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A random selection of stories from the site

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

Here Christine talks about her difficulties trying to lipread in school and how that impacted on how she felt about herself.

Here Ann describes how one teacher helped her escape from primary school.

Here Mark describes the impact of his schooling on his later life.

Here Miro talks about being the goalkeeper for the school.

Here David describes beginning to feel different at school

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