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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Events & Highlights:
Courses now underway!
BSL Classes for adults and older children
These friendly class will be a great opportunity to build confidence with BSL - whether you're new to signing or are looking to improve!
(Alternate Saturdays - April through June 2026)
Courses now underway!
Play Based Learning Course
Fun and creativity shine through in this play based learning course filled with nursery rhymes, stories and other interactive fun.
This course is aimed at deaf children, their families and those that support them.
(Alternate Saturdays - April through June 2026)
See what we've been getting up to!
Look Back at 2025
From our launch event, through our first BSL courses and many fun meetups - take a chance to look back!
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!
And by BIG, I mean 18 miles!!!
For anyone that would still like to sponsor, simply click on the justgiving link below.
There is an exciting opportunity you may be interested in getting involved in, that could take you to Scottish Parliament 🏴
At Grampian Deaf Children’s Society, we believe every child deserves to feel understood, included, and confident in communication. Here are some helpful tips for connecting with deaf children:
✨ Get their attention first
Gently wave, tap their shoulder, or move into their line of sight before speaking.
👀 Face them clearly
Make sure your face is visible and well-lit so they can see your expressions and lip movements.
🗣️ Speak naturally
Use a normal pace and tone—shouting or exaggerating words can actually make things harder to understand.
🤟 Use gestures and visual cues
Pointing, facial expressions, and body language can support understanding.
📝 Be ready to adapt
Writing things down, using drawings, or using apps can help if something isn’t clear.
⏳ Be patient and positive
Give them time to respond and don’t be afraid to repeat or rephrase.
💙 Learn some sign language
Even a few basic signs can go a long way in building connection and trust.
Every child communicates in their own way—what matters most is making the effort to connect.
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