For most students, education is a path to independence, growth, and opportunity. But for many Deaf students, that path is filled with barriers. The facts are undeniable: Only around 5% of Deaf students complete their education in the UK. This isn’t due to lack of intelligence or ambition, but because of a lack of access. Access to communication, to understanding, and to being truly included.
British Sign Language (BSL) functions as a bridge. It gives Deaf students the ability to engage, to belong, and to thrive. Without it, they’re often left on the margins of the classroom, isolated, unable to fully participate in the learning experience. With it, they are empowered.
At PN Inclusion, we understand how crucial BSL is in creating inclusive, accessible education. That’s why we offer a complete range of services to support institutions in breaking down communication barriers. From BSL interpreting and accessible formatting to inclusion training, we help schools, colleges, and universities reach and support Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities more effectively.
Why Partner with Prestige Network?
- As your trusted partner for BSL interpreting services, our dedicated team of professional interpreters is committed to promoting accessibility and inclusivity.
- Our Deaf Awareness Training helps create a more inclusive and accessible environment by offering a comprehensive understanding of Deaf culture along with practical communication skills.
Watch Lucy at the University of Birmingham:
We also recently hosted a webinar focused on raising awareness about the importance of BSL in education. It sparked meaningful conversations about equity and gave space to voices that are often overlooked.
Our collaboration with Nottingham Trent University is a powerful example of what inclusion looks like in action. With our BSL interpreters, they ensure Deaf students have a high-quality, accessible learning experience.
“Prestige Network demonstrated over 30 years of experience by providing BSL interpreting services to our Deaf students.” – Nottingham Trent University
As more institutions follow this lead, the impact grows. We’ve seen it with the University of Birmingham or New College Swindon, where our interpreters made the education and communication accessible.
In the end, inclusion is about valuing people and fostering understanding, no matter how they communicate.