Identify barriers to inclusion
Suggestion for implementing the strategy ‘Understanding what inclusive education means’
On this page:
On this page:
Current page section: Identify barriers to inclusion
Go to top of current page: Identify barriers to inclusion
Go to top of current page: Identify barriers to inclusion
Go to top of current page: Identify barriers to inclusion
Investigate student experiences of discrimination
Investigate student experiences of discrimination
Students can feel disempowered and sidelined by schools when diversity is perceived negatively.
![8763 [Students-experiences-of-non-inclusive-schools.png]](https://inclusive-live-storagestack-assetstorages3bucket-3uty0hejzw6u.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/public/inclusive-education/example-images/Students-experiences-of-non-inclusive-schools__ScaleMaxWidthWzEwODZd.png)
Ask parents about barriers
Ask parents about barriers
Parents describe some of their experiences in non-inclusive schools, where their children have been denied equitable access to learning in safe and supportive environments.
![8764 [Parents-experiences-of-non-inclusive-schools.png]](https://inclusive-live-storagestack-assetstorages3bucket-3uty0hejzw6u.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/public/inclusive-education/example-images/Parents-experiences-of-non-inclusive-schools__ScaleMaxWidthWzEwODZd.png)
Consider created by design decisions
Consider created by design decisions
Stairs will always include some people. A ramp can be used by everyone.
Consider how to build universal solutions and approaches into your school’s culture, systems, policies, and practices at every level.
![7467 [Clearing-a-path-Giangreco-cartoon.jpg]](https://inclusive-live-storagestack-assetstorages3bucket-3uty0hejzw6u.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/public/inclusive-education/example-images/Clearing-a-path-Giangreco-cartoon__ScaleMaxWidthWzEwODZd.jpg)
Develop an inclusive philosophy
Develop an inclusive philosophy
John Robinson, HoD Learning Support, explains the philosophy that underpins inclusive practice at Onslow College.
Useful resources
Useful resources
Leadership in the development of inclusive school communities
An overview of the research of Dr Jude McArthur and others into the experiences of young people with additional learning needs in schools. Key themes are connected to what school leaders can do to develop their schools as inclusive communities.
Publisher: New Zealand Educational Administration & Leadership Society
Creating culturally safe schools for Māori students
Read time: 52 min
This article presents findings about ways to create culturally safe classrooms. It focuses on ways teachers and schools can create inclusive environments for Māori students.
Publisher: Australian Journal of Indigenous Education
Download PDF (1.7 MB)
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) at a glance
An introductory video to the research-based approach called Universal Design for Learning (UDL). A useful starting point to support the selection of digital tools and resources to meet the diverse needs of students.
Publisher: CAST
Next steps
More suggestions for implementing the strategy “Understand inclusive education”:
-
Current page Identify barriers to inclusion
Return to the guide “The role of school boards”
![11502 [Board-of-Trustees.jpg]](https://inclusive-live-storagestack-assetstorages3bucket-3uty0hejzw6u.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/public/inclusive-education/guides/featured-images/Board-of-Trustees__FillWzIwOCwyMDhd.jpg)
How to use this site
Guide to Index of the guide: The role of school boards
Strategies for action:
-
Understand inclusive educationShow suggestions for Understand inclusive education
- Identify what makes an inclusive school
- Identify barriers to inclusion
- Articulate your commitment to inclusive practice
-
Meet legal responsibilities and obligationsShow suggestions for Meet legal responsibilities and obligations
-
Review planning, monitoring, and reporting obligationsShow suggestions for Review planning, monitoring, and reporting obligations
