Children Benefit from Preschool Inclusion

Children with disabilities benefit from inclusive classrooms because...

• Being with typically developing peers can improve social and emotional behaviors.
• Inclusive classrooms have routines, activities, and opportunities that challenge academic performance.
• The higher expectations lead children to achieve more, gain confidence, and develop independence.
• Positive social benefits continue to be seen in K–12 general education classrooms.
• Inclusion has long and meaningful impacts.

Typically developing children who are exposed to inclusion at an early age...

• Are likely to be accepting of children with disabilities.
• Develop positive attitudes towards their diverse peers.