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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Joanne talks about having lessons in hospital.

Here Belinda remembers starting school.

Here Michelle talks about the downside to having what she describes as ‘velcro’ support assistants in school.

Here Clenton describes the impact of education on how we see ourselves.

Here David talks about the sadness he felt in not getting to say goodbye to his parents.

Here Raymond talks about how he would like school to be more inclusive.

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