Accessibility Statement
This accessibility statement applies to this website.
We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities. We aim to meet the accessibility standards outlined in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA and are actively working to improve the accessibility of our online content.
How accessible is this website
The website includes the following features to support accessibility:
• Keyboard navigability throughout the site
• High visibility mode for improved readability
• Consistent layout and design across all pages
• Compatibility with assistive technologies
We are aware that the website has some accessibility limitations:
• The text does not reflow into a single column when the browser window is resized
• Line height and text spacing cannot be adjusted by the user
• Most older PDF documents are not fully accessible to screen readers
We are working to address these issues as part of our ongoing commitment to accessibility.
Compliance Status
This website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.1 AA standard, due to the non-compliances and exemptions listed below.
A) Non-accessible content
We are aware that some parts of this website are not fully accessible:
• Some images may lack appropriate alternative text
• Certain form fields or interactive elements may not have descriptive labels
• Some older PDF or document attachments are not fully accessible to screen readers
• A small number of dynamic or interactive modules may not be operable by keyboard or may lack visible focus indicators
• Some colour contrast issues may remain on legacy sections
B) Disproportionate burden
While we are committed to achieving full compliance, some major site-wide changes would present a disproportionate burden at this time. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Retrofitting historical documents or large numbers of legacy pages for complete accessibility
• Redevelopment of embedded third-party applications that are not under our direct control
We continuously review these issues and will address them as resources allow, prioritising updates that will have the greatest impact for users.
C) Content not within the scope of the accessibility regulations
Some content on our website is provided by third parties and is not under our direct control. This includes:
• Embedded Google Maps
• YouTube videos (note: videos can only be added to the website via external platforms such as YouTube; the website does not support direct video uploads)
• Social media feeds
These third-party platforms may provide their own accessibility features. We aim to select services that are as accessible as possible.
Feedback and contact information
If you need information on this website in a different format, or are having difficulty accessing any part of the site, please contact us and we will respond as soon as possible:
Email: info@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk
Phone: 0191 6622400