Why don’t we include everyone when we talk about ‘science for all’?

I have had the pleasure of running chemistry outreach events for learners with special educational needs for the last 14 years. However, I continue to question the need for them. Surely the UK Equality Act 2010 sets the expectation that we should routinely make the necessary adjustments to ensure all pupils can take part in any event? I have found most of the adjustments needed are minor.

Pupils with special educational needs and disability (SEND) should, in theory, be welcome at chemistry events. However, several additional factors beside the perceived logistical ones prevent them attending.