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Developing a whole-school approach to inclusion

Understand what inclusion means in practice and how to remove barriers to learning, wellbeing and achievement.

Guidance
10/09/2026
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Inclusion has become an increasingly prominent feature of education policy and school improvement. At the same time, there can be a lack of clarity about what is meant by inclusion.

This guide supports governors and trustees to understand what a whole-school approach to inclusion means in practice by providing overarching principles and example questions that can be applied across different areas of the board’s work.

It covers:

  • what we mean by inclusion
  • understanding your pupils
  • evaluating the school environment
  • ensuring responsiveness

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