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Stories
True accounts from real people, giving you a glimpse into their lives and experiences
Amelia’s School Struggles and Silent Battles
Discover Amelia’s story of overcoming epilepsy at school with support and understanding from teachers and friends.
Living with Absence Seizures at School
Learn to recognise signs of absence seizures, support learning and well-being, and foster strong home-school partnerships for children with epilepsy here.
Moving from Primary to Secondary School with Epilepsy
Read our practical guidance for supporting students with epilepsy as they move from primary to secondary school, with tips for families and teachers.
Charlotte’s Update: Results Day Rejection to Dream Career
Charlotte's epilepsy diagnosis at 18 compromised her A-levels, but perseverance and openness to support led her from rejection on results day to her dream job.
Community tips for going to college and university
Concerned about starting college or university? Check out these tips from our Facebook and Instagram supporters who have already experienced it!
Top 10 teacher tips for putting an IHP into practice
Discover the best ways to implement an Individual Healthcare Plan (IHP) in schools with these top ten tips from a Student Wellbeing & Attendance Officer!
I am Jasmine
Meet Jasmine, one of the heroes of our #UnderstandMyEpilepsy Campaign. Jasmine is 18 and experiences prolonged tonic clonic seizures. ForJasmine, this has meant that her teachers and students at school don't understand her epilepsy and the challenges that she faces.
I am Cash
Meet Cash, a 10-year-old with epilepsy who faces focal seizures. Despite the challenges, Cash loves surfing, skateboarding, paddleboarding, and football. Let's support kids like Cash by raising awareness and ensuring inclusion in all activities.
I am Bea
Meet Bea, one of the heroes of our #UnderstandMyEpilepsy Campaign. Bea is 15 and experiences focal seizures. For Bea this has meant that her teachers and students at school don't understand her epilepsy and the challenges that she faces.
I am Ruben
Meet Ruben, one of the heroes of our #UnderstandMyEpilepsy Campaign. Ruben is 11 and experiences Absence Seizures. For Ruben this has meant that he is now home schooled as his teachers didn't understand his epilepsy and the challenges that he faced.