Accessibility Statement

1. Introduction

At Aliora Academy, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming online space where every family and educator can discover reading resources with ease. We believe that inclusive education begins with accessible information, and we are committed to ensuring that our website can be navigated and understood by users of all abilities.

This Accessibility Statement outlines the steps we take, the standards we aim for, and the ways you can help us continue to improve.

2. Our Accessibility Commitment

We strive to provide an inclusive experience for parents, teachers, homeschool families, and students who visit our site — including those who rely on assistive technologies such as screen readers, voice recognition software, or screen magnification tools. We also consider the needs of users with cognitive, motor, or visual impairments and aim to reduce barriers throughout our content and design.

Accessibility is not a one‑time project; it is an ongoing commitment woven into how we build and maintain our website.

3. Accessibility Standards We Follow

Our website is designed with reference to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, an internationally recognized set of recommendations for making web content more accessible. We work toward conforming with WCAG 2.1 Level AA criteria, which cover areas such as:

• Perceivable content — ensuring information is available to the senses (sight, hearing, touch).
• Operable interface — making all functionality available from a keyboard and giving users enough time to read and use content.
• Understandable information — using clear language and predictable navigation.
• Robust compatibility — maximizing compatibility with current and future assistive technologies.

While we do not claim full conformance across every page, these guidelines serve as the foundation for our design and content decisions.

4. Accessibility Features on Our Website

We have implemented a number of features and practices to enhance accessibility. These include, but are not limited to:

We regularly review our site using automated testing tools and manual checks to identify areas for improvement.

5. Ongoing Accessibility Improvements

Accessibility is a journey, not a destination. We continually monitor our website for issues and work to enhance the experience for all visitors. This includes:

• Auditing new and existing content for accessibility barriers.
• Training our content team on inclusive design and writing practices.
• Responding to user feedback and implementing feasible improvements promptly.
• Staying informed about updates to WCAG and legal requirements.

We recognize that there may be areas that still need work, and we are committed to addressing them over time.

6. Third‑Party Content and Platforms

Our website includes links to external sites, most notably Amazon.com as part of our affiliate program. While we choose reputable partners, these third‑party platforms operate under their own accessibility policies, which are outside our control. We encourage you to review the accessibility statements of any external website you visit from our links.

Additionally, some embedded elements (such as videos or interactive widgets) may originate from third‑party services. We strive to select providers that value accessibility, but we cannot guarantee the same level of conformance as our own content.

7. Feedback and Support

Your experience matters deeply to us. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using Aliora Academy, or if you have suggestions on how we can improve, we want to hear from you. Please let us know:

• The specific page or feature where you experienced difficulty.
• A brief description of the issue you encountered.
• Any suggestions you may have for a better experience.

We take all feedback seriously and will do our best to address reported issues in a timely manner.

8. Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some parts of our website may not yet be fully accessible. These limitations may include:

• Older blog articles that were published before our current accessibility standards were fully implemented.
• Third‑party affiliate product images where we rely on the alt text provided by the retailer.
• PDF downloads or printable resources that may not be fully tagged for screen readers.

We are actively working to remediate these issues over time. If you need an accessible version of any specific resource, please contact us and we will do our best to provide an alternative format.

9. Contact Us

For accessibility questions, feedback, or assistance, please reach out. We're here to help make our content available to everyone.

Thank you for helping us create a more inclusive learning community. Every voice matters.