Offering Special Needs Education (SNED) Program at Shuttle Elementary School: A Feasibility Study

This feasibility study explores the establishment of a Special Needs Education (SNED) Program at Shuttle Elementary School in South Fatima District, under the Schools Division Office of General Santos City. The initiative addresses the pressing need for inclusive education amid a growing population of learners with special needs, aiming to uphold national and international mandates for equitable access to quality education. Despite increasing awareness, a clear gap persists in the provision of structured, school-based SNED services in the local context. The study seeks to evaluate the viability of offering a tailored program that supports the academic and social development of these learners. Through a mixed-method approach involving surveys, interviews, and technical analysis, the study identifies 19 potential student beneficiaries and reveals that 78% of respondents—comprising parents and educators—express strong support for the proposed program, underscoring its relevance and demand.