Inclusion of children with special needs into programs with typically developing children is an individual matter. The least restrictive environment is not the same for each child. The adaptations to the environment and support needed by providers and teachers vary with the individual and the disability.
Then, consider the following:
Suppose that you have been asked to enroll a two-year-old with cerebral palsy in your childcare program. The two-year-old male cannot walk but is receiving physical therapy. He is not potty trained. His cognitive and communication skills are at or above average for his age. There are delays in adaptive skills and some slight delays in fine motor and social/emotional skills.
Post #1:
Answer the following questions:
Describe the benefits you expect for this child, other children, your program, his family, and the community.
What challenges might you expect?
Do you think you could provide an "inclusive" environment for this child?