Inclusion of refugees in mainstream schools: Existing policies, the role of school leadership, student perspectives, and recommendations for enhancement

In recent years, there has been observed a significant influx of refugees, mainly from Eastern countries to European states, and especially to Greece, due to its geographical location. As a result, new needs and challenges have arisen in contemporary societies regarding the attitude towards refugees at multiple social levels. One of these levels, which this paper addresses, is the pedagogical treatment of students of different ethnic backgrounds.