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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Etty describes going on the trams with her brothers.

Here Clenton talks about the impact that school can have on aspirations.

Here Mark talks about being separated at lunchtime.

Here Sebastian describes being left out of PE at school.

Here Sebastian recalls how, and perhaps why, he was bullied by a disabled person at school.

Here Ronald talks about his memories of leaving home and being institutionalised.

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