The Foundations of Inclusive Education

Inclusive systems value the unique contributions students of all backgrounds bring to the classroom. They allow diverse groups to grow side by side, to the benefit of all. But while the vision is clear, meaningful progress takes time and commitment at every level.

• At the school level: Teachers must be trained, buildings adapted and accessible learning materials provided.
• At the community level: Biases must be addressed and awareness raised on the benefits of inclusion.
• At the national level: In Poland and across the EU, national legislation should align with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and EU principles, including the European Pilar of Social Rights. This includes:
  1. a. Ensuring funding reaches where it is needed most;
  2. b. Investing in teacher preparation and ongoing support;

Collecting and using data to track whether policies are truly reaching the most marginalised students.