Accessibility Statement
Last updated: December 4, 2025
Science Scholar Limited is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually work to improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.
Our Commitment
We strive to ensure that Core Collection (core-collection.com) is accessible to all users, regardless of ability or technology. Our goal is to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.
Accessibility Features
Keyboard Navigation
Full keyboard navigation support throughout the website. Use Tab to navigate between elements and Enter to activate.
Screen Reader Compatible
Semantic HTML structure and ARIA labels for optimal screen reader experience.
Text Scaling
Content scales appropriately when text size is increased up to 200%.
Responsive Design
Website adapts to different screen sizes and devices for comfortable reading.
Focus Indicators
Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation.
No Audio Auto-play
Audio and video content does not auto-play, giving you full control.
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
We aim to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. Below is a summary of our compliance status:
| Success Criterion | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1.1 Non-text Content | Level A | Compliant |
| 1.3.1 Info and Relationships | Level A | Compliant |
| 1.4.1 Use of Color | Level A | Compliant |
| 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) | Level AA | Compliant |
| 2.1.1 Keyboard | Level A | Compliant |
| 2.4.1 Bypass Blocks | Level A | Compliant |
| 2.4.4 Link Purpose | Level A | Compliant |
| 3.1.1 Language of Page | Level A | Compliant |
| 4.1.1 Parsing | Level A | Compliant |
| 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value | Level A | Compliant |
Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to work with assistive technologies including:
- Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
- Screen magnification software
- Speech recognition software
- Alternative input devices
Browser Compatibility
Core Collection is designed to be compatible with the latest versions of major browsers:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari
- Microsoft Edge
We recommend using the most up-to-date browser version for the best experience.
PDF Accessibility
We strive to make our PDF articles accessible by:
- Using proper heading structure
- Including alternative text for images
- Ensuring readable fonts and color contrast
- Providing HTML versions of articles where possible
Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, some limitations may exist:
- Some older PDF articles may not be fully accessible
- Third-party content (e.g., embedded videos) may have varying accessibility
- Complex mathematical equations may require screen reader configuration
We are actively working to address these limitations.
Feedback and Contact
We welcome feedback on the accessibility of Core Collection. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
Report an Accessibility Issue
Email us at accessibility@core-collection.com
Please include the page URL and a description of the issue you encountered.
Enforcement Procedure
If you are not satisfied with our response to an accessibility concern, you may contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS) at www.equalityadvisoryservice.com
Continuous Improvement
We regularly review and test our website for accessibility. Our development team receives ongoing training in accessibility best practices. We are committed to making Core Collection accessible to everyone.