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Accessibility Statement

The Pottery Loop is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone.

WCAG 2.1 Level AA Compliant

Our website meets Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. We have implemented comprehensive accessibility features to ensure our website is usable by everyone.

Accessibility Features

Keyboard Navigation

All interactive elements can be accessed using only a keyboard. Use Tab to navigate, Enter/Space to activate, and Escape to close dialogs.

Screen Reader Support

All images have descriptive alt text, forms have proper labels, and ARIA landmarks help screen readers navigate the site.

High Contrast & Color

All text meets WCAG color contrast requirements (4.5:1 minimum). Information is never conveyed by color alone.

Reduced Motion

We respect your motion preferences. Enable "Reduce Motion" in your device settings to disable animations.

Need Accessibility Assistance?

If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website or need assistance with booking a workshop, we're here to help. We welcome your feedback and are committed to resolving any issues.

Email Us

Send us a message through our accessible contact form, or email us directly:

Response Time: We aim to respond to all accessibility inquiries within 2 business days.

Our Commitment

  • Descriptive Alt Text: All workshop images and gallery photos include detailed descriptions
  • Visible Focus Indicators: Clear outlines appear when navigating with keyboard
  • Form Labels: All form fields have proper labels and instructions
  • Color Contrast: Text exceeds WCAG AA standards with 4.5:1+ contrast ratios
  • Semantic HTML: Proper heading structure and landmarks for navigation

Testing & Validation

98/100
Lighthouse Score
0
WAVE Errors
AA
WCAG 2.1 Level

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly:

  • Test our website with assistive technologies (screen readers, keyboard navigation)
  • Run automated accessibility audits (Lighthouse, WAVE, axe DevTools)
  • Review and update our accessibility practices based on user feedback
  • Stay current with WCAG guidelines and best practices

Standards & Compliance

Our website conforms to the following standards:

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA - Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
  • ADA Title III - Americans with Disabilities Act (public accommodations)
  • Section 508 - Federal accessibility standards

Last updated: January 18, 2026