Inclusive Education Breakthrough at Aali

Full inclusion of students with autism reflects Bahrain’s commitment to inclusive education

TDT | Manama

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A government school in Bahrain has fully integrated two students with autism into mainstream classrooms this academic year, marking a milestone for the kingdom’s inclusive education efforts.

Ministry of Education said the achievement at Aali Primary School for Boys reflects ongoing efforts to expand equal learning opportunities for students with special educational needs in public schools.

Officials said tailored teaching methods, early intervention programmes, and digital learning tools gradually transitioned the students from a specialised learning environment into regular classrooms.

Jaleela Al-Sayed Adnan Alawi, coordinator of the school’s Autism Unit and Special Education Department, said one of the students initially struggled with communication and adapting to the classroom environment but later showed significant improvement in interaction and self-expression.

The programme also uses virtual reality and artificial intelligence applications to support learning and student engagement, while classmates were encouraged to promote cooperation and acceptance.

The initiative forms part of Bahrain’s broader strategy to strengthen inclusive education and support students with diverse learning needs.