Themes

Explore stories by theme

About

About the project, about oral history, further links

Timeline

Explore the history of disabled people and education through time

Resources

Schools packs, worksheets and external links

Hear our voices

A random selection of stories from the site

Be Alert and Active

Here Micheline cautions against complacency.

Making Models

Here Joanne describes how her Science teacher was a role model for her.

Being Left Out

Here Michelle talks about not being included in activities at her special school.

Changing Expectations

Here Miro describes the difference he notices in the expectations of young disabled people now.

No support

Here Ann talks about how school staff ignored bullying.

Support is a Barrier

Here Sebastian describes his support staff being a barrier to friendships.

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