Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: 24/02/2025

Our Commitment

The Parent Buddy 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.

Accessibility Features

  • Screen Reader Compatibility: Our website is optimized for screen readers and includes proper ARIA labels
  • Keyboard Navigation: All features are accessible through keyboard navigation
  • Text Scaling: Content remains readable when text size is increased
  • Color Contrast: We maintain WCAG 2.1 recommended contrast ratios for readability
  • Alt Text: All images include descriptive alternative text

Standards

We aim to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This includes:

  • Clear headings and page structure
  • Consistent navigation across pages
  • Focus indicators for keyboard navigation
  • Form labels and error messages
  • Responsive design for different devices

Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following:

  • Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
  • Screen magnification software
  • Speech recognition software
  • Keyboard-only navigation

Known Issues

We are working to resolve the following accessibility issues:

  • Some older content may not meet all accessibility standards
  • Third-party content may not always meet our accessibility requirements
  • We are continuously updating our interactive features for better accessibility

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of The Parent Buddy. If you experience any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to making our website accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our website and in doing so adhere to many of the available standards and guidelines.