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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Roger talks about the changes he’s noticed in the school system.

Here Joanne describes her mum’s determination for her to go to school locally.

Here Etty describes avoiding going to school.

Here Etty describes her apprenticeship at Holdron’s department store after school.

Here Mark talks about the lack of pastoral support at his school.

Here Etty describes being punished with a ruler at school.

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