The characteristics of an inclusive school are featured on the website of the Canadian Research Centre on Inclusive Education at Western University and include the following:

• Supportive Environment: Fostering a school’s culture and climate that promotes feelings of acceptance is key.

• Positive Relationships: Inspiring strategies that promote the social inclusion of all students is paramount.

• Feeling of Competence: Inspiring competence in students is prevalent in inclusive schools.

• Opportunities to Participate: Enabling opportunities for students to participate in activities develops a sense of belonging.

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