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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Miro talks about his experience of feeling well supported at primary school, by everyone in the school.

Here Clenton remembers Mr Hebden, a teacher who had a profound imact on his life.

Here Angela talks about an accident she had while playing with her friends.

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

Here Joanne talks about how she felt about being given a ‘toy’ basketball hoop to play with in her Physical Education lesson.

Here Paul talks about his experience of playing cricket with non-deaf students.

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