Accessibility

Accessibility Statement for Padmam Nursery & Primary School

Effective Date: January 2024

Padmam Nursery & Primary School is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying relevant accessibility standards.

1. Our Commitment We are committed to making our website and digital services accessible to all users, including: • Parents and guardians • Students • Teachers and staff • Prospective families • Community members • People with disabilities

2. Accessibility Standards We strive to conform to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. Our goal is to ensure our website and Parent Portal are: • Perceivable: Information and user interface components are presentable to users in ways they can perceive • Operable: User interface components and navigation are operable • Understandable: Information and operation of user interface are understandable • Robust: Content can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies

3. Accessibility Features Our website and digital services include: • Clear navigation structure • Descriptive link text • Alt text for images • Sufficient color contrast • Keyboard navigation support • Responsive design for various devices and screen sizes • Clear and simple language • Consistent layout and design • Form labels and instructions • Text resizing capabilities

4. Mobile Accessibility Our Parent Portal and mobile applications are designed to be accessible on various devices: • Mobile phones • Tablets • Desktop computers • Screen readers

5. Document Accessibility We strive to ensure documents and resources are accessible: • PDF documents with proper structure and tags • Alternative formats available upon request • Clear document titles and headings • Readable fonts and sufficient contrast

6. Third-Party Content While we strive for accessibility, some third-party content or embedded services may not be fully accessible. We work with vendors to improve accessibility.

7. Assistive Technologies Our website aims to be compatible with: • Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver) • Speech recognition software • Screen magnifiers • Alternative input devices

8. Physical Campus Accessibility Beyond digital accessibility, our physical campus is designed to be inclusive: • Accessible entry points • Ramps where needed • Wide corridors and doorways • Accessible washrooms • Classroom accommodations as needed • Safe and navigable campus for all students

9. Educational Accessibility We provide reasonable accommodations for students with special needs: • Individual Education Plans (IEP) when applicable • Learning support • Modified assignments and assessments • Assistive technology in classrooms • Trained staff to support diverse learning needs

10. Ongoing Improvements We regularly: • Review and test our website and digital services • Gather feedback from users • Update and improve accessibility features • Train staff on accessibility best practices • Stay informed about accessibility standards and technologies

11. Known Limitations Despite our efforts, some limitations may exist: • Legacy content may not be fully accessible • Third-party integrated services may have limitations • Some downloadable documents may need conversion • Complex interactive features may require alternatives

We are actively working to address these limitations.

12. Feedback and Assistance We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Padmam Nursery & Primary School's website and digital services.

If you: • Encounter accessibility barriers • Need information in an alternative format • Require assistance accessing any content • Have suggestions for improvement

Please contact us: Padmam Nursery & Primary School Jalladianpet, Chennai – 600100 Phone: 044 2277 3217

We will work with you to provide the information, service, or transaction you need in an accessible format.

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