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Page 174 of this EYE handbook explains the benefits of an inclusive environment.
It is important that all in the setting recognise the benefits of an inclusive environment. From the earliest age, children should learn to accept and celebrate diversity. This will help:- with the recognition of our own prejudices:an awareness of our own bias and prejudices will help us to ensure they do not result in discrimination or bias towards others.
- welcoming diversity and working with it: by presenting children with an environment which positively encourages diversity, we are helping children to develo a strong self-identity.
- Helping young children to develop a sense of belonging: the EYFS emphasises the importance of developing young children's own sense of identity and a positive sense of pride in their own family origins. By supporting diversity and inclusive practice in the setting, young children can develop a sense of belonging to the local community and begin to understand and respect less familiar cultures.
The following is from
page 60 of the free level 3 STL chapter:
The potential impact of prejudice and discrimination on children and young people
Prejudice and discrimination can only have negative eff ects on children and young people. As well as aff ecting academic progress of children, discrimination can negatively impact their overall health and well-being.When children or young people feel they are being discriminated against they may experience:
●loss of self-esteem
●disempowerment
●confusion
●anger
●lack of motivation
●depression
The importance of promotiing diversity, equality and inclusion involves being able to support children's sense of belonging, self-identity, self-esteem and confidence.
Explain the importance of applying equality, diversity and inclusion in relation to;
a. planning activities enables a setting to meet the needs of all the children. Activities that are interesting and invite children to take part enable them to discover new information, practice and master skills and when the planning reflects the diversity of the setting it will help children's sense of belonging, self-esteem-will help the child
b. selecting resources
c. language
Stereotyping – making assumptions about an individual, for example, because of their race or a disability
from page 60 of the free level 3 Early Years chapter:
'You may work with children whose home language is not English, particularly if you are bilingual yourself. It is important that schools celebrate the bilingual or multilingual skills of pupils. Schools will have a policy in place which states how to ensure inclusive practice, including the additional support for pupils who need to improve their English'
d. cultural awareness: from
page 60 of the free level 3 Early Years chapter:
Culture can have many diff erent meanings and the way the term is used has changed over time. Culture can cut across nationality and religions. It is what gives groups of people in our society their identity. It also refers to the way groups live, for example, shared customs, thoughts, arts, language and social activity. Recognising and promoting the cultural diversity of individuals and groups within the school will enrich learning and promote the knowledge and understanding of all pupils'
Culture – shared way of life, including aspects such as beliefs, language, arts and music
Hope this helps a little
How do I explain the importance of applying equality, diversity and inclusion in relation to planning activities?
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