Silkysteps early years forum - planning ideas for play

Hi, the definition for inclusive practice given on page 410 of this level 3 handbook is 'The process of ensuring the equality of learning opportunities for all children and young people'

Page 172 (search inside the amazon book preview for the words 'adult supervision needed') helps you examine this by suggesting questions you can ask of yourself and by observing the setting eg.

are children safe?
how much adult supervision is needed
are resources age and stage appropriate
are resources and activities of interest to the children
is there enough space
is there sufficient quantity
is there a balance of resources
how cost effective are the resources

Page 30 explores how taking exercise is essential so consider how your setting uses it's outdoor and indoor space for whole body activity for the youngest to eldest and for all abilities eg. yoga, dance, climbing, running, digging

How will you make your setting more inclusive?

The environment: could you watch how inside and outside space is being used? Check if children can all reach the different resources?

Things you do with children: share information about different interests, celebrations, recognise and challenge discrimination?

Resources and equipment: variety of books for a specific age group? dressing up clothes that all children can access?

Planning and care: make sure plans include all children eg. menus, toileting, tooth care?

Interaction between people: listen carefully to what others say so you can hear and understand what's being said?

Your approach to life: (page 353) respect other cultures because you see the value in a diverse world? take time to learn about disability, illness and impairment and share new information in positive ways?

The Equality Act 2010

Hope this has helped a little, best wishes