Accessibility Statement
Thespian Academy is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines will help make the web more user-friendly for all people.
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Thespian Academy's website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers while using our site.
Accessibility Features
The Thespian Academy website includes the following features to enhance accessibility:
- Alternative Text: Meaningful alternative text is provided for all images and non-text content to convey their purpose to users of assistive technology.
- Keyboard Navigation: The website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and interpret the page structure.
- Clear Heading Structure: Headings are used logically and sequentially to organize content and provide a clear outline of each page.
- Color Contrast: Sufficient color contrast is used throughout the website to ensure readability for users with visual impairments. We strive to meet WCAG 2.1 AA color contrast requirements.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size using their browser settings without loss of content or functionality.
- Form Labels: All form fields have clear and descriptive labels to assist users in understanding the required input.
- Skip Navigation Link: A "Skip to Main Content" link is provided at the top of each page, allowing users to bypass repetitive navigation elements.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of interactive elements and provide additional information to assistive technologies.
- Dark Theme Option: Users can switch to a dark theme for improved readability in low-light conditions, reducing eye strain.
- Consistent Navigation: The navigation structure is consistent throughout the website, making it easier for users to find information.
- Descriptive Links: Link text is descriptive and clearly indicates the destination of the link.
- Responsive Design: The website is designed to be responsive and adapt to different screen sizes and devices, ensuring accessibility on desktops, tablets, and mobile phones.
Assistive Technology Support
We have designed our website to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including:
- Screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
- Screen magnifiers
- Voice recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
We regularly test our website with these technologies to ensure compatibility and identify areas for improvement.
Limitations and Alternatives
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, some limitations may exist. We are actively working to address these limitations and provide alternative solutions whenever possible.
If you encounter an accessibility issue on our website, please contact us using the feedback form below, and we will do our best to provide you with the information or assistance you need in an alternative format.
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, or if you have any suggestions for improving our website's accessibility, please let us know. You can contact us via the following methods:
Alternatively, you can contact our Accessibility Officer, Barnaby Croft, directly at [email protected] or by phone at +44 9798361927.
Ongoing Efforts
Thespian Academy is committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. We regularly review our website to identify and address accessibility issues. Our ongoing efforts include:
- Providing accessibility training to our staff.
- Conducting regular accessibility audits.
- Monitoring website accessibility performance.
- Incorporating accessibility considerations into our website design and development processes.
This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2025.