Disability Blogger, Writer and Campaigner

Aideen Blackborough

I have Cerebral Palsy but it doesn't have me!

Disability Awareness School Assemblies

School Assemblies with Aideen Blackborough

Inspiring Understanding, Inclusion and Empathy

Welcome to my Disability Awareness School Assemblies! I’m Aideen Blackborough—a disabled trainer, speaker, and passionate advocate for inclusion. Living with Cerebral Palsy, I use my lived experience to educate and inspire students of all ages to better understand disability, challenge stereotypes, and embrace diversity.

Whether you’re a primary or secondary school, my assemblies are designed to be engaging, age-appropriate, and thought-provoking. They empower students to see ability beyond disability and to become more inclusive members of their school and wider community.

What I offer

  • Lively, interactive assemblies tailored for both primary and secondary schools
  • Real-live insights into living with a disability
  • Open Q&A sessions to encourage curiosity and respectful dialogue
  • Curriculum aligned content which supports PSHE and inclusion goals
  • Inspiration and empowerment for both students and staff

Why Disability Awareness Matters

Disability is a natural part of human diversity. Yet, many young people grow up without meaningful exposure to it. My disability awareness assemblies help students:

  • Understand what disability really means
  • Break down myths and misconceptions
  • Learn how to be allies and inclusive peers
  • Build empathy and confidence in interacting with disabled people

What Schools Say About Me

Over the years, I’ve delivered these assemblies to schools across the UK and have now had the privilege of speaking to over 5000 pupils! The feedback from teachers, staff and pupils has been overwhelming positive. The sessions are consistently described as inspiring, eye-opening and perfectly pitched for pupils.

Here’s what some schools have said:

“Thank-you so much for coming to our school and sharing your story and experience. Children and staff found it really informative and I’ve had nothing but positive comments. You are always welcome back.”
Galton Valley Primary School, Deputy Head

“It was fantastic having Aideen in to talk to our pupils about Cerebral Palsy and living with a disability. . . Since Aideen’s sessions, we have also noticed a big reduction in discriminatory language towards those with disabilities. We would love to welcome Aideen back to our school to work with our pupils again.”
The Heights, Burnley – Personal Development Lead

To read more feedback from schools I’ve worked with, read my testimonials.

Tailored for Every Age Group

I offer two distinct types of assemblies:

  • Primary School Assemblies – Fun, friendly and accessible for young children
  • Secondary School Assemblies – Honest, engaging and thought-provoking for older students

Assemblies can be adapted to align with individual school goals and/or specific awareness events.

Book an Assembly

Ready to bring disability awareness to your school?

Visit the Primary School Assemblies or Secondary School Assemblies page to learn more or Contact Me to check availability and book your disability awareness assembly.