Section 5Sec./Art. 5

Inclusion Policy for Learners with Disabilities in Public and Private Schools. -The policy of inclusion is hereby instituted in all early and basic education schools, both public and private. All schools, whether public or private, shall ensure equitable access to quality education to every learner with disability, such that no learner shall be denied admission on the basis of disability.

For this purpose, the implementing rules and regulations shall provide the minimum services and conditions that must be included in the admissions systems and policies of all school, including, but not limited to, the provision of assistive devices, facilities and infrastructure in the admission process, and other forms of reasonable accommodation.

All learners with disabilities, whether enrolled in public or private schools, shall be accorded services and reasonable accommodation based on the IEP and shall have the right to avail of the appropriate support and related services under Section 7 of this Act.