This accessibility statement applies to www.sharemat.org which is run by SHARE Multi Academy Trust. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, you should be able to:

• Change colours, contrast levels and fonts using browser or device settings

• Zoom in up to 400% without the text spilling off the screen

• Navigate most of the website using a keyboard or speech recognition software

• Listen to most of the website using a screen reader (including the most recent versions of JAWS, NVDA and VoiceOver)

We aim to use clear laguage wherever possible to make content easy to understand. 

AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.

Accessibility Features

• Responsive Design: Our website works on a range of devices, including mobile phones, tablets and desktop computers. 

• Keyboard Navigation: The website can be navigated using a keyboard alone. 

• Text Readability: We use legible fonts, sufficent colour contrast, and support adjustable text size. 

• Captioning and Transcripts: Where applicable, video and multimedia content include captions and transcripts. 

Standards and Legal Status

The website aims to meet the accessibility requirements of the Public Sector Bodies (Website and Mobile Applications) (No.2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (as amended). 

We work towards full compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Level A and AA, including WCAG 2.2 and any later updates adopted for UK public-sector monitoring. 

Compliance Status

This website is partialliy compliance with WCAG Level A and AA standards due to the non-compliances listed below. Some content published by our academies may be partially exempt from the accessibility regulations where it does not relate to essential services. We still aim to make all content as accessibile as reasonably possible. 

Non-Compliant Content (Current Issues)

We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website. At the time of this statement, we are aware of the following issues:

• PDFs and Other Documents: Many older PDF files are not fully accessible to screen-reader software. We are prioritising remediation of documents used for essential services and frequently accessed information. 
• Forms: Some bespoke-styled forms may not fully meet WCAG 2.2 AA criteria (e.g. label associations, focus order etc.). We are reviewing and updating high-use forms first. 
• Images: While we aim to provide alternative text for all essential images, some older images may not have appropriate alt text. If you find an image without a text alternative, please notify us so we can correct it. 
• Videos: Some videos lack captions, transcripts or descriptive frame titles. We will provide accessible alternatives for any essential video content on request. 
• Links and Tables: Some older pages may contain non-descriptive link text or tables without proper header markup. These are being reviewed and updated, prioritising essential information. 
• Colour Contrast: We are reviewing text and backgroumd combinations to ensure they meet WCAG 2.2 AA contrast rations for the relevant text sizes. 

We are applying fixes in line with Government Digital Service (GDS) accessibility monitoring guidance and prioritising pages that support essential user tasks. 

Ensuring compliance

We are committed to continuous improvement and will:

• Carry out regular accessibility audits
• Conduct user testing, including with assistive technologies
• Prioritise fixes that affect essential services
• Follow current GDS accessibility monitoring methodology
• Maintain a roadmap of accessibility improvements

If a user contacts us about an accessibility issues, we will acknowledge the concern and take reasonable steps to resolve or provide an accessible alternative. 

Third-Party Content

Some third party content or resources linked from our site may not meet the same accessibility standards. We do not control these external sources, but we welcome reports of inaccessible third-party material so we can consider alternatives.

Enforcement Procedure

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing accessibility regulations. If you are unhappy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS) for further advice. 

Contact Us

If you find any accessibility barriers on this site or need information in a different format, please contact:

Email: info@sharemat.co.uk

Phone: 01484 955007

Address:

SHARE Multi Academy Trust

c/o Shelley College

Huddersfield Road

Shelley

Huddersfield

HD8 8NL

When reporting an issue, please include:

• The webpage or feature you experienced difficulties with
• The device and browser you were using
• Your contact details (optional if you would like a response)

We aim to respond to accessibility queries within 15 working days.

Commitment to Improvement

SHARE Multi Academy Trust values inclusion and is committed to providing an accessible online experience for all members of our community. User feedback helps us continually improve. 

Statement Preparation

This statement was first prepared on: 27 January 2025

It was prepared following an internal self-assessment and review of current legislation, GDS monitoring findings and WCAG guidance. 

This statement was reviewed on: 19 November 2025

This statement was reviewed on: 11 December 2025