This study is conducted in order to assess the challenges
and opportunities to implement inclusive education in
selected primary schools of North GondarZone. In order
to attain the objectives of the study, related literatures on
international policies and concepts of inclusive education
was reviewed in detail. Concerning the significance of the
study it is expected that it will highlight those concerned
individuals on the existing situation prevailing in
connection with the problem under study and devise
mechanisms for addressing the observed situation. The
study used descriptive survey as a research design to
explain the current trends existing in the study area. . As
to the samples considered for the study, because there are
only two schools it appeared manageable to take them as
they are. In regards to participants of the study seventy
one participants, namely 4 from the school's principals, 16 from the professional teachers
in special needs, and 51 students with different disabilities were involved as sample
participants. These samples were taken by using systematic random sampling to give fair
and equal chance of selection. With regard to data gathering instrument, questionnaire,
structured interview and observation were used to collect data from the participants. The
finding roughly show that even though there are some opportunities that support
inclusive education it cannot be taken as a guaranty due to lack of awareness,
commitment, and collaboration. And there are real challenges that hinder the full
implementation of inclusive education. Generally it can be conclude that the challenges
outweigh the opportunity on the full implementation of inclusive education and there
should be strong collaboration among stakeholders, NGOs, and the concerned bodies in
order to realize the journey towards inclusive education.