Accessibility

We have provided full details below of the accessibility measures that are in place for in-person and online events.

To plan assistance in advance or ask any questions, please email events@hoddereducation.co.uk and we will do our utmost to support you.

In-person events

Facilities and access

• We aim to use venues that are close to public transport and we can provide maps that show the most accessible routes.
• We use wheelchair-friendly venues that comply with the Wheelchair Access Regulations UK. Inside most venues there are door controls, level access and lifts.
• All venues have accessible toilet facilities.
• We place signage at all venues, which is clear, directional and located in the public areas.
• Seating can be reserved for teachers and/or students. Please email events@hoddereducation.co.uk to arrange this.
• Learning Support Assistants can attend our Student Conferences for free, alongside a paid student place.
• We strive to ensure that suitable prayer rooms are available at the venues we use.
• Dietary requirements are requested in advance of our events.

Vision and hearing support

• We welcome teachers and/or students who have an assistance dog but we would appreciate advance notification.
• Induction loop facilities are available at most venues. We are also happy to arrange BSL translators if required.
• To arrange any of the above, please email events@hoddereducation.co.uk.

Fire safety and risk assessment

• All venues have an approved Health and Safety Management Plan that incorporates Fire Safety Policy and Fire Evacuation Procedures.
• All venues have emergency personnel on duty to act as Fire Marshalls and First Aiders. The Hodder Education on-site representative is also briefed on the fire evacuation procedure.
• If you require a risk assessment form for an event, please let us know and we will happily provide one.

Online events

Course materials

• Our trainers are asked to create slides and resources that are clear, easy to read and in line with accessibility guidelines.

Closed captions

• Real-time closed captions are available in Zoom for online events.

Keyboard navigation

• The Zoom interface and platform can be easily navigated using only a keyboard.

Technical support

• We offer technical support before and during online events. Read our FAQs or email events@hoddereducation.co.uk.