Project MESH (Making Effective Schools Happen for all students) is based on the experience of two schools in establishing an inclusive education environment. These inclusive programs are based on strong values that were clarified during the planning stage of the project.This excellent manual is written with both educators and parents in mind and provides guidelines for the development of inclusive schools. It is organised around the key components of an inclusive school: The schools; The Change Process; Teamwork; A Community of Learners; Individual Student Planning. It also outlines the major lessons learned from the experience of Project MESH. The Appendices include references and core team minutes. Keywords: Inclusion, Education, School age