Papel de los patios escolares como estrategias para la inclusión educativa: Una revisión sistemática

Introduction. Inclusive education, recognised as a human right, focuses on diversity and participation of all students. In this context, school playgrounds play an essential role as spaces for learning and inclusion, spaces that can and should be transformed into sustainable environments in harmony with nature, spaces that favour the development of all students, especially the most vulnerable students such as those with Specific Educational Support Needs. Objective. To carry out a systematic review of the scientific production on inclusive playgrounds and identify the benefits of the projects carried out to transform schools and guarantee quality education for all. Method. A systematic review of scientific articles published from January 2010 to April 2023 in the main databases was carried out. Out of 583 articles identified, 20 met the inclusion criteria. Results. Inclusive playgrounds offer multiple benefits: they reduce conflicts, promote co-education and interactions between students with and without disabilities and their peers. In addition, it promotes the values of coexistence, respect, non-discrimination and tolerance. Conclusion. Schoolyard-based programmes and projects are effective strategies for student inclusion, as they contribute to children's holistic development. They are in line with the Sustainable Development Goals and promote inclusive and quality education.