ACCESSIBLE SCHOOLS: CHALLENGES AND ADVANCES IN INFRASTRUCTURE AND INCLUSIVE METHODOLOGIES

Abstract

Educational accessibility has become a central theme in public policies and contemporary pedagogical discussions, driven by national legislation and international treaties that promote inclusion. The objective of this study is to analyze the importance of accessibility in education, showing how Brazilian legislation, such as the Statute of Persons with Disabilities, guarantees the right to education in adapted and inclusive environments. The methodology used involved a documentary analysis of educational policies and a literature review on inclusive pedagogical practices. The researched content highlights the need to restructure educational institutions, which must adapt to meet the diversity of students, promoting more equitable and just environments. The conclusion is that educational accessibility is fundamental to foster inclusion and combat social exclusion, requiring a joint effort by institutions, policymakers and the school community to ensure that all students have equal opportunities in access and learning. Therefore, the promotion of accessible education is not only a legal responsibility, but an ethical commitment that must be guaranteed by all actors involved in the educational process.