Abstract: Saudi Arabia attaches great importance to the right to education for persons with disabilities, and special education occupies a significant position in its national education system. Since the 1950s, Saudi Arabia has made sustained efforts across four dimensions, namely legislation, administration, finance, and teacher training, gradually establishing a comprehensive special education service system. This has not only achieved universal access to special education but also steadily improved educational quality. However, challenges such as a shortage of high quality professional teachers, the lagging development of private institutions, and slow progress in inclusive education continue to constrain the development of special education in Saudi Arabia. Looking ahead, with the advancement of the Vision 2030 educational reforms and the introduction of artificial intelligence technologies, special education in Saudi Arabia is expected to move toward a higher level.

Key words: Saudi Arabia, Special Education, Inclusive Education