Real-Time Classroom Captioning United Kingdom2026-03-03T03:03:30+00:00

Funded through existing SEND & inclusion budgets

Real-Time Classroom Captioning and Translation for Every Student

In the United Kingdom, schools do not need to apply for additional grants or wait for external approvals. CaptionConnect is typically funded through existing SEND and inclusion budgets already delegated to schools.

How schools can fund CaptionConnect locally

Because CaptionConnect enhances accessibility across the entire school and can support multiple students simultaneously, it is often funded through delegated SEND budgets without requiring an individual EHCP allocation.

Most schools introduce CaptionConnect through existing allocations such as:

Delegated SEND budgets

Inclusion allocations

Notional SEN funding

Whole-school accessibility planning

Why Leadership Choose CaptionConnect

CaptionConnect helps demonstrate practical action to improve participation.

Simple to adopt and scale

It’s quick to introduce, easy for staff to use, and can expand smoothly across departments and year levels1.

Clear, visible inclusion in practice

CaptionConnect provides an immediate and easy-to-see adjustment that supports accessibility across everyday teaching.

Easy to communicate to stakeholders

Leadership teams can clearly explain its impact to staff, families, and reviewers as practical, whole-school support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do we need to apply for a grant first?2026-02-24T07:22:06+00:00

In the United Kingdom, schools typically fund CaptionConnect through existing delegated SEND/inclusion budgets already held by the school.

Does CaptionConnect require EHCP allocation?2026-02-24T07:22:35+00:00

Since CaptionConnect can benefit multiple pupils and supports whole-school accessibility, schools often fund it at a setting level rather than per EHCP.

Will CaptionConnect disrupt teaching?2026-02-24T07:22:58+00:00

No. Teachers continue teaching as normal while pupils access captions and translation on their own devices.

What devices does it work with?2026-02-24T07:24:09+00:00

Any modern device with a browser (laptops, tablets, phones) — students join via a simple link or QR code.

How long does it take to set up?2026-02-24T07:24:33+00:00

Typically very fast. We provide onboarding and support so you can start in real classrooms quickly.

Do we need to apply for a grant first?2026-02-24T07:22:06+00:00

In the United Kingdom, schools typically fund CaptionConnect through existing delegated SEND/inclusion budgets already held by the school.

Does CaptionConnect require EHCP allocation?2026-02-24T07:22:35+00:00

Since CaptionConnect can benefit multiple pupils and supports whole-school accessibility, schools often fund it at a setting level rather than per EHCP.

Will CaptionConnect disrupt teaching?2026-02-24T07:22:58+00:00

No. Teachers continue teaching as normal while pupils access captions and translation on their own devices.

What devices does it work with?2026-02-24T07:24:09+00:00

Any modern device with a browser (laptops, tablets, phones) — students join via a simple link or QR code.

How long does it take to set up?2026-02-24T07:24:33+00:00

Typically very fast. We provide onboarding and support so you can start in real classrooms quickly.

Getting started is easier than expected

The system works with all devices already in use and can be accessed in multiple classrooms simultaneously. Our education team supports setup, onboarding and ongoing success.

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