Accessibility Statement | Weekly Cross - Inclusive English Learning

Important: Work in Progress

Full transparency: We're actively working on improving accessibility but acknowledge we're not fully compliant yet. This statement honestly reflects our current status and ongoing efforts. We welcome feedback and are committed to continuous improvement.

♿ Accessibility Statement

Last updated: August 2025 | Status: Ongoing improvements

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Weekly Cross is committed to making our English learning platform accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We believe that everyone should have equal access to education and language learning opportunities.

Our Goals

  • Provide an inclusive learning experience for all students
  • Meet or exceed WCAG 2.1 AA standards
  • Support assistive technologies like screen readers
  • Ensure keyboard navigation works throughout the site
  • Maintain sufficient color contrast for readability
  • Provide alternative formats for multimedia content

Current Accessibility Status

Here's an honest assessment of our current accessibility features:

Accessibility Feature Status Details Priority
Semantic HTML Implemented Proper heading structure, landmarks, and semantic elements ✅ Complete
Keyboard Navigation Partial Basic navigation works, custom components need improvement 🔄 In Progress
Color Contrast Partial Most text meets AA standards, some interactive elements need work 🔄 In Progress
Alt Text for Images Implemented All informational images have descriptive alt text ✅ Complete
Screen Reader Support Partial Basic support exists, interactive exercises need ARIA labels 🔄 High Priority
Video Captions Needed YouTube auto-captions only, manual captions being added 🎯 Next Phase
Focus Indicators Partial Default browser focus, custom indicators being implemented 🔄 In Progress
Text Scaling Implemented Site works well up to 200% zoom ✅ Complete

Accessibility Features We Have

Semantic HTML

Proper use of headings, landmarks, lists, and semantic elements for screen reader navigation.

Responsive Design

Content adapts to different screen sizes and zoom levels up to 200%.

Alternative Text

All informational images include descriptive alt text for screen readers.

Color Usage

Information is not conveyed by color alone; icons and text provide context.

Skip Links

Skip to main content link available for keyboard users.

Clear Language

Content written in clear, simple English appropriate for language learners.

Areas We're Working On

We're actively working to improve these accessibility features:

Enhanced Keyboard Navigation

Improving tab order and keyboard access for interactive exercises and drag-drop activities.

Screen Reader Enhancement

Adding ARIA labels, descriptions, and live regions for dynamic content and exercises.

Focus Indicators

Implementing custom, high-contrast focus indicators that are always visible.

Video Captions

Adding manual captions and transcripts for all educational videos and audio content.

User Preferences

Planning to add options for reduced motion, high contrast, and text size adjustments.

Alternative Input Methods

Improving support for voice navigation and switch navigation devices.

Standards We're Following

Our accessibility efforts are guided by established standards and best practices:

  • WCAG 2.1 AA: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Level AA compliance (our target)
  • Section 508: US federal accessibility requirements
  • EN 301 549: European accessibility standard
  • ARIA Standards: Accessible Rich Internet Applications for dynamic content
  • HTML5 Semantics: Proper semantic markup for assistive technologies

Our Testing Approach

  • Automated Testing: Using tools like axe-core and Lighthouse
  • Manual Testing: Keyboard navigation and screen reader testing
  • User Testing: Working with users who rely on assistive technologies
  • Regular Audits: Quarterly accessibility reviews and improvements

Supported Assistive Technologies

We test our site with the following assistive technologies:

Screen Readers

  • NVDA: Free screen reader for Windows (primary testing)
  • JAWS: Popular commercial screen reader
  • VoiceOver: Built-in macOS and iOS screen reader
  • TalkBack: Android accessibility service

Navigation Methods

  • Keyboard only: Full site navigation without a mouse
  • Voice control: Basic support for voice navigation software
  • Switch navigation: Support for external switch devices
  • Head tracking: Compatible with head-tracking input devices

Known Accessibility Issues

We want to be transparent about current limitations:

Current Known Issues

  • Drag-and-drop exercises: Not fully keyboard accessible (alternative interactions planned)
  • Quiz timers: No screen reader announcements for time remaining
  • Progress animations: May not respect reduced motion preferences
  • Custom dropdown menus: Limited ARIA support in navigation dropdowns
  • Video controls: Custom video players may not be fully accessible
  • Mobile touch interactions: Some exercises may be difficult with assistive touch

Workarounds: For any exercise that's not accessible, please contact us for alternative formats or approaches.

Feedback & Support

Your feedback is crucial for improving accessibility. Please let us know if you encounter any barriers:

How to Contact Us

  • Accessibility Email: accessibility@weeklycross.com
  • General Contact: Contact form
  • Response Time: We aim to respond within 2 business days
  • Alternative Formats: We can provide content in alternative formats upon request

When reporting accessibility issues, please include:

  • Description of the problem you encountered
  • The page or feature where you found the issue
  • Your operating system and browser
  • Assistive technology you're using (if any)
  • Any error messages you received
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