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on 22 Jul 2014
What kind of programs and systems are in place at the International Schools for expat workers who have school aged dependants with special ed needs?
Anonymous (not verified) on 18 Aug 2014 - 13:58
Hi Andrea - we wrote an article on this recently. To give you an idea: UAE Federal Law 29 (2006) guarantees a person with special needs ‘access to equal opportunities of education within all educational institutions’. In reality, though, most private schools have a selective entrance process which excludes children they think would struggle with the curriculum. However, some UAE schools are being praised for their inclusive approach. In Dubai, the Taaleem Schools – which include Greenfield Community College and Dubai British School – are commended, particularly for their early years programs. - See more at: http://www.souqalmal.com/blog/country/uae/special-needs-education-finding-a-school-in-the-uae/#sthash.sh4b7BKT.dpuf