Ark Elvin Academy was built in 2008, its buildings are all DDA compliant with accessibility for all users, having space in which people can easily move, interact and use the physical features.
Below is a high-level overview of our school's physical accessibility; for further information please get in contact with us.
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Not all areas around the school are on one level. Lifts within the main buildings (C-block and Pentagon) and outside ramps and handrails are provided for use by wheelchair and ambulant users.
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The school has an accessible entrance foyer with automatic doors in the Pentagon building.
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There is access to seating in the reception foyer and a disabled toilet. This part of the building and adjoining classrooms are all on one level and accessible to all. The Upper Hall and classrooms on the first floor is accessible via a platform lift and a staircase.
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There are water fountains and toilets (including accessible toilets) on all floors and at intervals between classrooms for easy access.
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Lighting is suitable for purpose in all rooms with blinds in most rooms to allow for adjustable lighting.
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Accessible toilets have emergency call alarms activated by cords in case of any problem.
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There are wide access doors from the corridor into all classrooms