Welcome to the
Grampian Deaf Children’s Society
We are working to support deaf children, young people and their families across Aberdeen, Grampian and the North East of Scotland.
✏️ Check out what’s coming up below and if something appeals – please indicate your interest by filling in the form for that event!
We also encourage you to take some time to browse our site to find out more about us, and to check out some potentially useful resources too.
Also, if you would like to get to know us better, you can apply to join our private Facebook group which serves as a community for advice, support, and information sharing.
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Vision
Our Vision
A world without barriers for every deaf child and young person.
Mission
Our Mission
To overcome the social and educational barriers that hold back deaf children in the Grampian area covering Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
To support deaf children and young people along with their families and friends.
Upcoming Events 📅
Check out what’s coming up!
Signing up for your first event?: Please tell us a wee bit more about your family group by filling in our Membership Form.
It’s free, and the information you share helps us plan future events!
Our Latest News 📰
We bring you the latest five posts from our Facebook Page once per day.
Please visit us on Facebook if you want to read more, and follow us there!
Kiltwalk 2026 registration is officially open! 🎉
𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥
✨ Happy New Year from Grampian Deaf Children’s Society! ✨ As we welcome a brand new year, we want to take a moment to thank every child, family, volunteer, supporter and friend who has been part of our journey. Your kindness, encouragement and belief make such a difference every single day. We are incredibly proud of our deaf children and young people – their confidence, resilience and joy inspire us all. 💙 The year ahead brings new opportunities, new experiences and new moments to connect, learn and grow together. From all of us at GDCS, we wish you a year
🎅✨ Merry Christmas from everyone at Grampian Deaf Children’s Society! ✨🎄
🎅✨ A Magical Visit to Santa at BLC ✨🎄 Grampian Deaf Children’s Society families had a truly wonderful time visiting Santa at BLC! It was heart-warming to see so many children enjoying a relaxed, welcoming experience where communication and inclusion were at the heart of the day ❤️ The children loved meeting Santa, sharing their excitement, and soaking up the festive atmosphere alongside their families. Seeing smiles, laughter, and confidence from our children made the visit extra special, and it meant so much to families to have an experience where their children felt understood and included. A huge thank you
Grampian Deaf Children’s Society
It doesn’t matter if it’s your first time or your fifth everyone’s welcome. Grab your walking shoes, sign up and join thousands of others stepping into the new year with determination, teamwork, and heart❤️
If this is something you’d like to take part in, you’ll find the sign-up link below, and you can select us from the list of charities registered for the Kiltwalk to walk in honour of.
www.thekiltwalk.co.uk/events/aberdeen
Grampian Deaf Children’s Society
We are excited to invite you to join us for our very own tour of the Aberdeen central fire station.
🧯 Tour of the station facilities and equipment.
👩🏼🚒 Meet fire fighters and ask any questions you may have.
🚒 Get a seat inside the fire engine.
🗓️ SUNDAY 1st FEBRUARY
🕚 11am
📍 2 Mounthooly Way, Aberdeen AB24 3ER
The sign up for this event will be live on the website very soon!!
Grampian Deaf Children’s Society
Grampian Deaf Children’s Society
We’d like to thank all the amazing children, families and supporters who have made this year so special. Your kindness, support and donations help us continue to make a difference.
A big shout out to Graham Bruno our incredible tech man, we couldn’t do it without you.
Wishing you a joyful Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year.
Grampian Deaf Children’s Society
Older Children & Young People Interested In BSL?
As a charity, we are interested in organising future BSL classes for older children and young people.
If this is something that would interest you, or a member of your family – we’d love to hear from you!
Visit our Connect with Us page, drop us a message telling us a little bit your situation.
We would like to understand who may be interested, and where in Grampian / North East Scotland you are based so that we can plan accordingly!
Who We Support:
Deaf & Partially Hearing Children
Deaf & Partially Hearing Young People
Their Families, Friends & Wider Community
Family BSL Classes For Preschool and Early Years
Free and open to deaf children and their siblings based in Grampian. Teaching will be tailored to those who attend. Therefore, these classes should be suitable for those who have no experience as well as those who have started using BSL.
Classes taught by BSL teacher Mags McNulty