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Accessibility Statement

This website is run by Mowbray Education Trust. This statement applies to https://www.mowbrayeducation.org/.

We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, that means you should be able to:

  • Change colours, contrast levels and fonts using your browser or device settings.

  • Zoom in up to 400% without the text spilling off the screen.

  • Navigate most of the website using a keyboard or speech-recognition software.

  • Listen to most of the website using a screen reader (including the latest versions of JAWS, NVDA and VoiceOver).

We’ve also made the website text as simple as possible to understand.

For advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability, visit?AbilityNet:?https://mcmw.abilitynet.org.uk/

Accessibility Features

  • Responsive Design
    Our website adapts to a wide range of devices and screen sizes, from desktop computers to tablets and smartphones.

  • Keyboard Navigation
    All functionality is available from a keyboard.

  • Text Readability
    We use clear, legible fonts, sufficient colour contrast, and allow text resizing up to 400%.

  • Alternative Text
    All images and graphics include descriptive alt text.

  • Captioning & Transcripts
    Videos include captions or transcripts where available.

  • Form Auto-Complete & Validation
    Our forms support browser autocomplete and provide clear, accessible validation messages.

  • Trust Portals (e.g. Clubs & Courses Booking)
    Fully keyboard-navigable, screen-reader compatible, and designed to meet WCAG?2.2?AA standards for colour contrast and text size.

Non-compliance with Accessibility Regulations

Mowbray Education Trust aims for WCAG?2.2?AA compliance but is partially exempt under the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No.?2) Accessibility Regulations 2018. The following content is currently not fully compliant:

  • Older PDF Documents
    Many legacy PDFs lack proper tagging for screen readers.

  • Embedded Google Maps
    The interactive map embeds are not accessible via keyboard or screen reader.

  • Custom-Styled Forms
    Some bespoke form styles may not announce labels correctly to assistive technologies.

  • Images
    If any image lacks alt text, we will add it as soon as possible upon notification.

  • Video Frame Titles
    Where missing, we will add frame titles, captions or transcripts when notified.

  • Links
    All links should be descriptive; we will update any generic “click here” links if you let us know.

  • Tables
    We will ensure tables have proper headings when notified of any omissions.

  • Brand Colour Contrast
    If any text fails the required contrast ratios, we will update it on request.

Ongoing Efforts

  • Annual Audits & User Testing
    We conduct an annual accessibility audit and involve users with disabilities in testing.

  • User Feedback
    Feedback from users directly drives our ongoing improvements.

  • Standards Monitoring
    We keep up to date with WCAG guidelines and best practices.

Third-Party Content

Some external content—such as documents on other sites or embedded widgets—may not meet accessibility standards. If you have trouble accessing third-party content, please let us know.

Enforcement Procedure

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) enforces the Public Sector Accessibility Regulations. If you’re dissatisfied with our response to your complaint, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).

Technical Information

Mowbray Education Trust is committed to making its website accessible in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No.?2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

Compliance Status: Partially compliant with WCAG?2.2?AA due to the exemptions listed above.

Need Assistance?

If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions, please contact us:

When reporting an issue, please include:

  1. The webpage or feature you experienced difficulties with.

  2. Your contact information (optional, if you’d like a response).

 

Commitment to Improvement

Mowbray Education Trust values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing an accessible online experience for all. This statement was prepared following a self-assessment by the Trust’s digital team and will be reviewed at least annually.

 

Mowbray Education Trust

Pera Business Park, Nottingham Road,
Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 0PB

01664 565901