Inclusion policies

What to include

• A statement outlining the school’s view on inclusion and how this is actually implemented within the school
• The measures your school takes to make sure everybody is included, making reference to specific groups of pupils that might be excluded from school life. For example, those excluded because of their gender, ability or special educational needs or disability, as well as disadvantaged children and those in care
• Details of any people responsible for ensuring inclusion, including the full range of staff such as teaching assistants, teachers, senior leaders and any linked governors
• A procedure to follow if anybody has a concern
• Reference to relevant guidance including the DfE's SEND Code of Practice and any local authority documents (where relevant)

This is advice we received from Sally Cope, a former SENCO and inclusion co-ordinator.

Examples from schools 

Primary schools

• Christ Church Church of England Primary School in Camden 
• Orleans Primary School in Richmond upon Thames

John Spence