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Accessbility
Statemenet
Accessibility Statement
This Accessibility Statement applies to the main website of THAMES RIVERSIDE LTD. at www.thamesriverside.com. It explains how we aim to make our website accessible, what we are doing to improve accessibility, and how users can contact us if they experience a problem.
Our commitment to accessibility
THAMES RIVERSIDE LTD. aims to make its website accessible to as many people as possible, including disabled users, neurodivergent users, users of assistive technologies, and users accessing the website from different devices, browsers and network conditions.
We want users to be able to access information about our company, educational activities, Higher Education Consultancy services, institutional collaboration, course links and enquiry routes in a clear and usable way.
What we aim to make possible
We aim for users to be able to:
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zoom in without text spilling off the screen;
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navigate the website using a keyboard where possible;
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read content with clear headings and logical structure;
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use screen readers and other assistive technologies with meaningful page structure;
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understand links, buttons, forms and calls to action;
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access key information in plain and clear language;
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request information in an alternative format where reasonably possible.
Accessibility standard we are working towards
We are working towards the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.2, level AA, as a practical benchmark for the accessibility of our website.
At the time of publication, this website is [select one before publication: “under development and has not yet been independently audited” / “partially compliant with WCAG 2.2 AA” / “fully compliant with WCAG 2.2 AA”]. We will update this statement after further testing or major website changes.
Scope of this statement
This statement covers the main THAMES RIVERSIDE LTD. website. It does not automatically cover external websites, social media pages, third-party booking systems, payment systems, embedded content, or separate course platforms that may be linked from our website.
Where a course website or learning platform is managed separately, accessibility may depend on the platform provider and its own accessibility settings, templates and technical infrastructure. We will aim to choose and configure third-party platforms responsibly and will signpost users to the relevant accessibility information where available.
Higher Education Consultancy services
Our Higher Education Consultancy services may involve communications with international higher education institutions, academic partners, researchers, educators and professional organisations. We will make reasonable efforts to ensure that key consultancy information, enquiry routes, meeting arrangements and shared documents are accessible.
If you need consultancy information in a different format, or require adjustments for a meeting, online session, workshop or consultation, please contact us using the details below.
Known limitations
Because the website is being developed as a new company website, some areas may still need further accessibility testing. Possible limitations may include:
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documents uploaded as PDF, Word or presentation files;
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older documents not designed originally for accessibility;
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images, diagrams or visual portfolios requiring alternative text or text explanation;
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video or audio material that may need captions, transcripts or descriptions;
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third-party course platforms, booking systems, forms, payment systems or embedded tools;
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automatically translated content, which may not always preserve meaning, readability or accessibility structure.
We will review these areas and prioritise improvements where they affect access to important information or services.
What we are doing to improve accessibility
We aim to improve accessibility by:
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using clear headings and consistent page structure;
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writing in clear language wherever possible;
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checking colour contrast and readability;
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adding meaningful alternative text for important images;
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avoiding images of text where possible;
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making forms and buttons clear and usable;
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reviewing PDF and downloadable documents before publication;
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choosing website templates and course platforms with accessibility in mind;
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reviewing accessibility when we make significant changes to the website.
Feedback and contact information
If you find any accessibility problem on this website, need information in a different format, or would like to request a reasonable adjustment, please contact us:
Email: admin@thamesriverside.com
Please tell us which page or document you were using, what problem you experienced, and what format or adjustment would help you. We will aim to respond within 15 working days.
Alternative formats
Where reasonably possible, we can provide key information in alternative formats, such as larger text, plain text, accessible Word documents, or an alternative explanation by email or online meeting. The availability of alternative formats may depend on the nature of the content and the resources reasonably available to us.
Enforcement and external support
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may wish to seek independent advice from an equality or disability rights advice service. In Great Britain, the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS) provides information and advice about discrimination and human rights issues. This statement does not affect any legal rights you may have under applicable equality law.
Technical information
THAMES RIVERSIDE LTD. is committed to improving the accessibility of its website and digital information. We use WCAG 2.2 AA as our working accessibility benchmark. Full compliance will depend on the final website design, technical build, content management, third-party tools and future testing.
Preparation of this statement