Access to education refers to the ability of all students to enrol in, participate in, and benefit from schooling and learning opportunities without discrimination or arbitrary barriers. In British Columbia, the law recognises that every child of school age who resides in the province has the right to enroll in public education and attend a school program offered by a school board, subject to the availability of space and facilities. Access isn’t just physical attendance — it also means that students are supported to meaningfully participate in learning. Policies on inclusive education in BC require that students with disabilities or diverse abilities have equitable access to learning opportunities, supports, and accommodations so they can achieve educational goals alongside their peers.