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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Christine talks about being taken to school for the first time.

Here Tara talks about abusive care staff in her school.

Here Mark describes having to eat on separate ‘Diet Tables’

Here Ajay describes his frustration with the education system leading him to seek employment after school.

Here Sebastian talks about having to do exams without any adjustments or support.

Here Ann talks about how school staff ignored bullying.

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