Inclusion
What is Inclusion?
Inclusion supports the right that all children, regardless of their diverse abilities, can participate fully in a child care program or learning environment. This includes increased community awareness for equal access to early learning opportunities for all children, including those with disabilities and special health care needs.
What are the benefits of Inclusion?
- Children with special needs have opportunities to learn skills by observing and imitating their peers.
- Children learn empathy, compassion and cooperation.
- All families have the opportunity to teach their children about individual differences and diversity.
- Communities become more accepting and supportive of all people.
Here's how we help
Our Inclusion Specialists provide assistance and consultation to child care centers and family child care homes regarding health, development, disability, and special needs issues. Our specialists share techniques and strategies to help children obtain the maximum benefits from their early learning experience. Inclusion services connect parents and early learning providers to additional resources for children with special needs. Lastly, ongoing training on inclusion opportunities is available for all Orange County child care and early learning educators.