Accessibility statement for Submit Financial Data

This online form is run by the Department for Education (DfE)

We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, it is possible to:

  • change colours, contrast levels and fonts
  • zoom in up to 300% without the text spilling off the screen
  • navigate the website using just a keyboard
  • navigate most of the website using speech recognition software
  • listen to most of the website using a screen reader (including the most recent versions of JAWS and NVDA)

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

How accessible this website is

We know some parts of this website are not fully accessible.

When using speech recognition or a screen reader:

  • users will be alerted to missing information, but the cursor focus will not always be in the correct place

Feedback and contact information

You can email GOVUK-ENQUIRIES.EDFO@Education.gov.uk if you need to contact us about this accessibility statement, for example:

  • to request information on this website in a different format – we’ll consider your request and get back to you in 5 working days
  • to report an accessibility problem not listed on this page

Enforcement procedure

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (the ‘accessibility regulations’). If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).

Technical information about this website's accessibility

The Department for Education is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

Compliance status

This website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standard, due to the non-compliances listed under ‘Non-compliance with the accessibility regulations’.

Non-compliance with the accessibility regulations

Some content within this form is not accessible for the following reasons. When using some screen readers and browsers to enter information:

  • some links in the header/footer are missing alternative text so people using screen readers won't know what they are for – this fails WCAG 2.2AA success criterion 1.1.1 (perceivable – text alternatives) and 2.4.4 (navigable – link purpose)
  • input fields are not assigned to hint texts so screen reader users will not be informed of the hint text when focus is given to the field - this fails WCAG 2.2AA success criterion 1.3.1 (adaptable – info and relationships)
  • input errors are not assigned to the input field so screen reader users will not be informed of the hint error when focus is given to the field - this fails WCAG 2.2AA success criterion 3.3.1 (input assistance – error identification)

How we're improving accessibility

To improve accessibility across this form we will:

  • continue to test that the web application complies with the WCAG 2.2AA standard as enhancements or changes are made
  • perform an annual accessibility audit and publish an updated accessibility statement.

Preparation of this accessibility statement

This statement was prepared on 10 September 2025. It was last reviewed on 10 September 2025.

This website was last tested in August 2025. The test was carried out by DfE.

Testing was carried out using:

  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking 2023 which is a voice recognition (speech to text) program used by people who may have upper limb disorders or specific problems using their hands - it requires minimal user interface from a mouse or keyboard
  • JAWS (2025), which is a screen reader (text to speech) program developed for users whose vision loss prevents them from seeing screen content or navigating with a mouse - JAWS provides speech and Braille output for the most popular computer applications
  • NVDA (2024), which is a screen reader for users with sight loss or visual impairments
  • ZoomText (2025), which is a fully integrated magnification and reading program tailored for low-vision users - it enlarges and enhances everything on screen, echoes typing and essential program activity, and reads screen content

Testing was carried out considering the following disabilities:

  • keyboard only user – a user who has a motor impairment that limits them to using only a keyboard to operate a computer
  • voice activation user – a user who has a motor impairment that limits them to using only voice commands to operate a computer via assistive technology such as a microphone and dictation software
  • screen reader user – a user who has a visual impairment that limits them to using accessibility software such as a screen reader to operate a computer via keyboard control and feedback via audible descriptions of visual elements
  • low vision user – a user who has a visual impairment that limits their access to content presented at 100% magnification and utilises system controls, browser controls or accessibility software to increase screen magnification
  • deaf or hard of hearing user – a user who has a hearing impairment that limits their access to audio content
  • learning difficulties user – a user who has a learning disability that limits their access to content that is presented in a way that requires a high level of literacy

Testing methodology and browser compatibility

Testing was undertaken:

  • using 2 different screen reader packages as they often interact differently with a page
  • using only keyboard commands and voice where applicable – a mouse or similar device was not used
  • with consideration given to usability and neurodiversity
  • in a structured way, often following a business process from beginning to end

Testing was undertaken with:

  • the latest versions of Edge, Firefox, Chrome and Safari browsers
  • Windows operating system