Developing an IB-aligned Inclusion policy

The IB mandate five policies in authorised schools. Inclusion is one, and is so vital in nurturing a culture of support in the school. With individual needs being far-ranging, complex and changing every day, getting it right is really tough and can often keep IB school leaders awake at night. The creation, development and implementation of policy is crucial at stewarding this rapidly changing culture. But it can be difficult for school heads and coordinators to know where to start or how to ensure the right elements are covered.

Developing IB Policy Handbook - Inclusion.pdf

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Download this free handbook to help you form your policy review team, uncover the true inclusion practices in your school, draft, complete and deliver an established policy document. With checklists divided into the minimum expectations by IB and the developed practices that should form conversation starters for enhanced practice, this guide is one of five free handbooks that can help you organise your ongoing policy review cycles. Written by an experienced IB school head, workshop leader and evaluator, it breaks down the disparate sources of information and presents them with an appreciation for the practicality of life in a busy school.

Download the free handbook to help you develop or create your school's Inclusion policy.

Inclusion policies and practices in many schools - not just IB schools - can be lacking in crucial understandings: inclusion is not about lowering expectations for children, but about removing or reducing barriers so that they have an equal opportunity to access the same expectations as everyone else. Similarly, inclusion is not the preserve of a special department or teacher - whilst some schools can afford to provide learning support or SEND specialists, this does not remove the responsibility of every adult around the child to make themselves aware of the barriers faced, and the most helpful mitigations to these barriers. When evaluating IB schools, I often see fundamental expectations missed: I hope this handbook clearly and efficiently prompts you to address these fundamentals; systemising your policy review process, making the most use of leaders' time, whilst not compromising on quality or IB requirements.