Inclusive education

Abstract

The education of children with special needs has for the past years been an on-going discussion. It has also been a bone of contention between those who maintain that these children should be sent to special schools and others who advise that these children should receive their education in a mainstream setting. Both parties forward valid arguments to substantiate their theories but although, as it is usual in cases like this, that no one method rules out the other, the case for inclusion is stronger and more acceptable. What are special needs? Who decides whether these needs are special? To what degree should support be given? Who is responsible, the Health Department or the Education Division? These are questions which crop up but they will be discussed in a separate article.