Website Accessibility Statement — St. Joseph’s Girls National School

This accessibility statement applies to www.stjosephsgns.ie.

1. Commitment to Accessibility

St. Joseph’s Girls National School is committed to making our website accessible to as many people as possible, including those with visual, auditory, motor or cognitive disabilities. We aim to meet recognised accessibility standards and follow best practice guidance.

2. Accessibility Standard

We are working towards ensuring that this website meets the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standard — the recognised standard for accessibility compliance across the EU and Ireland.

3. How Accessible the Website Is

While we strive for full accessibility, some content may not yet fully conform to WCAG 2.1 AA standards. Examples include (but are not limited to):

  • Some older documents (e.g., PDF files) may not be fully accessible to screen readers.
  • Some images may lack descriptive alternative text.
  • Some forms or interactive elements may not be fully operable with keyboard navigation.
  • Content added by third parties or linked to external sites may not meet all accessibility standards.

We are gradually fixing these issues and updating content over time.

4. Feedback and Assistance

If you experience any difficulty accessing content on this website or need information in a different format (such as large print, audio, or accessible PDF), please contact us:

  • Email: admin@stjosephsgns.ie
  • Telephone: 057 8624540
  • Address: St. Joseph’s GNS, Davitt Road, Mountmellick, Co. Laois, R32 EC56, Ireland

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 10 working days and will work with you to provide the content you need in an accessible format.

5. Preparation of this Accessibility Statement

This statement was prepared in January 2026. We review and update it at least once a year to reflect improvements and changes to the website.

6. Enforcement and Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the relevant statutory body in Ireland responsible for digital accessibility compliance under the European Accessibility of Websites and Mobile Applications Regulations 2020.