New guidance released last month by the Department for Education on inclusion bases is a welcome step, rightly positioning them as spaces that should increase, not replace, participation in mainstream education. Emphasis on access to the curriculum, collaboration with families and connection is also very promising. But there is an opportunity to go further. While the guidance tells us what inclusion bases should provide, it says less about how SEND students actually experience inclusion. Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week subscribe Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits.