inclusive school
Also called: pendidikan inklusif
A school that accepts students with special needs to learn alongside other students.
What it means
An inclusive school is a school that accepts students with special needs alongside other students in regular classes. In Indonesia, inclusive education is directed so that children with special needs receive equal education services. Schools need to provide learning support and a friendly environment. Implementation depends on the readiness of teachers and school facilities.
Why it matters for families
For families with children with special needs, an inclusive school can be an important choice. However, not all schools have adequate support from companion teachers or facilities. Wrongly choosing a school can make it hard for the child to learn and cause additional costs to swell. Families need to ask about support services before enrolling.
Example
For example, a family looks for an inclusive elementary school that has a special companion teacher. The monthly fee may be similar to an ordinary private school, but there are additional therapy costs outside school. The family budget needs to cover both, for example Rp1 million per month for therapy.
Common misunderstanding
Inclusive schools are often assumed to accept only children without significant barriers. In fact, inclusive schools are specifically designed to accept and support students with special needs.