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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Zara talks about the battle her mum fought to get her into a local mainstream middle school.

Here Micheline gives an example of her individualism.

Here Mark describes his niece being included in her mainstream school.

Here Miro talks about how he values his parents’ differing approaches.

Here Debbie talks to Ursula about her school trip.

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

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