Early childhood inclusion in the land of the long white cloud: a way forward for New Zealand

Zhang, K. C. and Li, Q. (2021) Early childhood inclusion in the land of the long white cloud: a way forward for New Zealand. Support for Learning, 36(4), pp. 594-607. (doi: 10.1111/1467-9604.12382)

Abstract

To examine the current status of early childhood inclusive education in New Zealand, this article highlights the country's overall structure of inclusive education and other services for individuals with special needs. The unique features of early childhood special education services are also highlighted. Challenges to enhance the quality of education and services for young children with special needs, as well as future possibilities in New Zealand, are also discussed.

• Item Type: Articles
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Zhang, Dr Kaili
• Authors: Zhang, K. C., and Li, Q.
• College/School: College of Social Sciences > School of Education
• Journal Name: Support for Learning
• Publisher: Wiley
• ISSN: 0268-2141
• ISSN (Online): 1467-9604
• Published Online: 24 October 2021
• Copyright Holders: Copyright © 2021 NASEN
• First Published: First published in Support for Learning 36(4):594-607
• Publisher Policy: Reproduced in accordance with the publisher copyright policy