Introducing the Early Learning Framework
Early years spaces are inclusive.
Classrooms, and early care and learning settings are welcoming, inclusive, and enriching places. In these places, every child and family can feel that they belong. In classrooms, and early care and learning settings, every child
How can you create an inclusive space? In what ways can you create physical spaces, routines, and approaches that let each child participate, think, and discover in their own way?
Find out about any additional supports and services available to you. Remember that it is important to work with families and colleagues when you need support.
Reflect on your personal history and your image of children and childhood. How are you able to support inclusivity and enrichment in your physical space?
See page 19 in the Early Learning Framework.
Inclusive learning and care is based on the principle that children children of all abilities, including children with diverse abilities and needs, have access to quality learning and child care. That they are supported in play and learning along with other children in an early learning setting or classroom.