1. Does your setting make it clear that it is positive about children with special needs? Parents' handbooks should make it clear that all children are welcome, and photos on the walls and resources should include images of children with special needs.
2. Do you meet the requirements of the Special Needs Code of Practice? Representatives from early years partnerships and from professional organisations can advise you.
3. Do your staff members have opportunities to undertake further training on special needs?
4. Is your planning suitable for all children? Activities with 'right' or 'wrong' outcomes will lead to some children experiencing failure all the time.
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