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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Zara describes refusing to go to ‘statementing’ meetings.

Here Jane recalls creating a false identity for her local friends.

Here Helen talks about feeling included in Sports at school.

Here Miro talks about being the goalkeeper for the school.

Here Michelle talks about how her special school did not help pupils to understand each others needs.

Here Simone talks about her parents’ aspirations for her.

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