Working areas
This project involved three main working areas; Scheduling, Break activities and Student democracy. All three involves Inclusion and how to organize a school day, to include all students and create best possible learning opportunities. You find materials and guidelines under 'Material' and here is summaries from the guidelines and some short comments out of experiences of the project.
Inclusion
In this project this wonderful definition of Inclusion has been used, after students stating the definition in first mobility:
'Inclusion is including a person in the group and make them feel comfortable and nice so he or she, would not left out and scared to talk to everybody.'
However, this definition does not cover all aspects of inclusions.
Scheduling
Plan the school timetable to align with students' natural attention spans and daily rhythms by placing demanding, abstract subjects during peak performance hours and balancing them with subjects with physical activities and practical work. Use a mix of lesson lengths, if possible, with longer blocks for discussion-based and practical subjects and shorter lessons for subjects that require frequent practice and repetition. Include regular breaks (at least 15 minutes) to ensure good air quality and maintain focus. Alternate intellectual and physical activities to support best learning opportunities and finally, review and adjust the schedule regularly based on teacher and student feedback to keep it effective and supportive for all learners.
Breaks and break activities
Schedule frequent breaks to help students stay focused and attentive during the school day. Plan break activities that boost physical activity, provide safe spaces for breaks, group children by age, and supervise them to encourage positive play and social interaction. Inform students in advance about new break activities and adapt spaces for children with additional needs, for instance by providing quieter areas. Include classroom-based physical activity in lessons. Make sure students have enough time—at least 20 minutes—to sit down for lunch, ideally between 11:00 and 13:00. Implement Pedagogical Meals to support healthy habits. Together, these steps help keep students active, focused, and ready to learn.
Student democracy and student council
To improve the student democracy and students influence into the organization of a school, ensure that student participation is meaningful and systematic. Build structures and routines that make student involvement a real, prioritized part of school development and decision-making. Strengthen the students genuine influence and move beyond symbolic roles. Empower students to be continuous partners, co-researchers, and initiators who shape their learning environment and daily school life. Finally support the democratic culture in the school. Keep student councils student-led and active, help staff understand their role in supporting all students to participate, listen to quieter voices, and encourage ongoing reflection to include everyone's perspective.