School Readiness Program

Abstract

The chapter highlights the importance of a school readiness program for children with disabilities (preferably mild category of developmental disabilities) in achieving successful inclusive education. A practical model of school readiness program for children with mild intellectual disability which is practiced at Government Rehabilitation Institute for Intellectual Disabilities (GRIID), Chandigarh, India has been highlighted in this chapter. The school readiness program for children with mild developmental disabilities is offered at primary lower (age 5-7 years) and primary upper (age 7-9 years) levels. Several age-appropriate functional and social skills are being taught to young children admitted under the school readiness program of GRIID. This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the school readiness program that can be replicated at different places to achieve a successful and meaningful transition from a special school to an inclusive school.