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Vulnerable pupils face postcode lottery in classroom

Parents face a postcode lottery over the way vulnerable pupils are integrated into mainstream schools, despite Scotland’s international success at delivering inclusive education, according to academics.

A report, partly conducted by researchers from Strathclyde University found that, overall, Scotland is one of the best countries in Europe for educating special needs pupils and those from minority groups.