Modifying resources for those with Vision Impairment (VI)

Always refer to the QTVI / ICT Specialist Teachers Reports for the following guidance when modifying resources, this will allow the CYP to access the same materials as their peers independently.

  • Font style – Comic Sans MS or Arial - Bold
  • Font size – these may vary between near or distance working 
  • Paper colour and layout – landscape
  • Line spacing or word spacing

When using images/charts, consider the following:

  • Offer colour images – clarity and contrast are not always as obvious on black and white images (see QTVI report as this may not apply depending on the CYP’s medical condition)
  • Do the key points of the image/chart stand out? Are lines bold and sufficiently contrasted to make them as clear as possible? 
  • Make sure any titles, headings and body of text are free from unnecessary images/text and can be easily accessed.

If you require any help or support with modifying resources, please contact:

Uday Thakrar – Sensory-ICT Manager Email: uday.thakrar@st-pauls.org.uk Mobile no: 07827825645