EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS AND INTEGRATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN ON INCLUSIVE EDUCATION ENVIRONMENTS

Early childhood education (ECE) programs comprise any kind of educational program that  helps  children  in  the  preschool  years  and  is  intended  to  improve  later  school performance.  In  the  second  half  of  the  twentieth  century,  the  early  education  system grew  significantly  permitting  children  to  have  access  to  some  form  of  early  childhood education. Inclusion is a way of thinking and acting that allows every individual to feel accepted,  valued,  and  safe.  An  inclusive  community  consciously  evolves  to  meet  the changing   needs   of   its   members.   Through   recognition   and   support,   an   inclusive community provides meaningful involvement and equal access to all its citizens. School transition services are important for all children but pose potential challenges for many young children with special needs. By connecting and integrating quality and inclusive education  into  transition  programs,  all  children  entering  the  school  environment  can have a positive experience.

This research investigates the importance of early childhood education  within  inclusive  education  and  highlights  four  collaborating  constituents; relationships, wellbeing, participation and an active scholarship setting. 

To increase knowledge of inclusive education in ECEC.