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London School Celebrates 25 Years of Inclusive Education

2/16/2026

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TCES Nurture Primary in London has not excluded a pupil for 25 years, prioritizing inclusive education for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
Founder Thomas Keaney emphasizes embedding therapeutic principles into daily teaching to support trust and confidence.
Parents report reduced stress and improved engagement from their children.
Keaney warns that poorly implemented inclusion could lead to exclusion by another route and calls for a cultural shift in schools.

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TCES Nurture Primary in London has not excluded a pupil for 25 years, prioritizing inclusive education for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
Founder Thomas Keaney emphasizes embedding therapeutic principles into daily teaching to support trust and confidence.
Parents report reduced stress and improved engagement from their children.
Keaney warns that poorly implemented inclusion could lead to exclusion by another route and calls for a cultural shift in schools.