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Candice Nixon-Beckles Post 1

18 April 2021, 8:56 PM

What Makes An Inclusive School

1) One important feature of an inclusive school is the overall attitude of administrators and teachers. Administrators must create a culture of inclusivity and support teachers in doing same. Teachers must believe that all students can learn and be dedicated to delivering high quality education to all learners. They must be accountable for results. All students must be treated with equity. By so doing, through the hidden curriculum, they will encourage other students to be loving, kind and tolerant to those with disabilities and special needs. 

2) Resource room and personnel are invaluable tools in inclusive education. Hands on resources which cater to the learning style of students and their specific disability can be used in the classroom to aid in effective delivery. Resource personnel will also greatly improve the teaching-learning process.

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Tanisha Francis-Garcia Post 2 in reply to 1

18 April 2021, 11:18 PM

I agree. The first and most important feature is the teacher's attitude, commitment and willingness to accept children with different needs. The second feature is providing the necessary support systems to meet these needs of the children. All children must be able to access education in a safe and welcoming environment.

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Shelley Pariag-Phillip Post 3 in reply to 1

19 April 2021, 1:24 AM

I agree with Candice, one important factor as it relates to "inclusiveness" is the attitude of teachers and administrators. If within the educational institution there is the philosophical belief that every child has the right to an education, in spite of any disability then, everyone will work toward providing quality education to ''all" children in their care.

Another critical factor is financial and physical resources.  From my perspective a lack of financial and physical resources are reasons for ineffective implementation of an inclusion program. Because, although government ECCE centres make every effort to include all children, the support systems are not sufficient. For example there is a shortage of staff from Student Support Services because of under funding, so if an aide is needed for a differently abled child it is very challenging. However, I must say that the administrator at our centre stops at nothing to ensure that any child with special needs is accommodated. 

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Tanisha Best Post 4 in reply to 3

19 April 2021, 2:38 AM Edited by the author on 19 April 2021, 2:39 AM

Shelley I agree with you.. A lot of it has to do with the attitude …. the philosophical belief  that every child has the right to an education in spite of any disability however not everyone is trained or can handle providing the quality of education that everyone needs, everyone will work toward providing quality education to ''all" children in their care.


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Glory Amarali Post 6 in reply to 3

19 April 2021, 9:38 PM

What makes an Inclusive School

I agree with Shelley,  in order for effective and meaningful inclusion to be in action money must be allocated for purchasing materials and resources. In addition, support staff must be hired and be able to provide support services to an appropriate student population( teacher to student ratio). Quality of service is important in relation to intervention. 

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Samson Kisirkoi Post 5 in reply to 1

19 April 2021, 8:18 PM

An inclusive school is where there is a collaboration between all stakeholders in ensuring there is a conducive learning environment for all children. There is a positive attitude  for inclusion, among the staff in the school, The school management allocates resources to cater for children with disabilities. Accessibility to all facilities is assured and other. The teachers are well trained to meet the various challenges of inclusion.  

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Vaughn Brizan Post 7 in reply to 1

19 April 2021, 10:17 PM
I strongly agree with your first point because in order to target each child needs the teachers and the administrators must be equipped with the necessary knowledge and set atmosphere for learning. I particularly admire your statement where you indicated that administrators should support teachers. 
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Jamila Lewis Post 8 in reply to 1

20 April 2021, 6:19 PM

I do agree that the attitude of the teachers and administrators is important to foster a positive learning and environment for students. Resources availability will assist to cater to the needs of all students within the school making learning easier and more comfortable.