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Disability Awareness and Team Cohesion Program

06/03/2026

Three simple tools. One powerful experience.

A blindfold, a pair of ear defenders, and a wheelchair.

These three items play a huge role in the practical element of our workshops at Learn With ESS. They allow participants to step into someone else’s shoes and experience, even if only for a moment, what life can feel like when you can’t see, hear, speak, or walk.

Every session brings a mix of reflections, emotions, and honest feedback. Whether it’s putting on the blindfold, trying the ear defenders, or attempting everyday tasks from a wheelchair, people begin to understand the barriers that many individuals navigate daily.

We truly believe people may not always remember exactly what you said… but they will remember how you made them feel. And that feeling is often where real change begins.

Excited to continue building new collaborations with organisations and groups who want to create more inclusive environments.

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04/03/2026

Great morning with the brilliant team at Carrs Pasties! 💚💙🧡

We delivered a Learn With ESS workshop focused on disability awareness and practical ways to create more inclusive environments — particularly around better supporting customer experiences in-store.

Through Education, Sport, and Speaking, the team explored communication, understanding different disabilities, and how small actions can make a big difference.

Thanks to everyone who got involved and brought such great energy to the session!

21/02/2026

Behind the scenes!

Powerful conversations, real experiences, and meaningful learning in action. Every session is about breaking barriers, building empathy, and creating a more inclusive world — one discussion at a time.

17/02/2026

“It’s the most effective customer service training you could ever have. It’s certainly the best I’ve been to.”
— Liam Carr, Owner-Director, Carr’s Pasties

Recently, we delivered a Learn With ESS workshop to the team at Carr’s Pasties in Bolton.

The focus? Understanding customer experience from a different perspective.

From navigating a mock shop blindfolded to recognising the challenges of background noise in busy environments, the team experienced first-hand how small barriers can create frustration.

One key takeaway stood out:

Sometimes the most impactful thing you can say is,
“Would you like any help?”

Not because someone visibly “needs” it — but because inclusive communication benefits everyone.

When businesses understand real-life barriers — whether related to sight, hearing, mobility or hidden disabilities — customer service doesn’t just improve. It transforms.

Thank you to Liam and the team for embracing the experience with openness and honesty.

Education. Sport. Speaking.
That’s ESS. 💚💙🧡

09/02/2026

Words. That. Matter.

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02/02/2026

Words that genuinely mean the world to us.

“I feel very, very lucky to have my eyesight… the children were so focused and absolutely loved the activities.”

A massive thank you to Mrs Roberts, TA at St. John’s Primary School, for such a heartfelt reflection after today’s session.
Hearing how focused the children were, how much they loved the activities, and how the experience encouraged gratitude, empathy, and reflection is exactly why we do what we do.

Moments like this remind us how powerful these sessions can be — creating space for young people to reflect, understand different lived experiences, and carry those lessons beyond the classroom.

Thank you for the warm welcome and the kind words — sessions like this truly stay with us 💚💙🧡

22/01/2026

Teacher feedback that says it all.

“It was a great opportunity for the children to really understand, empathise, and reflect on how it feels to live with a disability.”

A huge thank you to All Saints Primary School and to Hannah for such kind words following our session with Year 5.
From learning about blind football and perseverance, to getting hands-on in the practical activities, the pupils showed brilliant curiosity, empathy, and maturity throughout.

This is exactly what Learn With ESS is about — creating meaningful experiences that spark understanding, gratitude, and conversations that stay with young people long after the session ends 💚💙🧡

Thank you for having us — and for being so open to learning, reflecting, and growing together.

20/01/2026

“I live a better life than 99% of people with sight.”

Read that again.

This isn’t motivation.
It’s a mirror.

Learn With ESS exists to challenge how we see disability, ability, and potential.
To create spaces where perspective shifts, access opens, and people are seen before labels.

This is perspective in action.

14/01/2026

Real words. Real impact.

After delivering a classroom workshop and a practical session at Kersley West Primary School, as part of the Farnworth Matters programme, it was brilliant to hear this feedback from Mrs Marston.

From engaging even the less attentive pupils, to helping children experience the world without sight or hearing, the session encouraged empathy, understanding, and a new perspective on the challenges others may face.

Exactly why this work matters — creating moments that stick, spark conversation, and help young people see the world a little differently. 💚💙🧡

13/01/2026

We’re extremely excited for the month of January as we officially kick off the Farnworth Matters programme.

It’s a true privilege to be part of such a unique initiative supporting schools across Farnworth, helping young people access experiences, activities, and skills that go beyond the classroom and support community strengths identified locally. Farnworth has a vibrant community spirit and real ambition for positive change and this programme is part of that wider movement.

Through our inclusion and disability awareness sessions, we’re hopeful the conversations and experiences created will be both memorable and impactful. With visits to 11+ schools this month, we can’t wait to collaborate with schools, staff, and the wider Farnworth community.

A programme that is truly one of a kind and a real honour to be part of it. 💚💙🧡

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