Accessibility Statement for Thespian Arts Academy

Our Commitment to Accessibility

At Thespian Arts Academy, we are committed to providing a website and learning environment that is accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. We believe that all aspiring actors should have equal access to our courses, resources, and community. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website and facilities, and we welcome your feedback.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented several features to enhance the accessibility of our website and learning environment:

• Alternative Text: All images and non-text content have descriptive alternative text for screen reader users.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be fully navigated using a keyboard.
• Color Contrast: We have ensured sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to improve readability for users with low vision.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: The website has a clear and consistent navigation structure to help users easily find the information they need.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size using their browser settings.
• Captioning and Transcripts: All video and audio content includes captions and transcripts.
• ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies.
• Forms: All forms are designed with proper labels and instructions to ensure they are accessible to screen reader users.

Accessibility Standards

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines outline best practices for making web content more accessible to people with disabilities. Our website is regularly tested using automated tools and manual reviews to ensure compliance with WCAG standards.

Physical Accessibility

Thespian Arts Academy is committed to providing a physically accessible learning environment. Our facilities include:

• Ramps and elevators for wheelchair access.
• Accessible restrooms.
• Designated parking spaces for individuals with disabilities.
• Assistive listening devices for students with hearing impairments.

We are continuously working to improve the physical accessibility of our facilities and welcome your feedback on how we can better accommodate your needs.

Digital Accessibility Roadmap

To ensure we meet and exceed accessibility standards, Thespian Arts Academy adheres to the following digital accessibility roadmap:

1. Ongoing Audits and Testing: Regularly conduct accessibility audits using both automated tools and manual testing by individuals with disabilities to identify and address any accessibility barriers.
2. Staff Training: Provide comprehensive training to our website developers and content creators on accessible web design principles and WCAG guidelines.
3. User Feedback Mechanism: Establish a clear and accessible feedback mechanism for users to report accessibility issues and provide suggestions for improvement.
4. Accessible Content Creation: Develop and maintain accessible content creation guidelines that require all new and updated website content to meet accessibility standards.
5. Assistive Technology Compatibility: Test our website with a variety of assistive technologies, such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and voice recognition software, to ensure compatibility.
6. Vendor Accessibility Requirements: Include accessibility requirements in our contracts with third-party vendors to ensure that any external tools or services integrated into our website are also accessible.
7. Accessibility Documentation: Maintain up-to-date accessibility documentation, including this accessibility statement and any related policies or guidelines, and make it readily available on our website.
8. Continuous Monitoring and Improvement: Continuously monitor our website's accessibility performance and implement ongoing improvements to address any identified issues and ensure that our website remains accessible over time.