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.
Affiliated with:
Events & Highlights:
🎃 Pumpkin Ranch - 14th October - Registration Open!
🎅 Theatre Trip - 15th November - GDCS tickets now allocated
Kilkwalk 2026 - A huge thank you!
🚀 See what we've been getting up to!
Introducing our
BSL Video Library
Enjoy practicing British Sign Language (BSL) through a selection of stories, songs, and vocabulary building videos produced by the Grampian Deaf Children's Society.
We aim to show BSL as signed here in North-East Scotland, using locally preferred signs where appropriate.
Happy learning!
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.
Who We Support:
- Deaf and partially hearing children and young people (aged 0 to 18)
- Children of deaf adults (CODAs)
- Their families, friends and wider communities
Our Latest Socials:
We bring you the latest five posts from our Facebook Page. Please visit us on Facebook if you want to read more and follow us there!
Jodie Ounsley is the first ever deaf gladiator in television history, performing under the name of Fury on the BBC series.
She was born profoundly deaf and had the cochlear implant fitted at 14 months old.
She’s amazing and you could go and watch her in action at PP&J LiveAberdeen.
Being born deaf has not stopped her from achieving her dreams, she is an inspiration to many.
WE’RE GOING BACK!!!!🎃
If you weren’t with us, come and see how much fun we have ☺️
SIGN UP ⬇️
https://gdcs.info/events/pumpkin-ranch-2026/
With the wonderful help of Mags & Graham, we now have an amazing collection of videos to help you learn, practise or simply brush up on your BSL. 💕🤟
Please feel free to share the library with your child’s school or nursery. Schools and nurseries are often really keen to learn and may find these resources incredibly useful in supporting communication and inclusion.
We hope you enjoy exploring the videos as much as we’ve enjoyed putting them together! 💜
Could all families that signed up TO OUR PUMPKIN RANCH EVENT please head over to the events page and sign up again please ⬇️
https://gdcs.info/events/pumpkin-ranch-2026/
We apologise for the inconvenience.
Team GDCS
Calling all families of Deaf children and CODAS, this is one Christmas experience you won't want to miss! ❤️
Step into a world of festive magic and mystery as we journey to the enchanting Santa Express: Lost in Lapland! 🚂❄️
Get ready to climb aboard the Santa Express and be swept away on an unforgettable adventure through snowy landscapes, magical surprises, and the wonder of Lapland. With laughter, excitement, and Christmas magic around every corner, this promises to be a truly special experience for the whole family.
🌟 A fantastic opportunity for families of Deaf children to enjoy an accessible, inclusive festive production together.
Expect:
🎁 Magical Christmas moments.
🚂 An immersive festive adventure.
❄️ Plenty of surprises along the way.
❤️ Memories your family will treasure forever.
Spaces are limited, so don't miss your chance to join us for this incredible Christmas experience!
📅 Sunday 15th November
📍 Tivoli Theatre Aberdeen
🎟️ https://gdcs.info/events/the-santa-express-lost-in-lapland-2026/
Let's make this Christmas extra magical together! 🎄✨ #SantaExpress #LostInLapland #DeafFamilies #AccessibleChristmas #ChristmasMagic #FamilyAdventure
