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The term ‘special needs’ is frequently used in a generic manner and has become indicative of a separate and discrete area of education and wider society, yet we are currently experiencing increasing societal changes that promote inclusion in all aspects of our lives. It could be suggested that all people have needs and that these needs will vary as their lives develop and change, some having severely traumatising effects demanding very specific short-and/or long-term support, but at other times causing less impact. At times we all require very specific, individual support but this does not necessarily imply that we are different, or have special needs, more that we are human. We should therefore strive to provide effectively for the individual needs of all children at all times, enabling each child to achieve his/her full potential. Provision should ensure that each child is offered a range of appropriate, challenging …