Final Evaluation of the Strengthening Inclusive Education Systems and Services project

FDM is contracted by Handicap International to conduct the Final Evaluation of the Strengthening

Inclusive Education Systems and Services project in Chitwan District. The project seeks to promote

equitable access to quality education and demonstrate improved learning achievements in basic level

grades for girls and boys with disabilities including those with complex disabilities as well as other

children with learning support needs.

FDM plans to adopt a quasi-experimental research design, integrating both quantitative surveys and

qualitative data collection methods to ensure comprehensive insights.

Study Area: Bharatpur Metropolitan City, Kalika Municipality (Treatment group) and Ratnanagr

Municipality (Control group)

Quantitative Sample:

 225 school going children

 162 home-based schooling children

 162 parents of home-based schooling children

 75 parents receiving livelihood support

 260 teachers

Qualitative Sample:

 39 Key Informant Interviews (KIIs)

 8 Focus Group Discussions (FGDs)

 1 stakeholder workshop