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We have an exciting line-up of Deaf-led and Deaf-focused events to mark this incredible moment. These events celebrate our history, culture, creativity, and the vibrant community that makes the Academy so special. They also help shape our legacy goals as we look to the future. Gavin Lilley Gavin Lilley, the well established Deaf comedian will be […]

We are delighted to publish our 2024-25 annual Newsletter, celebrating all of the achievements from our last academic year.  Please click the image below to view the e-book. To view the Newsletter in BSL hold your phone up to the QR codes. 

The Deaf Academy has featured on BBC Spotlight celebrating its partnership with Northcott Theatre in Exeter. This collaboration is part of the exciting countdown to our charity’s 200th anniversary in 2026 — with a series of  Deaf-led cultural events planned for next year. More details to be announced in the coming months.

Find the full article with BSL below.  Exeter Living Magazine editor Harriet Noble recently visited the Deaf Academy and learnt about our charity’s “remarkable history” and “vibrant community” as we countdown to our 200th anniversary in 2026.  You can read the full article below. Nearly two centuries ago, Charlotte Hippisley Tuckfield, a forward-thinking woman involved […]

A heartfelt thank you to our community and Tesco customers for supporting our new play area appeal through the store’s Stronger Starts scheme. This week, we were delighted to welcome Lisa O’Shaughnessy, Community Champion from the Exmouth Tesco branch, to celebrate raising an incredible £1,500. This generous contribution—made possible by customers choosing our cause with […]