Focusing on inclusion: A Paper for Professional Reflection

Focusing on inclusion and the Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004: A Paper for Professional Reflection is the third in a series of publications intended to assist educational professionals to reflect critically and creatively on how best to meet the needs of Scotland’s young people in the twenty-first century.

PDF file: Focusing on inclusion and the Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004

The purpose of this publication is to assist teachers, education managers and other staff to reflect on ‘inclusion’ and what it means in practice in their classrooms and schools in the light of research, policy and recent legislation. 

The intention is that people will use this paper flexibly, identifying ideas and issues that matter to them and that it will be used participatively, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to be part of the decision-making process.

Local authorities or local groups of schools may wish to engage colleagues from different establishments in these discussions. There is also potential for joint discussions involving education staff and those from other services working with children and young people. Although the paper has not been designed for direct use by children and young people or by parents, it is envisaged that ways will be found of involving them in discussions.