Changes in inclusion are going in the right direction, but they have pitfalls, organizations respond

The approved amendment on funding and professionalization of teaching assistants in primary schools aims to eliminate ineffective inclusion practices, particularly the blanket allocation of assistants to students. While professional organizations view this as a positive step, concerns arise about a potential drastic reduction in assistants, especially in underpopulated schools. The new funding model will allocate resources based on class sizes and children's needs rather than individual recommendations. This change is expected to provide greater flexibility for school directors. However, experts warn that smaller schools may lose up to 80% of their assistants, despite having a higher proportion of students with special educational needs. The amendment also addresses the need for better management of educational assessments and aims to streamline the process for parents and schools.