ABSTRACT The issue of self-efficacy in pre-primary education has gained significant attention in Slovakia in recent years. This study investigated the perception of professional competence among female preschool teachers in Slovakia, focusing on their self-efficacy towards inclusive education. The study aimed to understand teacher’s self-efficacy as a key factor for successful inclusive education implementation in Slovakia. Using the modified Teacher Efficacy for Inclusive Practices scale, we found that Slovak teachers felt confident and possessed the necessary professional skills for working with children in inclusive classrooms. However, owing to the selective education system in Slovakia, they had limited opportunities to apply these skills in practice. The findings highlighted flaws in the perceived professional self-efficacy of pre-primary teachers, revealing areas of professional competencies where teachers lacked confidence. Notably, their lowest confidence was in designing learning tasks tailored to the individual needs of children, especially those with disabilities.