Accessibility Statement

At St. Matthew’s C of E Primary School, we are committed to ensuring our website is accessible to all users, regardless of ability, technology, or access needs. We aim to provide a welcoming, inclusive and user-friendly online experience for every visitor.

Accessibility Standards

Our website is designed to meet the requirements of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. These standards ensure that website content is:

• Perceivable – Information and user interface components are presented in ways that users can recognise and access.

• Operable – Navigation and interactive elements can be used by all visitors, including those using a keyboard or assistive technologies.

• Understandable – Content is clear and easy to follow.

• Robust – Content is compatible with a wide range of browsers and assistive technologies.

Accessibility Features and Tools

To support accessibility, our website includes:

• Text alternatives for images and other non-text content

• Clear, logical and consistent navigation

• Keyboard navigation support

• Adjustable text sizes for improved readability

• Structured headings and page landmarks

• Appropriate colour contrast for users with visual impairments
  
  

We also use the UserWay Accessibility Widget to enhance accessibility across the site. This tool offers features such as:

• Screen reader enhancements

• Keyboard navigation adjustments

• Colour contrast controls

• Text size and spacing adjustments

• Focus and highlight tools

You can activate the accessibility widget by selecting the accessibility icon displayed on each page. This allows you to customise the website to suit your individual needs.

Ongoing Improvement

We are committed to continually improving the accessibility of our website. We regularly review our content and functionality to ensure compliance with current standards and to respond to user feedback.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

If you experience any difficulty accessing any part of our website, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Email: office@st-matthews.bolton.sch.uk
Phone: 01204 333005
Address: Kentford Road, Halliwell, Bolton, BL1 2JL

We will respond as quickly as possible and work to provide a suitable solution.

Third-Party Content

Our website may include links to external websites or third-party services. While we aim to work with providers who prioritise accessibility, we cannot guarantee that external content will always meet the same accessibility standards.