and numeracy, and modernising the system through the BELA Act.To ensure inclusivity, the government implements the SIAS Policy (Screening, Identification, Assessment, and Support) to identify learner barriers early. It also converts ordinary schools into "full-service" schools and special schools into "resource centres" to provide expert support
 
Inclusive Education in Action 
Impact and Future Actions:
While attendance for learners with disabilities has reached nearly 90%, implementation remains "patchy". Many schools still face overcrowding and a lack of assistive devices or ramps. To improve, the government
  • Mandate deeper teacher training in Universal Design for Learning to move beyond theory to practical classroom differentiation.
  • Ring-fence funding specifically for inclusive infrastructure in township schools like yours.
  • Strengthen District-Based Support Teams to provide consistent speech and occupational therapy