ABSTRACT
A school that is educationally inclusive is an effective school. An educationally inclusive school has the following features: An ethos of inclusion that is understood by staff, parents, governors, pupils and the local community, Achievements of all pupils are valued, recognised and celebrated, Improving teaching and learning for all pupils is a constant concern to senior managers, The well-being of all pupils matters; their attitudes, values and behaviour are constantly challenged and developed, Staff, pupils and parents treat each other with respect, Schools should offer an inclusive curriculum, in the broadest sense, that is appropriate for different groups of pupils. Each school should have appropriate systems in place to identify the needs of different groups of pupils and ensure that its provision meets these needs. Essentially therefore, the five principles developing a more inclusive curriculum require a commitment to: Respond to pupils' diverse learning needs, Overcome potential barriers to learning and assessment for individuals and groups of pupils.
