How can we make sure that schools respond to every child?

Teachers and school systems need to ensure that all students are able to achieve their potential regardless of any existing personal or social disadvantages. This chapter focuses on issues of balancing equity and inclusiveness in education systems to optimise learning for all students. First, the chapter explores the ways school systems can respond to students with special needs and includes strategies that teachers can adopt to make learning more meaningful for all. Second, the chapter makes a case for ensuring equity in education and presents methods and practices that help achieve integration of disadvantaged students in classrooms and schools.